Facts About Choosing Homemade Or Manufactured Self Tanning Lotions

By Haywood Hunter


Sunbathing to get a suntan is now known to be risky. Many more people are turning to the use of self tanning lotions to produce that healthy bronzed glow. Not all the commercial products are effective or produce a good result so be prepared to try a few before you get the results you want.

Your friends may look great, but you may not get the same look when you try the same product. Carrying out a patch test is the best way to find out if a product is right for you. Rather than go out and buy the lotion, ask you friend for a little to test it first. A patch test should let you know if you will have an allergic reaction to the product.

You are recommended to wait 24 hours after testing, as some ingredients may take longer to trigger a reaction. Providing you are satisfied with the results of the test, you can go ahead and buy. Be aware that if the test area looks quite orange, the effects will be much brighter when applied to a larger area.

If you find the store bought products too expensive, why not try making your own. The internet is a great source for finding information and tips on how to make self tanning lotions. You can find out everything you need to know about making your own and how to use it to get the best results.

You can also download instructions and tips on how to moisturize and cleanse your skin for tanning. There is no ambiguity about the ingredients being used. You know that there are none of the potentially harmful ingredients that can occasionally be found in commercial products.

Herbal and natural self tanning lotions can be bought ready-made from the majority of Health Stores. They contain only natural ingredients from plants and herbs. These types of natural self tanning lotions are popular with individuals who have sensitive skin.




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