Ever caught yourself seeing the perfect tan and wondered why
your best efforts have always end with you either looking slightly darker than
Casper the Friendly Ghost or more red than a well cooked lobster? With the many
tanning styles available, it may be difficult to determining which approach is
right for you. Tanning truly is a science, and determining the proper formula
for your body will result in achieving the perfect tan. Here are a few tanning
tips for pursuing that golden tone you crave.
Indoor Tanning
Indoor tanning has become wildly popular over the past few
decades due to it not being dependent on the sun’s availability and given it is
a produced light, the health risks from using a produced light are far fewer
than laying out under the sun. A couple of tips for indoor tanning to keep in
mind is that even though the health risks are lower, tanning beds can still
burn you, so as with all varieties of tanning, moderation is the best policy.
It’s also important to use a tanning lotion that works well with your genetic
make up to ensure your indoor tan appears beautifully natural.
Outdoor Tanning
Although there are many benefits to indoor tanning, there
are those who swear by relying on the sun to bake themselves into a golden
glow. Some tips for outdoor tanning to keep in mind are again to maintain a
healthy level of moderation. The sun can provide an excellent tan overtime, but
it won’t happen overnight. Trying to soak up as many rays as you are able early
on will only result in sunburn, peeling and not being able to layout for a week
or two. In addition, that kind of exposure could also lead to future health
risks. With moderation and the proper outdoor tanning lotions, the sun is still
a great option for a beautiful tan.
Speaking of outdoor tanning, some good beach tanning tips
are to take a quick dip in the water prior to tanning. The moisture from the
water will help expedite the sun’s rays which will save you time in achieving
your perfect tan. In addition, the water itself will reflect the sun’s rays
which also will expedite the tanning process, so you will want to keep that in
mind as well as to not over tan.
Airbrush Tanning
Some safe tanning tips or self tanning tips to keep in mind
are to consider options which do not involve light at all. For example,
airbrush tanning has become more and more popular in recent years due to its
ability to provide the look of the perfect tan without the risk of extended
exposure to tanning beds or sunlight. This is simply a light tone being
airbrushed onto your body and giving you the tanned appearance you are wanting.
This method is especially great during the colder months of the year when
outdoor tanning may not be an option, and you don’t have the time to invest in
visiting a tanning salon on a regular basis.
Spray Tanning
Another method of sunless tanning is the use of spray
tanning. Of the spray tanning tips to consider, the most important is to
research the spray tans you are considering. It is important to know how they
will match your complexion and react to your skin type. The last thing you want
to do is use a spray tan and come out looking like an Oompa Loompa. With a
little research and testing it out on a smaller area you can easily cover up will
allow you to ensure your spray tan looks great once applied to your entire
body. Of the sunless tan tips, this is easily the most important as not
adhering to it, may lead to unwanted embarrassment by having an unnatural
looking tan.
