The Basic Components Of Suntan Lotion

By Haywood Hunter


Suntan lotion products can refer to sunscreen or indoor tanning lotion. Though these two products are used for alternative purposes. Sunscreen, also known as sunblock, is used to protect skin from UV radiation. On the other hand, tanning creams are used to aid in the process of tanning.



L-Tyrosine and melanin are ingredients commonly found in these tanning creams. Other common ingredients: various oils, copper and tea extracts. Some products add other ingredients that can bronze or moisturize skin. These products are made for indoor use only. They should not be used while outside because they do not include ingredients for sun protection.

Though lotions are not made for outdoor use, they can be used with tanning booths or beds that give off similar ultraviolet radiation as the sun. The products increase the amount of melanin in skin by increasing blood flow or improving melanin production.

Sunblock is used while outdoors. It has a formula that may absorb or reflect UV rays produced by the sun. The product is available in may forms, such as spray, cream and gel. Sunscreen may also serve as a preventative to sunburn, a common effect of sun exposure.

Most sunscreens contain organic chemical compounds, or organic or inorganic particulates. Physical and chemical are the two main classifications for this product. Physical formulas are created to reflect the sunlight, while chemical formulas absorb the rays. Sunscreen use is recommended for people with all types of skin because it is believed to prevent harmful effects of increased sun exposure, such as cancer or even sunburn.

Indoor tanning lotions and sunscreen may fall under the category suntan lotion. Both, though used differently, are topical products used on skin. Sunscreen blocks the skin from radiation. Indoor tanning lotions improve tanning methods, they may also bronze and moisturize.




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