Although this cosmetic procedure appeared on the market relatively recently, it has already acquired many myths and legends.
Myth one: instant tanning can be harmful to health. This statement is fundamentally wrong. An instant tan is the safest way to give your skin a golden hue. On the contrary, it is even indicated for those who cannot be in the sun for a long time, and, unlike self-tanning, does not cause irritation and dryness of the skin.
Instant tanning is so safe that even pregnant women and nursing mothers can use it. The fact is that instant tanning lotion is a completely natural product without any additives or preservatives, and it can be stored in open form for only a few days. Its main component is dihydroxyacetone, obtained from sugar beets or sugar cane.
Myth Two: Instant tan will fade away with spots. Instant tan lasts about 7-14 days, then it will gradually disappear. A simple natural tan is similarly “erased”. If the instant tan was applied correctly and the client took into account all the basic rules of skin care after the procedure, then no spots will appear.
Judging by the reviews, side effects are practically excluded. They arise only in the following situations:
- if during the procedure, a lotion of poor quality or with an expired date was used;
- if the master applied the composition unevenly to the body. Initially, smudges and streaks were visible;
- if the product was applied to untreated skin;
- if after the procedure the client ignored the rules of skin care, for example, he constantly wore tight clothes made of coarse fabric, was engaged in increased physical activity, which significantly increased sweating;
- if the client has applied self-tanning to the skin to enhance the effect;
- if the client often steamed his skin and rubbed it dry with a towel, and so on.
The third myth: instant tanning is expensive. The cost of the procedure depends on the level of the beauty salon and the degree of training of the master. The average price is about 1000 rubles. In addition, you need to know how many layers of lotion will be applied to the body, whether peeling before the procedure is included in the price. If not, then you should ask how much the full package of services will cost.
The fourth myth: Instant tan stains clothes and bedding. After the procedure, which takes about 15 minutes, it will take about 8 hours for the “tan to take hold on the skin”. During this time, it is recommended to wear loose, dark-colored clothing. Further, it is recommended to take a shower to wash off the remains of the lotion, after that there is nothing to fear. No marks will remain on clothes, regardless of whether it is a snow-white suit or a colored dress.
The fifth myth: instant tan looks unnatural. One of the advantages of instant tanning is the ability to choose the desired skin tone after the procedure. If you choose the right concentration of active ingredients, it will look as natural as a regular tan after a couple of weeks of vacation at sea. Here you should take the advice of a specialist from the salon.