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Bronzer Tanning Lotions

Bronzer indoor tanning lotions have gained quite a following in recent years. But sadly many people still do not know exactly what a bronzer tanning lotion is. This producs is simply a type of lotion that provides a tan in a relatively shorter period of time than other methods and products. A bronzer will also produce a deeper and more luxurious quality of tan than regular tanning creams and lotions. This is the reason why it is a hot product especially among women who want to have a gorgeous looking skin in the shortest amount of time possible.

There are basically two types of bronzers. The first one helps accelerate the tanning process whether you plan to tan in the sun or artificially by using a tanning bed. These kinds of bronzer tanning lotions are usually labeled whether they are designed for indoor or outdoor tanning. The second type of bronzer are called self tanning bronzers because they can produce a tan even without the help of the sun or any artificial tanning method.

Both types of bronzer tanning lotion help minimize the exposure to sunlight and to the dangerous UV rays. But of course, the latter is safer to use and is preferred by more health-conscious individuals. You probably know by now that prolonged exposure to the sun can lead to skin damage and premature aging. It can also cause diseases of the skin such as skin cancer.

The active ingredient contained in many bronzer tanning lotions is dihydroxyacetone or DHA. This ingredient produces a chemical reaction to the skin that creates a compoundwhich is very similar to melanin, the substance that is responsible for tanning the skin with a golden color when exposed to the sun. DHA is considered safe by many experts.

Bronzing tanning lotions are all different and each lotion has it's own unique blends of vitamins, bronzing agents, fragrances, and sun protection. I will outline several of the leading bronzers and discuss what makes each one different. First there are a few criteria that you should consider when picking a tanning lotion.

- Smell - Pick a lotion that you like the smell of.
- Consistency - Some lotions come out of the bottle like thick syrup. This makes them hard to spread on your skin and ultimately cause your tan to look streaky and bad. Find the right consistency, not too thick and not too thin.

Here are a few great bronzing tanning lotions that produce a nice dark tan:

14 Karat Gold by- Designer Skin

Ultra Advanced 14 Bronzing Blend - 14 specially designed blends to give you dark skin

Fade Defying TM Formula - Allows the color to stay longer and penetrate deeper into your skin

SunStay Technology Formula - Allows the UV light to penetrate deeper into your skin

Exotic Fruits and Fig Fragrance - Gives the lotion it's distinct smell (I think it smells like pineapple)

Cypher California Tan Bronzer Step 2 Maximizer Indoor Tanning Lotion by California Tan

Moisturizes Skin - This allows for the skin to tan easier (dry skin does not tan)

The bronzers produce a quick and long lasting tan only a few hours after tanning - Good for people who want to see instant results from their tanning

Silicone formula leaves skin feeling silky smooth - Keeps your skin moist after tanning

Zesty Lime Verbena Fragrance - I enjoy the lime scent and it's not overpowering

Black 20X Bronzer by Designer Skin

Mega Magical Silicone Emulsion - Leaves skin smooth and locks in moisture

20X Bronzing Body Silk - 20 unique blends used to darken your skin

Suitable for all skin types as this lotion does not contain any tingle

Refreshing citrus scent - Aromatherapy can be very relaxing.

A couple of things to remember when using bronzing tanning lotions. Try to apply your tanning lotion at least 15 minutes before going to the tanning salon to allow the lotion enough time to be absorbed into your skin. The moisturizers in the lotion will help prevent premature wrinkling and damage to your skin. Also if possible, try to avoid showering for an hour after tanning so the moisturizer can continue to protect your skin after tanning. Tanning lotion may also wash off easily in the shower if you do not wait a while.

Brown Sugar Tanning Lotion

People view a good tan as attractive and healthy, especially in the summer months, even though awareness of the damage that the sun's rays can do has increased. Because tans are still fashionable, other methods of tanning, such as sunless or self-tanning lotions, are much in demand. Tanning lotions come in many different forms, including bronzers or sunless, self-tanning lotions.

Bronzers contain water soluble dyes that quickly work to give the skin a deep tan or bronze glow, which only lasts until washed off. Sunless, or self-tanning lotions contain dihydroxyacetone (DHA), which is a colorless sugar, as the active ingredient. DHA penetrates the upper layer of the epidermis.

As the sugar interacts with amino acids in the skin cells, it causes a color change, or 'browning reaction', which generally lasts five to seven days after the initial application.

Numerous brands of lotions are on the market, and it can be difficult to choose one that works the best for you. Brown Sugar is one of the most affordable and effective tanning lotions and has received many great reviews. Below are some of the most popular and well received Brown Sugar tanning lotions.

Brown Sugar 'Princess' is a formula meant to pamper, with triple bronzing ingredients, including a light amount of DHA and walnut extract for deeper bronzing. It also has cactus extract and hemp seed oil for moisturizing, with lipocare and CoQ10 complexes for toning and firming skin. Some reviewers have noted that the lotion smells like cookies.

Another bestseller is Brown Sugar 'Dark Princess' which is a very dark 50-x bronzer, with an emulsion of five different silicones. Other ingredients include acai berry extract and Monoi de Tahiti extract. It has fresh melon, nutty-lime, and Tonka bean fragrances. This lotion gives you a deeper, darker tan.

Brown Sugar 'Golden Princess' helps you get a very rich brown, long-lasting tan, through exclusive technology enabling the lotion to release bronzing ingredients over a longer time period. 'Golden Princess' has a combination of minerals and SilkSoft silicones along with Monoi de Tahiti extracts for a better color. For skin moisturizing and maintenance, it also contains a skin-firming complex and CoQ10 complex. The scent which is a light floral-lime coconut fragrance, is delightful.

These are but a few examples of the dozens of lotions in the Brown Sugar tanning lotion line. Whatever your skin type or whatever kind of tan you desire, Brown Sugar will definitely have a lotion to suit you!

About the Author

Megan Sara Jones has owned indoor tanning salons for over 7 years selling tanning lotions, swimwear and high class lingerie For more information on this article, or all things connected with indoor tanning please visit The Tanning Lotion Shop

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