Sunless tanning- a natural looking tan

Too many people want to get a coveted tan, but they always to choose exposing their skin in the sunshine directly. Because this is the easiest way. However the sun's strong VV rays is harmful and can cause skin stress that nothing short of surgery can repair.

At this moment, you might think: do I have another option to avoid the sun and get a natural-looking tan? The answer is sunless tanning products. But we should know how sunless tanning products work before choosing it.

Sunless tanning products are commonly sold as creams, gels, lotions and sprays you apply to your skin. When you applied to your skin ,the active ingredient dihydroxyacetone (DHA) in most sunless tanning products reacts with deal cells in the outermost layer of skin to temporarily darken the skin's appearance. And the coloring doesn't wash off, but it gradually fades as the dead skin cells slough off. In most cases, the color is completely gone after five to seven days. So the sunless tanning a practical alternative to sunbathing which can give your skin a tanned look without exposing it to harmful VVrays.
Here are somme sunless tanning tips for you:
1. Choose a light- or medium-toned product, which tends to look more natural.
2. Wash and exfoliate your skin with a wash cloth or sponge to remove excess dead skin cells before using the product.
3. Apply the sunless tanning product evenly and lightly. Use less product on dry skin or thickened skin, such as over your ankles, knees and elbows. These areas tend to absorb more product.
4. Close your eyes and hold your breath while the tanner is applied. Because the risks of inhaling or ingesting DHA are unknow. Then wash your hands with soap and water to avoid coloring your palms. Be sure to remove any product from under your fingernails.
5. Apply a sunscreen with a sun protection factor(SPF) of at least 15mins before going outside if you spend time outdoors. Because most sunless tanning products don't contain a sunscreen.

Then we will see an even, natural-looking tan, a healthy beauty!