Allow me to introduce you to the secrets of using a skin self tanner to acquire a lovely golden tan without risking sun damage.
With all the sun warnings in the media, it is no wonder that the public have turned to cosmetic products to produce that golden tanned look rather than risk skin cancer and other skin damage.
The changing of fashion caused by Coco Chanel towards having golden tanned skin has made self tanners popular. Now it is possible to have a honey colored tan without the risks associated with sun-baking.
It is vital for teens to become aware of the fact that sunbathing is destructive to the skin and they don't have to copy the same mistakes as the middle-aged group.
An eighteen year old can now achieve a lovely tan using a self tanning product rather than subjecting their skin to the damage from the sun. The darkest tan possible is very much within reach using a quality cosmetic product that will not irritate or damage the skin in any way whatsoever.
There is another side of the coin in the use of a self-tanner, particularly when it is not carefully chosen. Horror stories color streaks is the most common situation one comes across in the self tanner dissatisfied-customer segment.
Here are some methods for applying of a self tanner that should give you better results -
* Start moisturizing and exfoliating the skin with a loofah daily, a week prior to using a self tanner for best results.
* The skin on the knees, elbows and knuckles are thicker. To prevent these areas becoming darker apply the self tanner lightly.
* Before using the skin self tanner, coat petroleum jelly on your hairline and eyebrows to prevent darkening.
* To prevent staining your hands, wash your hands directly after applying the self tanner or wear gloves.
Rules For After Applying a Skin Tanner
* Wait much longer than the "few minutes" recommended by many self tanners before dressing or getting into bed to reduce the chance the solution rubbing off and also staining your clothes.
* Don't shower or swim for at least 6 hours and avoid any activity that causes sweating.
* As with all products you should read the label and be mindful of spills that could stain your clothes.
Try the above tips and you'll see how smooth and almost perfect the skin color becomes.
Now that you have finished this article don't you agree that sun baking is not worth the risk of skin cancer and early wrinkles, especially when self tanners are so readily available and effective?