How To Discover The Very Best Self Tanning Lotion

By Haywood Hunter


The best self tanning lotion will allow you to get a beautifully tanned body without the hidden dangers of being exposed to the sun for hours at a time. A perfectly tanned body makes you feel good about yourself. You feel alive and full of energy, as if you have just returned from a holiday in an exotic country. You believe you are more appealing to the opposite sex.



An authentic looking tan needs a good quality product. You want to avoid looking orange. The effect should look like a real tan.

Some products have a special odor which can be unpleasant. Others can stain both the clothes you are wearing or spoil your bed sheets. You may find that some products leave a streaky effect. If you experience any of these effects your efforts to look and feel good will have been in vain.

The choice you will have is huge. There are lotions that you use only on the face. There are different types of products like creams, gels and milks, as well as the ever popular lotion. All these products will contain a special ingredient which is used to make the skin go darker.In some products there is aloe vera, cocoa butter and Vitamin A and D. Some are for oily skin and some give a light weight feel to your tan. All are easy to use. Some do have a rather distinctive odor but many have a pleasant fragrance. It is easy to find one suitable for you needs. Whichever you choose there will be a price range to suit your budget.

Because your face is never covered you have to be particularly careful about applying your best lotion to this part of your body. First of all, gently cleanse your face with your favorite cleanser. Then you have to exfoliate to get rid of the dead skin that will affect the finish. Avoid using a moisturizer on your face as it may affect the condition of the tan.

Sometimes, underneath the eyes become quite dark after using an application so it is advisable to first use an eye cream. This will enable the effect to be a little lighter in that region. When you are applying the fake tan to your face you need only try for one shade darker than usual. If it is too dark it will look unnatural.

At this stage you can mix a small amount of your chosen moisturizer. A smooth finish should be the result. Include the earlobes and the tops of your ears to enable a complete look. Afterwards wash hands thoroughly to avoid leaving stains on them.

Next you can apply the lotion to the rest of your body. But first exfoliate as you did on your face. Be methodical and deal with one limb at a time. Begin with the legs and move down to the calves and then the ankles. Then concentrate on the thighs, hips, stomach and arms in that order. Afterwards you need ten minutes to make sure the tanning has dried thoroughly before you put on your clothes. It is advisable to avoid any vigorous exercise for several hours to avoid sweating which may cause the tan to streak. After that, whichever best self tanning lotion you choose you will look absolutely gorgeous.




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