Getting The Best Self Tanning Lotion For Your Money

By Haywood Hunter


If you would like to have a tan that looks like you just came back from a relaxing beach vacation, you are not alone. However, getting a dark deep tan from the sun or a salon is not the most popular method these days. Too much UV exposure can cause skin damage and in some cases, cancer. That is the reason that many concerned consumers are choosing self tanning lotion, and here are a few tips for getting the most from your products.

Not all sunless suntan lotions are created equal. Some products may actually dry your skin and you will need to apply a good skin moisturizer also. Yet, this may not be necessary when you choose a product that has moisturizing ingredients included. Check labels very carefully, and choose lotions that promote soft and smooth skin.

Streaking is a common problem with many of the inexpensive sunless tanning products on the market today. Like anything else, you get what you pay for, so always opt for the highest of quality. Also, you can prevent streaking by waiting several hours after shaving, moisturizing, and exfoliating your skin, before you apply your suntan cream.

If you buy lotions that come in tubes you may have a problem with uneven applications. You can avoid this situation by purchasing pump bottles. To apply, pump the top once or twice and you get the same amount of cream each time. Plus, disposable latex gloves are very inexpensive and should be one of your tools.

Some suntan lotions work best for people with darker skin, while others are designed for fair skinned types. Choose a product recommended for all types of skin, if you are not sure. Also, only lightly apply the cream if this is your first time using it. This is very important if you are light skinned. If your tan is not dark enough, you can always apply a second time.

With concern for the environment (and products that contain chemicals and preservatives) it is best to select lotions that are natural. In fact, sugar based products are becoming very popular. They are known to provide a good tan and can work in four hours or less.

The top products usually deliver the best results. If you want to know which suntan creams work well, check out online reviews. Make sure it is a reliable source that uses honest reviews from actual customers that you can contact. Here is a good way to tell if you are looking at honest reviews. Not all of them will be good reviews, as you can't please everyone.

When shopping for self tanning products, customer support is an important thing to consider. Go with a company that has a reputation of honesty and quality, like Sun Laboratories. Top companies sell more products because their support systems are there to assist customers and help them with problems they may encounter. You can contact these companies over the phone during office hours and also from their website homepages.




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