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What Are the Different Types of Tanning Methods That Exist Today?

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Are you tired of being pale? Do your friends pick on you for being the pale friend?

You don’t need the sun anymore to achieve a perfect tan. In fact, there are many alternatives to UV rays that can give you the same effect.

If you want to achieve a fresh natural glow, we have all the information on different types of tanning. Read on!

Self-Tanner 

Self-tanner is a popular option these days especially since it can be done at home and there are a variety of choices available.

The active ingredient in most self-tanners is dihydroxyacetone, also known as DHA. DHA is a color additive that temporarily darkens the pigment of surface skin cells. Exfoliating before self-tan is recommended so the pigmentation will stick to fresh skin cells, making the effects last longer.

Self-tanning lotions are available at drug stores as well as high-end makeup stores.

Like spray tanning, with self-tanning lotions, you run the risk of looking orange or unnatural if you use too much.

Spray Tan

A popular alternative to tanning beds is spray tans. Spray tans are often done by private machines at tanning salons or by a spray tan artist.

Spray tans also contain the active ingredient of DHA. It is helpful to consult the spray tan artist or tanning salon employee on what level of spray tan you should get. Most spray tans these days can come out beautifully subtle.

If you need a tan for an event and you need to know how far ahead you should tan as well as the aftercare the experts will be able to consult with you.

This is a good option for those who want an alternative to tanning beds or first-timers who need a little more help.

Tanning Injections 

A newer form of tanning is tanning injections. These injections replicate the production of the skin pigmentation hormone melanin. The injections are called Melanotan II and come in an at-home kit to achieve a perfect tan.

For the best results, you should use Melanotan II regularly and also be able to get UV exposure at least every other day to activate the Melanotan.

The injection can be used once a week to maintain you’re new glow; be sure to click here for more information.

Tanning Beds 

Tanning beds have been a popular choice since the 1970s and are still quite popular with approximately 7.8 million adults engaging in indoor tanning.

Tanning beds can be used daily for up to 20 minutes at a time, depending on the bulb intensity. When starting out using tanning beds it is best to build up to 20 minutes so you don’t burn right away.

You also do not see instant results with tanning beds as you would with the other methods mentioned above. With tanning beds, you can still burn just like the sun, due to the intensity and closeness of the bulbs.

People often use tanning beds to get a base tan before the summer or before a beach vacation in the wintertime.

Types of Tanning: Which Is Best for You? 

As you can see, there are various types of tanning. Picking the best one for you depends on the occasion, color, and overall comfortability.

Be sure to stay tuned to our blog for more beauty tips!

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