With new reports suggesting that the dangers posed by tanning beds are equivalent to arsenic exposure, the desire to get that healthy, summer-kissed glow (while remaining healthy) is harder than ever. For those with fairer complexions, the possibility of tanning, whether in a bed or on the beach, may have never been an option, but with the advances in self tanning even those with ivory skin can move up the summer scale with ease.
The difficulty with self tanning lotion for paler skin tones is that it is difficult to achieve a natural glow on skin that is so fair, without getting the dreaded orange tint. A quick, and easy, solution for light skin lies in the line of moisturizers that contain color enhancers. One of the most popular brands, Jergen’s Natural Glow, has a specific lotion for the face and another for the body, but there are many other self tanning products available.
The added benefit of using the lotion/self-tanner combo lies in the product’s ability to moisturize the skin. People with fairer complexions tend to have sensitive skin, so using a product that is first and foremost a moisturizer lowers the chance of irritation and increases the likelihood that the tan will look even and natural. Of course the best self tanning lotion also acts as a high quality moisturiser as well.
But what if it goes horribly wrong? Anyone with a fair complexion who has tried self tanning will surely have a horror story that centers on a heat wave and their inability to wear anything but jeans throughout the ninety-degree days. These moisturizers work slowly, unlike other tanning products that show immediate results. Jergens, for example, may take up to three days of application before the user will notice a difference. Not good if you are going to the beach the next day, but a sure way to avoid the regret that accompanies the streaky mess of improper application or the use of the wrong product for your skin type. Also, the lotions require reapplications to be maintained, so if you discontinue using the product, the results will fade in a few days. A great way to do a quick top up is to use a handing self tanning spray that can be taken in luggage if you are heading away on holiday for example.
Even with all of the moisturizing ingredients contained in these products, it is still possible to have patches of skin appear darker if the skin in that area is drier than the rest. Just as you would with any self tanning lotion, you will need to exfoliate the skin before application. A great scrub to use is St. Ives Apricot Scrub, particularly the Renew and Firm. This exfoliation will give you a clean and smooth canvas for your summer art, and it makes a great self tanning lotion for you to try.
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