Tanning Lotions, Accelerators And Other Tanning Products

Tanning Lotions, Accelerators And Other Tanning Products Related Information:

Tanning methods of various kinds have been in use – and have enjoyed enormous popularity – for many years. However, the younger generation that use some of these tanning products today would want to curl up and died if they saw some of the effects that earlier tanning products had on users. The first tanning creams, sprays, and gels had an alarming habit of turning the user quite orange rather than golden brown. Apart from looking like an oompah loompah, this effect could really knock the confidence of the user – although, surprisingly people still continued to use these products even though they often did give a ghastly and very fake finish.

Thankfully, over the years, tanning products have really evolved and users can now enjoy ease and convenience as well as a natural looking tan that looks radiant and golden instead of gloopy and orange. If course, some of these products do require practise in order to get the hang of proper application, otherwise they can end up looking patchy and streaky. However, with many salons now offering tanning services of many kinds, those that are inexperienced can have the tanning done for them – at least for the first few occasions.

There are many reasons why people use tanning lotions, creams and gels. Over recent years, a great deal of evidence has come to light with regards to the dangers of natural sunlight on the skin, due to UVA penetration. This doesn’t stop people wanting a tan, but it does stop them from roasting in the sun for hours and risking premature aging and skin cancer for the sake of looking bronzed for a while. Some people want a golden glow but don’t live in particularly warm climates, and can’t afford to keep jetting off to sunnier climes. Again, fake tanning products can be really effective here. Some people only use tanning products for special occasions, and you can get some great products that can easily be washed off.

Below, you will find some details about the different types of fake tanning products that can be effectively used by those looking to enjoy a golden tan without the risk of burning in the natural sun.

Bronzers are cosmetic products that provide immediate bronzing effects for short term tanning. These are ideal for those wanting a browned appearance for a special occasion, but not wanting to maintain the tan once the occasion is over. Available as powders, creams, and lotions, these bronzers can be easily applied (although some practise may be needed for the perfect finish) and can also be easily washed away once you want to go back to your natural colour.

Tanning sprays and lotions are effective product for those looking for a longer term tan without having to roast in the sun. These products contain DHA (dihydroxyacetone), an ingredient that interacts with the epidermal dead cells to provide a colour change that last up to a week from initial application.

Tanning pills are pills that contain a pigment usually found in food as a colour additive. The pigment, canthaxanthin, is only found in small amounts in food products, hence eating products containing this pigment won’t change the colour of the skin. The FDA has not issued approval for canthaxanthin to be used as a tanning product, and in fact tanning pills have been linked to side effect including hepatitis and eye problems.

Tanning accelerants are tanning products that contain tyrosine, an amino acid. These accelerants can come in the form of pills and lotions, and it is thought that they accelerate tanning through the stimulation of melanin.