If you're tanning indoors, you probably use some type of tanning accelerator to
help get the best color and keep your skin healthy. But what many don't realize,
in order to achieve optimum results, it is crucial to maintain moist and healthy
skin after tanning as well.
Immediately After UV Exposure
It can take up to 48 hours after UV exposure for your tan to fully
develop. By moisturizing and re-hydrating right after UV exposure you help your
skin boost collagen production, promote skin elasticity, and help achieve the
best and longest lasting tan possible.
While Bathing
When showering or bathing, select products designed to be gentle to the skin.
Products with low Alkaline Base will help prevent drying of the skin and help
keep your tan longer. Try Total Submersion Body Wash, specifically designed for
tanners needs.
After Bathing
Use a moisturizer after bathing while the skin is still damp. Applying
moisturizer to dry skin is of little use because it is not very easily absorbed.
The result would be similar to putting hair conditioner on dry hair - you
wouldn't get an even absorption across the shaft of the hair. Try California
Tan's Total Immersion, Designer Skin's Angel or Undercover Angel or Enamor.
After You Workout
When you workout you perspire. Consequently, your body loses moisture through
the skin. Help keep your tan going by reapplying moisturizer after your workout.
Drink Up
In order to complete the skincare picture, remember to drink at least 8 glasses
of water a day. This re-hydrates tired & stressed out skin, helps clear up
facial blemishes and helps shed unwanted pounds. So drink up and reap the
benefits.
The Forces of Nature
There are many forces at work against keeping your skin healthy. During the
winter, lack of humidity and the wind remove critical moisture from the skin.
During the summer the sun's rays, chlorine in the pool, and the sand and salt at
the beach all work against your skin. Be your skin's friend and select a high
quality moisturizer, something with no mineral oils or petroleum to clog your
pores. Try one of our daily moisturizers or see a tanning consultant for
recommendations.