| Use a Self Tanner and Have a Beautiful Golden Tan Safely |
|
|
|
| Written by Lorna Hillier |
|
This content on using a skin self tanner is a guide to having a fabulous golden tan instead of subjecting yourself to dangerous skin damage. With the increasing worry over skin cancer, which kills thousands of people annually, people have shifted focus to cosmetic products that create the same visual effect with no risks at all. The changing of fashion caused by Coco Chanel towards having golden tanned skin has made self tanners popular. Now it is possible to have a honey colored tan without the risks associated with sun-baking. It is vital for teens to become aware of the fact that sunbathing is destructive to the skin and they don't have to copy the same mistakes as the middle-aged group. A young girl will profit more from using a self tanner than basking in the sun at the beach. By choosing a good quality cosmetic skin tanner, even the darker shades of tan can be obtained and without running the risk of skin cancer. There is another side of the coin in the use of a self-tanner, particularly when it is not carefully chosen. Horror stories color streaks is the most common situation one comes across in the self tanner dissatisfied-customer segment. Tips for using a self tanner for the best possible results - * For a more even color, a week before tanning start exfoliating and moisturizing your skin daily. * Use the self tanner lightly on the elbows, knuckles and knees as the skin is thicker and will end up darker. * It is a good idea before applying self tanner to protect your hairline and eyebrows from darkening by smoothing petroleum jelly on them * When applying the self tanner wear gloves or wash your hands immediately after or you will end up with colored hands. After Treatment Tips * Wait much longer than the "few minutes" recommended by many self tanners before dressing or getting into bed to reduce the chance the solution rubbing off and also staining your clothes. * Try to keep out of water and don't do heavy exercising that causes sweating, for over 6 hours. * Always follow the instructions and take extra precautions against accidents, such as staining 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? About The Author: The author is giving away a great skin care report on her Skin Care site "Top Skin Care and Cosmetic Beauty Store" has a range of Skin Self Tanner products on display. Kindly provided by 4Girls.dk You are welcome to use this article on your own website, if you include this link. |