Achieving The Best Results From An Airbrush Fake Tan

By Haywood Hunter


Every few years there is a trend for pale skin but few things lift the spirit quite the way a suntan does. A tan makes you look healthier, really shows off white clothing and many people agree that it even makes you look slimmer. However, spending hours in the sun to get that gorgeous glow can cause premature ageing and skin cancer. A smart alternative is to get a sunless tan. If the product is airbrushed on, it will ensure a more even result. The best is to get your airbrush fake tan from a salon.

With a sunless tan, a chemical called dihydroxyacetone, also known as DHA, reacts with your dead skin cells and turns them a darker color. DHA is a carbohydrate and in many cases it's derived from plants containing lots of sugar. A small number of people have allergic reactions to DHA and it's advisable to do a patch test on your skin before getting an airbrush fake tan.

Before the session, you may use a gentle exfoliating product to remove loose skin cells. This will ensure a more even end result. However, remember that you need dead skin cells for the DHA in the airbrush fake tan product to react with. For this reason, do not over-exfoliate with products like loofahs.

Hair removal also exfoliates the skin. However, rather shave, wax or apply hair removal cream ahead of the salon session. If you wait until afterwards, your airbrush fake tan won't last as long.

Before the beautician can apply the airbrush fake tan product to your skin, you should ensure that your skin is totally clean and dry. Products like lotions form a barrier around the skin and prevent the DHA from doing its work. However, for parts that you don't want to become discolored, like the palms of your hands or the soles of your feet, you should apply skin cream.

For the procedure itself, you can wear what you'd like to, whether it's a swimsuit or nothing at all. Remember that if you wear a swimsuit, you'll be left with tan lines. It's also good to remember that DHA reacts with certain fabrics and won't only stain your clothes but will also affect your airbrush fake tan. For this reason it's best to wear loose-fitting clothing afterwards and avoid wearing a bra for a couple of hours.

The reason why sweating can mess up your new airbrush fake tan is that the product needs time to develop your new skin color and water will stop the process. Instead of a liquid deodorant, use talcum powder to keep your skin dry and sweat free. Stay out of the rain and wait at least eight hours after you've had the airbrush fake tan applied before you take a shower or go for a swim.

Your airbrush fake tan will last longer if you refrain from exfoliating your skin. For that first shower after the session, apply a gentle cleanser to your skin and use your hands to lather it in. A washcloth or sponge will remove too much of the product. Keeping your skin well moisturized will prolong your airbrush fake tan but remember to apply sun protection as well, since your skin is still vulnerable to sun damage even if it looks tanned.




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