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Winter Tanning Solution
Now that winter is upon us, I am beginning to realize that my summer tan has long been a thing of the past. Due to my Irish and Russian heritage, I tend to become somewhat translucent during the balmy winter months. This year I’ve decided to combat this unattractive trend and have begun searching for a safe and effective tanning solution.
For several reasons, I am diametrically opposed to lying in a tanning bed. Not only are there significant health risks, but it also feels like a less than masculine venture. Last week my sister suggested that I try some of her tanning lotion, and I instantly saw results. My skin has regained its healthy glow and I can even apply it in the privacy of my own home.
Tanning Solution Taking The World By Storm
Sunless spray tanning has taken the tanning world by storm. It has provided men and woman with a way to get and maintain a healthy-looking, even tan without being exposed to the sun’s rays or those of a tanning bed. What is most impressive is that, unlike previous sunless tanning methods, the effects of spray tanning actually look good.Spray tanning solution works by applying a special mist to the body. This mist is sprayed onto the body by HVLP or airbrush tanning equipment, which you can now find at most higher-end tanning salons and spas. The mist emitted contains dihydroxyacetone (DHA), which is a chemical that reacts with dead skin cells by cosmetically dyeing them brown. So after spray tanning, the skin takes on a golden brown color that usually looks like a natural tan.
Depending on the tanning solution used, the mist will either be water or oil based; men and woman with sensitive skin should opt for a water base. Also, some salons offer different types of mists, allowing you to choose the level of darkening. If you are very fair-skinned, keep in mind that going too dark will look fake and awkward, and could turn you orange no matter the quality of the product.