The Safest Route To
Sun Kissed Beauty

The difference from product to product is the concentration level which will determine the rate at which the skin will tan, as well as the amount of color achieved.  In addition, although DHA is the common ingredient, don't expect all sunless tanners to have skin friendly formulations.

Ideally, sunless tanning lotion application:

3-needs a system of application that is effective and easy to recall so zones aren't missed or overdone.

3-to the entire body should be done with gloves to avoid hand staining, otherwise wash hands well after a quick application.

3-needs a sufficient time frame for thorough application and drying time to avoid transfer of color onto clothing etc..

3-should be following cleansing and exfoliating the skin on perfectly dry skin.

3-uses small amounts a time, spread thinly and evenly over the skin.

3- works best when applied to a smooth surface, so it is suggested that if your skin is dry, to use a tiny amount of light weight moisturizer.

(*Avoid multi purpose moisturizers since ingredients for chemical exfoliation or sunscreen can impact the active ingredient in the self tanner).

3-should pay special attention to body parts with a crease factor to ensure the tanner is spread well and not collecting in those zones ie. knees, elbows, wrists, fingers, neck etc.

3-maintenance is dependent on the effect being pursued. For a darker look, it is better to do several applications till the desired look is achieve.

There are many brands of sunless tanning lotions on the market in all price ranges. Generally, most will have similar formulations using DHA, but will be geared toward skin tone effect i.e.. light, medium or dark as well as varying formulations for different skin type needs (i.e. dry skin formulation would likely be crème).