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In tanning, the most important thing is common sense and choosing a tanning method that will bring both the expected effect and be safe for our body and organism. Solarium tanning, spray tanning and sun tanning: all these types of tanning have different effects over time and have their advantages and disadvantages. Is spray tanning healthy or less healthy than sun tanning? About it below.
Spray tanning – safety first
Treatments performed in the case of spray tanning are actually safe for our health and for the body. They bring an immediate effect of a natural tan. They do not dry out the skin, unlike the sun’s rays and staying in a “normal” solarium. They also do not contain UV rays, against which we must protect ourselves both in the sun and in the solarium.
What does spray tanning look like?
A special preparation is applied to the skin using a spray device, which darkens the skin and creates a natural tan. However, this is not the effect of “paint” covering the body. The action of the spray preparation is quite different: it contains DHA – a tanning substance. This, as a result of contact with the skin and the amino acids contained in it, stains the skin in a darker color.
Advantages of spray tanning:
- Fast, immediate effects right after the treatment
- Safe for all skin types
- No UV rays and no need to protect against them
- The appearance of a natural tan
- No skin dryness
- Skin hydration, hydration. The tanning preparation also includes vitamins such as vitamin C and E
- Tanning without irritation and skin burns
Degree of tan
Each person can choose the degree to which they would like to be tanned at the place of the procedure. From light brown to dark brown, everyone can choose the effect that suits them best. The entire spray tanning process takes about 30 minutes.
Spray tanning – after the treatment
Use after the procedure tan fixatives. The disadvantage of spray tanning is the obligation to behave appropriately after tanning and the space of certain rules. Another disadvantage is the short duration of the tan in its original form.
Immediately after the procedure, you should not take a shower, use cosmetics or do sports for about 6-8 hours. Avoid activities that would make your body sweat.
How to enhance your tan after spray tanning?
- Follow the recommendations of the salon employees
- Use tan-fixing cosmetics
- Make two applications within 2-4 days
- Moisturize your skin with a cream at least once a day
- When bathing and showering, do not use strong and rough sponges for washing