Self-tanning
Self-tanning is an imitation of the natural tanning of the skin. It gives the skin a pleasant, even color of the desired shade and intensity, the tanning effect appears quickly after application, besides, the self-tanning for the body and face is safe, unlike the sun's rays.
You can professionally apply self-tanning in a salon or do it yourself at home.
Self-tanning products
The bronze effect of tanning can be achieved with the use of two types of cosmetics - bronzes and autobronzates.
According to reviews, self-tanning obtained from the use of bronzes is less durable, it lasts only a few hours. The bronzate contains only dyes, they are easily washed off with water, since they paint over only the upper layer of the epidermis.
Self-tanning body with bronzes allows you to look slimmer and more toned. The cosmetic line includes creams, tanning lotions, dry oil.
Quite often, reflective particles are a component of bronze, with the help of which the skin acquires a pleasant shine and shimmer. Thanks to this effect, the skin looks smoother on the surface, irregularities and areas of hyperpigmentation become invisible on its surface.
After using autobronzates, self-tanning, according to reviews, lasts for several days. The principle of action of autobronzates is based on the chemical reaction of the interaction of its components with protein substances in the composition of skin cells. Due to this reaction, the upper layers of skin cells acquire a characteristic bronze color. Cosmetics of this type are instantaneous and those, the effect of which appears gradually.
Autobronzers do not protect the skin from the harmful spectrum of the sun's rays, so sunscreen should be used in case of prolonged exposure to the sun.
To obtain light shades of tanned skin, beauticians recommend using milk. And in order to achieve a richer and darker shade, self-tanning for the face or body should be used in the form of mousse or napkins.
Self-tanning at home
You can get a beautiful bronze skin tone using self-tanning products at home. Take a shower with a body scrub or exfoliator before applying a self-tanner. In order for self-tanning to lie flat on the skin surface, experts recommend that you first epilate, apply the product only on dry skin.
There are certain aspects of using self-tanning products at home. To prevent the appearance of uneven spots and for a more natural look, it is recommended to mix with a regular cream in a 1: 1 ratio before applying a self-tanner and apply this mixture to the body.
When using self-tanning, it should be applied with cellophane gloves so that the skin of the hands does not stain, and after the end of the procedure, wash your hands thoroughly with soap. Do not wear light-colored or tight-fitting clothing immediately after applying a self-tanning tanner, as self-tanning products can stain them.
The delicate skin in the area of the knees, armpits, elbows is colored with self-tanning faster than in other areas, so less means is required to create a tanning effect in these places. You can also pre-apply a cream or moisturizing milk to the skin of these areas.
The direction of applying self-tanning is from the legs to the shoulders; you need to apply the product in an even thin layer. Self-tanning for the face is applied with a cotton pad, without affecting the area of the eyelids and lips.
Cosmetologists who apply self-tanning in the salon also do not advise using perfumery and decorative cosmetics on the eve of the procedure in order to avoid unwanted reactions of their interaction with self-tanning products.
Contraindications for applying self-tanning
Self-tanning is not recommended for wounds, cuts and other violations of the integrity of the skin. Contraindications are also chronic diseases with skin manifestations - psoriasis, neurodermatitis, eczema and others. Pregnant women should also refrain from using this remedy, this may indirectly affect the condition of the fetus.
All self-tanners dry out the skin, this can adversely affect the condition of already dry and thin skin.
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