Friday, December 12, 2008

Use a Skin Tanner Without Getting Streaky Skin

By Lorna Hillier

Reading this article will provide valuable facts when using a skin self tanner to achieve a fashionable tan without injuring your skin.

With all the medical warnings about how sun exposure can damage human skin, people have turned their attention to cosmetic products that give the same aesthetic effect completely risk-free.

Self tanners are now very popular as women can now achieve that golden tanned look made famous by Coco Chanel, without the dangers of sun damage.

It is necessary that the younger generation become aware of the dangers of sun damage and realize there are other non destructive options available and they don't have to risk their skin like the older generations have.

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.

You probably have heard of the other side of skin tanners, especially if products are used incorrectly, such as complaints of streaky uneven tan and orange palms.

For top results when using a self tanner follow these tips -

* For a more even color, moisture and exfoliate the skin with a loofah or exfoliating gel every day, starting a week before using the self tanner.

* 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.

After Treatment Tips

* To reduce the chance of staining your clothes or the tanner rubbing off, wait as long as possible before dressing or hopping into bed.

* Avoid exercising (sweating), showering or swimming for six hours or more

* 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?

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