vendredi 20 octobre 2017

Components Dealing With Sunless Tanning Products

By Haywood Hunter


Sunless tanning, which is also called self tanning, requires the use of certain chemicals on the skin to create a result that is similar to that from a tan received from lying in the natural sunlight or a booth. It has increased in popularity since the 1960s, when health officials voiced their concern that increased sun exposure and tanning beds were causing skin cancer and other health problems. There are numerous sunless tanning products available.

These specialized goods are the healthier option for individuals who want to change the appearance of their skin without subjecting it to harmful ultraviolet rays. They come in a variety of forms. This includes sprays, gels, lotions and creams, and are applied directly to the skin.

DHA, also known as dihydroxyacetone is an active ingredient in many of these formulas. When added to skin, the chemical is able to temporarily darken the tone. This change cannot be washed off, however, it does fade with time and the shedding of skin. Generally these temporary tans last for days up to weeks. It all depends on the quality of the product and the overall usage. Most formulations do not contain any ingredients that offer sun protection and therefore are not designed for outdoor application or use.

There are also carotenoid-based formulas. These are believed to be highly effective because they include beta-carotene, which is permanent and natural. Carotenoids are present in many vegetables and fruits. This is what gives them their natural coloring. Other chemicals found in these formulas include Tyrosine and Afamelanotide.

There is also the option of consuming tanning pills that often include some amount of beta-carotene, which does not have reported adverse effects. Still, excessive intake of pills has been know to create and unattractive orange or yellow hue in skin tone. These products may also include canthaxanthin, which is thought to be very unhealthy in large doses and the cause of skin turning orange and hive developing.

Bronzers are another option for altering the skin tone in a safe way. These may come as moisturizers, sprays, mousses, powders, gels and in some make-up products. The results received from bronzing is typically more subtle, but still allows for a natural glow and darkening of skin.

In general, this technique is considered safer than alternatives that involve exposure to UV rays. They are effective at providing a natural and even tan, but only if they are applied correctly. Some tips for application: exfoliate before adding the product, use a light touch so that it is applied more evenly, apply the formula to the top of the hands last and give liquid-based products appropriate time to dry.

Individuals who want a tan, but do not want to expose their skin to harmful UV rays may find that sunless tanning products are a safe and effective alternative. These are available as pills, creams, lotions, sprays and gels, and applied directly on desired areas of the skin. Typically the results last for a few days or weeks and is not something that is washed off, but instead, fades away. Note that these formulas do not include active ingredients to protect against excessive sun exposure.




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