For many years most people simply did not realize how harmful it is to spend hours in the sun. Recent research has shown that even minimal exposure to the sun can be very dangerous. Staying inside during peak UV hours, particularly between noon and four pm is recommended. Using a good quality sun block is also important. With all this in mind many people are now opting to sunless tanning as a faster and safer alternative.
The new products are very easy to apply and give a great natural look. Many women are very surprised by how great their new tan looks. Some of the early products to hit the market left skin with an orange tinge. These problems have now been taken care of and people can be confident they are getting a great tan without any risks.
In recent years there has been a lot of publicity about the harmful effects of many skin care products. Yet the new tanning lotions, creams and gels are quite unique in that aspect. They are made from biodegradable ingredients that have not been tested on animals. In addition they are environmentally friendly and made from many naturally derived materials.
People often wonder exactly how the tanners work. It is a simple process in which enzymes in the solution react with chemicals in the skin cells. The tan appears almost immediately and continues to darken for the next six hours. As the skin replaces itself within about ten days the tan will fade away. The deeper layers of skin remain unaffected.
The solution contains enzymes that react with the skin cells. Only the very outermost layer of skin is affected and this will naturally be replaced within ten days. The tan will fade away at this time and need to be reapplied. The products are very safe, both for human use and for the environment. Many of the ingredients actually help to reduce wrinkles.
Many salons and spas are now providing the sun free tanning options. Most use an airbrush system that is very quick and simple. The technicians work fast and apply a thin but even coat of solution.
The solution adheres best to clean dry skin that does not have any lotions or creams applied. These can interfere with the absorption of the solution and lead to a blotchy look. Any rough or dry skin should be exfoliated so the solution can soak in evenly.