Tanning
Trends:
Below are the hottest tanning trends:
1. Spray-on
Tanning Salons -- Airbrush spray tans are applied by professional technicians
using specialized equipment designed for applying self tanning sprays, such as
an airbrush, or a spray gun. The technician hand sprays you from head to toe with
a misting of tanning solution.
2. Tanning Accelerators -- Tanning accelerators
contain a special formula stimulates the production of melanin for faster, longer-lasting
results; while at the same time moisturizing your skins. Read about the latest
products recently reviewed by Delamere
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3. Spray on tanning lotions -- These
usually contain the same ingredients as self-tanning lotions, but application
is much easier and the light oil is absorbed more quickly than lotions
4.
Tinted moisturizers -- Applying moisturizers that contain just a hint of color
gives you a healthy glow. Manufacturers offer a variety of daily moisturizer for
a subtle, natural-looking glow, as well as bronzing sticks for spot touch-ups
5.
Tanning Bed Lotions -- If you really must tan indoors in a tanning bed, then purchasing
the best lotion available is a good first step to ensuring your protection.
Tanning Trends to be aware of:
1. Tanning pills -- Tanning
pills contain canthaxanthin, which is most commonly used as a color additive in
certain foods. After canthaxanthin is consumed, it is deposited throughout the
body, including in the layer of fat below the skin, which turns an orange-brown
color. These types of tanning pills have been linked to various side effects,
including hepatitis and canthaxanthin retinopathy, a condition in which yellow
deposits form in the retina of the eye. Side effects including damage to the digestive
system and skin surface have also been noted. The FDA withdrew approval for use
of canthaxanthin as a tanning agent, and has issued warnings concerning its use.
2.
Melanotan, a melanocyte stimulating hormone, which induces skin pigment increase
and tanning, is another alternative on the horizon. This drug has not yet been
approved for clinical trials in the USA, although it has been extensively tested
in Australia. Melanotan may require some UV exposure to be most effective.
Tips
for using self-tanners:
We all know that the sun can have damaging
effects, so why not try a self-tanner for an all-over natural healthy glow. Here
are some tips to follow when using a self-tanning lotion / cream
1. Exfoliate
the areas of the body where you will apply the self-tanning lotion. This will
remove the dead skin.
2. Moisturize your skin thoroughly, as dry skin will
encourage the lotion to streak
3. We suggest wearing latex gloves when
applying your self-tanning lotion.
If you do get any lotion under your nails
wash your hands immediately
4. Test a small amount of the self-tanning
lotion on an inconspicuous part of your body. Your skin may react to a certain
self-tanner, so this is an important step to take
5. Apply the self-tanner
to your body in thin layers and smooth strokes.
6. Apply liberally to your
knees and elbows as these areas of your body tend to absorb lotions a little more
7.
Don't forget your back -- have a friend help you
8. Wait at least 15 minutes
before getting dressed to allow the lotion to dry.
9. We suggest that you
reapply the self-tanning lotion every 3-5 days to keep you tan looking rich and
healthy
Additional comments from our Editor:
1. According
to the American Academy of Dermatology,
the most effective products available are sunless tanning or self tanning lotions
that contain dihydroxyacetone (DHA) as the active ingredient
2. Tanning
accelerators (lotions or pills) that usually contain the amino acid tyrosine claim
that they stimulate and increase melanin formation, which accelerates the tanning
process.
3. John Wayne Cancer Institute - The Delamere Group has carefully
examined this organization and we highly recommend its objective and purpose.
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