By Cheryl Myers
Most of the self-tanner will come off with a dry brush alone, depending on how much tanner there is on the body. Try dry brushing twice a day, once in the morning and once before bathing to speed up the self-tanner removal. Use a body wash containing Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) to strip dead skin cells that did not remove by dry brushing. Glycolic acid is the strongest AHA available, and removes ...
By N/A
If you have an assistant to spray your body evenly where you can't reach, a fine mist may give you an even tone but even if you choose a spray, consider smoothing the tanner over your skin for the best coverage. ...
By Samantha Cabrera
An airbrush tan is an alternative to tanning beds and lying in the sun all day. Harmful UV rays can lead to premature aging, sun sports and skin cancer. An airbrush tan is the easy way to a golden glow in just a few hours, and allows your skin to reap the benefits of looking great without the damage. You can purchase a small airbrush tan system at the drugstore. These cost anywhere from $20 to...
By Brandy Burgess
The most popular type of tanning is sun or beach tanning. Exposing yourself to the sun's rays for a certain amount of time can give you that golden tan that most people adore. But some people prefer to get tans without the sun to avoid the sun's harmful rays. Whichever way you tan, you might feel the need to shower directly after tanning because your body might feel hot and sweaty from...
By Samantha Cabrera
Spray-on tans are a safe way to get a golden glow. You can achieve a tan without the harmful effects of UV rays, such as skin cancer and premature aging. Before using any spray-on tan, exfoliate your skin by using a scrub. Allow the tan to completely develop its color before adding another coat of self-tanner. Spray-on tanners found at the drugstore usually cost between $8 to $15. They come in a ...
By Shelly Schumacher
If you wish to use the Sunvision face tanner, turn it on by pressing the button marked "face." Lay with your head at the pillow and on the face tanner end of the bed. Pull the top canopy of the bed down until it is completely closed. After your session is completed, use an anti-bacterial cleaner to wipe down the tanning bed. If you are at a tanning salon, often the staff will clean the ...
By Samantha Cabrera
You can achieve that coveted golden tan with airbrush tanning, one of the most innovative and effective ways to get a fake tan. Prices can vary depending on the salon and the technique, and overall results lie in the hands of those wielding the airbrush. Be sure to exfoliate and moisturize your body prior to going in for an airbrush tan, and allow the color to develop before going back for more. ...
By Cindy Ausbrooks
Self tanner applied at home can result in a orange, streaky and unnatural looking tan. However, if the solution is applied correctly, and with a little care, it can be a great alternative to tanning beds or sun tanning. Follow these guidelines to get the best tan possible from a bottle. To create the most even and natural looking tan, exfoliation is required. Before application of a self tanner, ...
By Judith Williams
The time between applications varies depending on the type of tanner used. There are many sunless tanning options. These include airbrushing, lotions and sprays. The main ingredient in self-tanners is DHA. The DHA reacts with the amino acids in the dead cells on the surface of the skin, changing its color. Airbrushing takes approximately 10 minutes. It lasts from 5 to10 days, gradually fading ...
By Cheryl Myers
How long you keep your tan depends on a variety of factors. If you tanned from a tanning bed, your tan may last longer than one received from the outdoors. Those with fair skin types usually do not tan well in the sun, or they may sunburn easily. Those with darker skin tones may not absorb the sun's rays as much as those with medium skin tones do. Your daily skin care regimen and lifestyle...