BABY OIL: TANNING’S BIGGEST NO-NO

It is a common myth that applying normal baby oil to your skin just before climbing into a tanning bed provides a deeper quicker tan than any tanning lotion. This is not only false, but incredibly dangerous to anyone who acts on this legend. Not only is it bad for the surface and bulbs of the tanning bed, but it is the equivalent of dipping yourself straight into a deep fryer – you will end up more likely with serious burns than a golden glow. ALWAYS make sure you choose tanning lotions for tanning beds so that you know it has been specially formulated for use with indoor tanning, to avoid damaging the bed and yourself.

SUNSCREEN IN MY TANNING LOTION?

First-time tanners may be confused by seeing that many of the lotions offered have sunscreen in them, because they feel it hinders their tanning experience. Nothing could be farther from the truth. The addition of sunscreen to many of the best tanning bed lotions protects the tanner against harmful UV rays, which can lead to damage to the skin and sometimes even the development of skin cancers. Having sunscreen in your lotions, which is measured in SPF levels, also keeps the skin moisturized while providing an even, glowing tan.

ACCELERATORS AND BRONZERS

Some indoor tanning bed lotions offer the extra perks of accelerators and bronzers – both of which can be confusing to the novice. Tan accelerators are generally recommended to those planning short-term tanning – i.e., those visiting a tanning bed to get a quick base tan so they can enjoy fun in the sun for the rest of the summer season. Bronzers, however, are recommended for indoor tanners who already have developed a nice tan via tanning beds, but simply want to take the color of their tan to a deeper level.

SELF-TANNING

For people who need that sun-kissed look immediately without the tanning bed, a self-tanner or spray tan may be a solution. Self tanners change the color of dead skin cells on the surface of your skin, providing the user with a quick temporary tan that will wear off after a few days to a couple of weeks. Self tanning lotions are available over the counter, or a more professional spray-on version through most tanning salons.

The products offered through tanning salons are a great way to achieve the results you’re looking for, once you know the difference between them. Whether you go with a spray on tan or an indoor tanning bed lotion always be cautious and get professional advice before you use any product.

Indoor tanning lotions are everywhere you look and we cannot get enough of them. Its so easy to buy a cream or spray and put it on without having to go to a tanning bed or sunbathe for 5 hours. Sunless tanning takes a matter of minutes whether you do it yourself or you have it applies at your local tanning salon. Spray tanning has become very popular as well and most tanning salons offer a Spray Tan at affordable rates.

Indoor Tanning Lotion is no different than using using lotion at the beach. Your skin needs to preserve its nutrients and prevent the damage of vital skin cells caused by UV rays. Tanning lotions come equipped with moisturizers designed to help prevent damage to your skin while lying in a tanning bed. The healthier your skin is the better your tan will look and consequently the better healthy looking your skin will be. Most tanning salons offer these products to you and they are very expensive. They can range anywhere from $15 up to as much as $150 for a bottle. While many are worth their price tag you can find equally sufficient tanning lotion for much less.

Not using indoor tanning lotion at a tanning salon is a recipe for disaster and can lead to skin cancer. The heated argument about tanning beds causing skin cancer is all too real. The fact of the matter is that if you don’t take care of your skin by using supplemental moisturizers you may be asking for some kind of skin cancer and that goes for a tanning bed or direct sunlight outside. Either one will do that same amount of damage if not cared for properly.

There are many products out there to choose regarding indoor tanning lotions. Bronzers and tanning accelerators merely promote quick browning of the skin in as little as 2 visits in the tanning bed. Adding heat such as “tingle”  has been added to many tanning products including tingle bronzers, tanning sprays and lotions allowing blood to flow to  the skin surface and produce better tanning results with skin microcirculation. Tingle allows the heat to draw up to the skin surface to achieve a deeper tan. Much of the tingle products have a cooling ingredient to make for a cooling effect while getting hot skin.

Some other indoor tanning lotion must haves include sunflower oil, coq-10, soy and the ever popular hemp moisturizers which work well on the skin. Hemp seed oil and natural butters are also in great demand at your local tanning salon. Australian Gold is obviously one of the most popular brands as well as Designer Skin and Tanisum Supre to name a few. Skin care is a major issue and one that many people take for granted. If you plan to take care of your body and try and prevent the aging process then you need to take these precautions and get started on Indoor tanning lotions or sunscreens that protect your skins vital cells.