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Sunless Tanning

We all want a deep, gorgeous tan! It's the detrimental effects of UV rays we don't want! Fortunately, in response to our desire for a safe tan, cosmetic companies have produced self-tanning lotions that give us the best of both worlds: a gorgeous tan without the risk of skin damage or skin cancer!

As we become more educated and more health conscious, sunless and self-tanning lotions are becoming even more popular. These tanning products are safe for all and effective for most. Of course, since sunless tanning lotions don't protect us from UV rays, it is important to correctly use a sunscreen or a sunblock.

The active ingredients in sunless tanning lotions are FDA-approved, and are extractable fruit derivatives. When applied to the skin, the fruit derivative combine with amino acids in the skin to form chemical compounds known as melaninoids, which are brown in color. By using the self-tanning lotions and avoiding the sun as much as possible, you will look younger longer and decrease your risk of getting skin cancer.

Conventional sunless or self-tanning lotions provide an instant tanning effect. These lotions tan the skin within two to four hours after application. The problem with the "instant tanning" method is that it often appears artificial, leaving you with tan streaks or orange coloring.

Slow sunless tanning provides an even, natural looking tan. When applied daily, the time-released tanning agents in TanSome Premium Sunless Tanning Lotion slowly give you an even tan that begins to appear within two to four days after application; allow two weeks for full dark tanning.

You can improve the self-tanning process, regardless of which sunless tanning lotion you use, by washing and rubbing the skin lightly with a non-organic textured sponge during bathing/showering. Do not use organic loofahs, sea sponges, or washcloths --- they probably harbor bacteria; nonorganic textured sponges do not carry this risk. After application, simply rinse your hands to remove any excess lotion, then reapply a small amount to ensure even tanning (failing to rinse your hands may result in an over-application of lotion and over-tanning to your hands).

If you wear facial makeup, you may or may not want to tan your face (most women tan their face, and then adjust their makeup to achieve their desired appearance). To achieve best facial results, apply TanSome sparsely, then rub it into your skin gently but thoroughly; allow five minutes for full absorption before applying your makeup. Within three to five weeks, you will determine the amount and distribution of TanSome required for your skin type and desired level of tan.

Unfortunately, self-tanning lotions aren't for everyone. If you have highly sun-damaged, older, mottled, or freckled skin, self-tanning lotions may not produce the desired effect. Under these circumstances any sunless tanning product may leave you with an uneven tan.

Adverse reactions to TanSome Premium Sunless Tanning Lotion are extremely rare. However, a small percentage of the population may show an allergic reaction to the extractable fruit derivatives used in the tanning process. Any allergic reaction is easily treatable with over-the-counter antihistamines and discontinuation of product usage.