To get the perfect results using a
self tanning lotion, there are a few steps that are a must-do. Every day more
self tanning lotions are coming out and are being improved, such as those that
contain bronzers to let you see where you re putting the lotion on and natural
fragrances to reduce the chemical smell from your skin cells reacting to DHA.
EXFOLIATION! This is in capital letters because this is the one main
cardinal rules when you apply any sunless tanning product. Using gloves helps
to prevent the orange palms syndrome. Make sure the gloves snugly fit over your
hands otherwise you will have some trouble applying the tan evenly.
One particularly useful tip is that
if you can t get gloves, keep a warm mixture of bleach water next to you so
that you can immediately clean your palms off afterwards.
Many experienced self tanners
suggest starting at the legs and working up the body.
Applying the lotion in sections,
especially small ones, will help to avoid missing areas and streaking as well
as make the application process easier.
At each section, after you apply the self tanning lotion, work it into
the skin until it is completely absorbed. If you didn t buy another tanning product
specifically designed for your face, use what you are using on the body.
It s a good idea though to mix a
couple of dabs of regular lotion in with the tanning product to disperse the
coloring more evenly.
In addition, tanning lotions will tint your eyebrows and if they are
tinted too much, they will look kind of funny. It has been recommended that you
use a damp Q-tip on the eyebrows after you ve applied the tan to remove any
leftover lotion.
Tan the back of your hands gently and make sure to sponge around the dry
areas of your body, such as the soles of the feet, elbows and knees to remove
any excess.
When you are applying a self tanning
lotion, remember to follow the directions on the bottle. There are also though,
other tips of the trade that will help to give you the best tan.
