49 Awesome Tanaholic Tanning Tips
- Apply a moisturizer or lotion that will act as a barrier and penetrate into the skin.
- Make sure to layer on the moisturizer in delicate areas such as on the buttocks or breasts.
- For an even tan that will protect your buttocks and breasts, consider wearing a bathing suit.
- Always wear goggles in the tanning bed and never wear contact lenses.
- After tanning bed tips, apply moisturizing lotion each day after you shower for 7-10 days.
- For your comfort as you tan, wear loose-fitting clothing such as a tank top, cotton shorts or flip-flops.
- Tanning bed tips for men include the same, such as applying fragrance-free, dye-free moisturizers, and wearing loose-fitting clothing.
- Before heading to the tanning salon, shower and use an exfoliator to remove dead skin cells.
- Switch between low intensity and high intensity settings in the tanning bed.
- Excessive tanning will not darken your tan; so just make it your objective to maintain what you have.
- Once you have established a healthy base tan, incorporate foods that have high beta-carotene.
- It’s important to use the right types of soaps, as certain soaps can cause excess drying.
- Stick to soaps that are made with cocoa and Shea butters, as they have moisturizing properties.
- Establish a base tan if you don’t want your skin to burn; this is achieved through regular tanning in short sessions.
- In general, you’ll want to tan for eight out of twelve days to establish a base tan.
- Be sure to indoor tan for only a few minutes in the beginning, before you work yourself up.
- A gentle scrubbing with a sponge and exfoliating body scrub before applying sunscreen will make a tan last longer and keep it evenly toned.
- Applying sunscreen is an important part of tanning.
- Sunscreen with an SPF of 10-15 is ideal for tanners.
- SPF of 10-15 will protect skin from dangerous rays and allow the tan to build gradually, which prevents sunburns or a reddish tan.
- Make sure to cover all exposed parts of skin evenly to avoid an uneven tan
- Don’t forget to use sunscreen on the backs of elbows and knees.
- Spending one to two hours a day tanning is enough for most people, and will let the tan build on itself.
- The American Medical Association recommends avoiding sun exposure during peak hours (generally 10am to 2pm)
- Tanning between 10am and 2pm may give a deeper tan or even cross over into sunburn territory.
- If you are going for an allover tan, make sure to expose all parts of the body to the sun equally.
- Lying on your stomach for 45 minutes and on your back for 10 minutes will make the tan unequal.
- make sure to spread out your elbows and inner arms for an equal tan
- A brief shower after a sun tanning session will help get rid of all the sunscreen and re-hydrate the skin.
- Dry skin is unhealthy and may peel or not maintain the tan very well.
- Gently rubbing a washcloth is usually enough to remove the sunscreen and prevent the tan from peeling.
- Apply a good moisturizer immediately after a shower to keep the skin hydrated and supple.
- Low SPF proves small degree of protection against the sun’s rays while still allowing the skin to get a tan.
- Apply first coat of sun lotion indoor, and then reapply SPF lotion again at frequent intervals to guarantee a safe sunbathing.
- Reapply lotion every time you get out of the water.
- Protective barriers such as hats, shirts, shades, towel and sandals should not be disregarded in the sun
- Individuals with fair skin should practice extreme caution when being exposed to the sun
- Individuals with macular lesions should practice extreme caution when being exposed to the sun
- Individuals with a family history of skin cancer should practice extreme caution when being exposed to the sun
- Do not attempt to be exposed to the sun one time at a prolonged period of time.
- Exposure to the sun should be gradual in order to prevent sun burns.
- The skin may become badly burned when in the water, without showing any warning signs.
- Ensure you have extra protection to your skin from 10am-3pm
- The lips also need to have some form of protection to prevent cracks and burns
- Those who are enthusiasts of outdoor activities and water events should use heavy sun screens that are waterproof
- It is best to consult with your dermatologist to gain expert advice before exposing yourself to the sun
- The use of self-tanning lotion will keep skin moisturized; and gives a glowing effect to the skin.
- Moisturize often to prevent skin from drying out causing flakes to appear.
- Exfoliating before you tan and after a shower will speed up circulation, and helps remove dead or dying skin cells.
