You may have reached a tanning plateau. Everyone has a limit to how dark they can get, but to try to get past your current color we recommend switching the types of beds you use every few tanning sessions.
If you reach a tanning plateau or if you desire the absolute darkest tan possible, you should consider an extreme tingle lotion with more potency. STEP 4. Skin Moisturizer – Moisturizer is a powerful formula for extending your tan. Look for a brand with anti-aging elements to keep your skin looking fresh and young.
Let us explain. As you progress in your tanning journey your skin becomes thicker. This means it is harder for UV light to penetrate your skin. That is typically when you will reach a point where your skin is not getting any darker.
Exfoliate: Dead skin cells can block UV rays from reaching fresh skin layers and hinder tanning. Exfoliate a day or two before your session to remove dead skin cells and get even tanning. Moisturise Properly: Hydrated skin absorbs UV rays more efficiently, thus better results.
These fluorescent lamps range anywhere from 100-watt bulbs to 140-watt bulbs. Because of their power – and the fact that they simulate UVA rays vs. UVB rays – they can actually penetrate the skin on a deeper level than the sun. This is why ten minutes in a tanning bed equates to about two hours of direct sun exposure.
For instance, individuals with fair to medium skin tones may achieve satisfactory results in approximately 6 minutes on a sunbed. However, it's crucial to adjust the duration based on skin sensitivity and tanning goals.
Keeping Your Eyes Closed Isn't Enough
Even shutting your eyes tightly in a tanning bed isn't enough protection against UV rays of that strength.
Avoid using harsh or fragranced products immediately after tanning, as they may further irritate the skin.
Compared to the rest of the body, skin on the legs does not produce the same amount of melanin, which results in legs getting less tan. Skin on the legs is thicker and harder and the UV light from the sun or sunbeds cannot easily penetrate it.
STEP 3: If you reach a tanning plateau there are a few simple solutions – lotion rotation and alternating tanning equipment. Your body can build up a tolerance. Once you switch lotions and/or alternate between different types of tanning equipment, you will burst through your tanning plateau.
Similarly to how dark clothes can help you look slim, a tan can bring definition to the body, helping you look and feel thinner. Areas of the body that you tend to worry over and feel self-conscious of can become more defined with a spray tan and help you to look your very best.
The professional indoor tanning industry promotes and teaches what we refer to as The Golden Rule of Smart Tanning: Don't ever sunburn. The indoor tanning industry has been more effective at teaching sunburn prevention than those who promote complete sun avoidance.
UV radiation lowers hunger hormones but increases norepinephrine, a stress hormone that breaks down fat and converts white fat, which stores energy, into brown fat, which burns energy.
If the skin has been inflamed or is severely dry, the melanocytes (cells that give the skin its color) in that area do not react to UV light the same as they do in non-affected/dry skin areas.
☀️Tanning Tip Tuesday☀️ How to avoid the “bunny tail” or white spots on lower back or under your arms or sides: ✅ when using a lay down bed always reposition your body every few minutes to achieve an even tan. Switch from side to side and rest your arms behind your head .
Moderate tanning of 2-3 sessions a week is OK for everyone else but ensure you rest the skin for a minimum of 24 hours between each session and at least 48 hours for skin type 2. The European Standard advises not to exceed 60 sessions per annum.
No, you don't need to flip over in a tanning bed. In fact, many people tan stomach-down because it's more comfortable that way. However, if you want an evenly distributed tan, then you should flip over halfway through your session so that both sides of your body get equal exposure to the UV rays.
Fortunately, there are options that prevent “raccoon eyes.” Slim tanning goggles offer protection without the lines. Also, disposable eye stickers, like Wink-ease, are another great choice. However, if you do get tan lines, a little makeup can help. UV light damages eyes, and closing your eyes isn't enough.
UVA rays penetrate the skin more deeply than UVB rays and are responsible for the immediate tanning effect. Unlike the skin, which has the ability to repair itself, your eyes are particularly vulnerable to UV exposure because they lack this protective mechanism.
You can use a disposable paper face mask or a reusable cloth face mask to cover your face while tanning. Make sure whatever you're using is clean and free of any makeup or oils, as these can create a barrier between your skin and the UV rays.