Self-Tanners

Best self-tanners for the perfect summer complexion

High-quality self-tanners help to create a sun-kissed look all year round. Good self-tanners create a natural tanning effect – it should never look orange or “fake”, patchy or uneven. Self-tanning products are available in different textures – creams, gels, lotions or oils are just a few of those. Self-tanners for the face are formulated in a different way than self-tanners for the body. 

The selection of the perfect product largely depends on the personal preferences for texture and also whether an immediate result is desired, or whether the tan should build up gradually. After finding the perfect tanning product, creating and maintaining a healthy tan is easy, without speeding up the ageing of the skin by exposing it to sun rays.

The correct application of self-tanning products

For the correct, even application of self-tanning lotions and other types of self-tanning products, the correct preparation of the skin is important. If there are dry patches or large amounts of dead skin cells on the surface of the skin, the result will be a patchy, uneven tan. Dry patches take on a darker tone from the self-tanner, in contrast to well-moisturized areas. It is recommended for this reason to use a good peeling on the body, before applying self-tanning products. Especially dry areas of the body can be moisturized, in order to make the application more even. 

It is important to wait for the moisturizer to be completely absorbed into the skin, before applying the self-tanning product. After prepping the skin, the self-tanner is applied in circular motions. An even application is important, in order to avoid patches and visible edges. Protecting the hands from the self-tanner is also important, in order to avoid them turning a darker than desired colour. If those steps are kept in mind, creating a healthy, sunless tan is easy and save the skin from sun damage.