We know you've heard the big speeches about staying out of the sun. So, we're going to spare you on the skin damage. But what we will tell you are some safe alternatives to have that healthy glow!
One option is sunless tanning products; they usually come in the form of a lotion, cream or gel. When applied to your skin, they "tan" (or really, stain) the top layer f the epidermis, then gradually fade away the more you bathe and slough off skin cells in your daily routine.
Sunless products are also helpful because you don’t have to use them on your whole body. If you want to keep just your legs tan, or your face needs color, you can put it on wherever. Sunless tanning products have come a long way from streaky orange messes, many moisturizers have a small amount of self tanner in them so that if you apply daily, you will slowly get a subtle glow, and subtle is the name of the game! Be sure to test out your self tanner before buying as many contain chemicals that can irritate your skin or unpleasant smells and always wash yor hands directly after applying so as not to be caught "red handed."
Another option is to go to a salon. Most tanning salons and and spas offer a spray tan treatment. They use a machine that you step into, it then sprays the front and back of your body with a light dusting of tanner. You’re covered from head to toe. This is a great way to get a dark color, but can get pretty expensive. So keep it for a special occasion!
Now after you work on your indoor tan, your face tan is usually the first to fade. You put make-up on and you wash your face, so the tan will weaken much faster. Another way to keep your face looking sun kissed is to buy yourself some bronzer and lightly brush on your forehead, chin, and cheekbones, where the light will naturally hit and you’re done! A pretty summer glow, for a pretty summer girl without the after burn!
Anna's Recommendations:
L'Oreal Sublime Glow Daily Moisturizer, $6.99 www.drugstore.com
Neutrogena Instant Bronze, Sunless Tanner and Bronzer in One, $9.62 www.drugstore.com
Sephora Body Self Tanning Instant Bronzer Mist, $12 www.sephora.com
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