| If you
are a sunless tanner, your skin's health is very
important to you. Here are some tips for you to
review at your leisure and share with your friends
and family. After you have read them, return once
in awhile for a refresher so that you will keep
safety foremost and always in your sunless tanning
program.
1. Shaving - Avoid shaving right
before applying sunless tanning products to avoid
irritation.
2. Lighten up - For areas you
want to protect from getting too dark, pre-apply
baby oil, gel or lotion to places like your knees
and elbows, then use sunless tanner.
3. Streaking - Getting wet too
soon after applying sunless tanning products could
result in streaks. So wait after applications,
at least two hours or so, before swimming, showering
or bathing.
4. Orange -To avoid orange hands
when applying products, cheap, disposable gloves
from a dime or wholesale store are great to use.
Regardless of glove wearing, thoroughly wash hands
and fingernails after application.
5. Expunge - Eliminate dead
skin via washing or exfoliating before applying
sunless tanning products.
6. Special Areas - When using
self-tanning products with your knees, feet, hands
and elbows, either dilute first with a moisturizing
lotion or use very small amounts when gently rubbing
in. Rubbing with a make-up sponge applicator works
well for these areas, too.
7. How-to-Apply - To apply sunless
tanning products, begin working on a small area.
Gently, in an even manner, rub in the product
generously. Reach out to other areas in a swirling,
but still gentle and even rub, rather than going
in an up-and-down direction. To reach your back,
try using a sponge paint roller or sponge paintbrush;
a little goes a long way, so slow and steady does
it.
8. Fabric Stains - Be careful
when using sunless tanning agents that list padimate
O, lisadimate, aminobenzoic acid or roxadimate
in the ingredients. These may cause discoloration,
staining fabrics a yellowish hue.
9. Inside / Outside - Remember
that when you use sunless or self- tanning products,
if they list no sunscreen in their ingredients,
you will not be protected from harmful UV rays.
And even if you are using a sunscreen, it does
not last or work beyond a few hours. So take caution
running in and out, and be prepared. Either carry
along more sunscreen product to reapply or wear,
and carry or take protective clothing and gear.
10. Eyewear - For those enjoying
a lot of outdoor weather, check into investing
in good protective eyewear. Read labels for 100%
UV protection. Check with a pharmacist or healthcare
provider for help selecting appropriate levels
for children and yourself.
By carefully considering these
sunless tanning tips, you can help ensure you
safely keep that wonderful glow all year long
and enjoy the sizzle without the sun!
About the Author:
James B. Allen is the publisher of Power Living
Press. He invites you to come learn more about living
a healthier, wealthier, more beautiful and more
powerful life TODAY by visiting: http://www.PowerLivingPress.com
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