Monday, August 19, 2013

Factors To Consider When Choosing The Right Sun Tan Lotion

By Haywood Hunter


Seek the advice of your dermatologist before using any sun tan lotion. They will know which product will work well on your skin and which one will not. You can also go to your local beauty therapist, but you must first ensure that they are qualified.

Your skin will say a lot about the kind of sun tan lotion that you will get. The shade of the lotion should be quite similar to your natural complexion. This will give an impression of a natural tan.

Exfoliate the skin before using the tanning lotion so that you can get a beautiful glow. Although hair on the skin does not affect the absorption of the sun tan lotion that much, you should shave before using the tanning lotion so that the skin looks fresh and vibrant. The same with exfoliation, it should be done at least six hours prior.

Moisturize your skin using a very effective moisturizer. You can also look for a sun tan lotion that contains a lot of moisture content. The purpose of moisturizing is that it is what will give you the glowing complexion that you desire. Also, take a lot of water in order to moisturize it from within.

Deodorant and makeup should not be worn as you are getting your tan. They will act as a shield to the absorption of the sun tan lotion and you will thus end up with patches on your skin. Run a wet sponge with some cleanser all over your face and armpits prior to using the tanning lotion.

You will be at a better position to use the sun tan lotion if you have someone apply it on you. This is because they will have a better viewing angle of the entire body. This will ensure that you are fully covered so that you do not end up looking patchy.

Most people make the mistake of going out before the sun tan lotion has dried fully. It has to be dry since the heat as well as the activities that you carry out may cause you to sweat a lot. The sweat will in turn make some very unprepossessing smudges on your skin that may require you to wash off the entire tan and start all over again. When you use the sun tan lotion, stay in a cool place with minimal humidity. You should not also wear clothes immediately after using the lotion since it might rub off on your clothes.

Avoid showering immediately you have used the sun tan lotion. Most lotions are water based, in that the main component is water. They will thus dissolve in the bath water, and instead of ending up with the dark shade that you want it will turn out to be shades lighter. This might force you to do the tanning procedure all over again. For the oil based tanning lotions, the warm water in the shower might cause the lotion to wash off. Take your time and choose the right sun tan lotion.




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