However, there are a lot of things that should be considered before tanning. Follow the tips given below to achieve the perfect bronze glow:

Figure out Your Skin Type

The type of tanning procedure that you should go for will depend on your skin type. There are three main types of skin- fair, medium, and brown. You can have fair skin that burns very easily and does not tan at all. Chances are you also have blue eyes and blonde hair.

If you have a medium skin tone like Asian or Hispanic, you will tan easily and burn minimally. African skin is the safest for outdoor tanning as it has a lot of natural protection against the sun in the form of melanin. The skin naturally generates a lot of melanin in response to sunlight.

However, you do not need to be African to turn outdoors. If you are blessed with skin that tans easily and doesn’t burn much, then outdoor tanning is safe for you. However, if you have very fair skin that burns very easily, you might want to opt for a spray tan.

Buy the Right Product

As already mentioned, there are different types of spray tanning products— some come with bronzers, others don’t. If you have tattoos done, then you need to be extra careful about choosing the right tattoo tanning lotion.

These are special lotions formulated for protecting your tattoos as tattooed skin is more sensitive to UV rays and can fade away faster. Lotions containing tattoo colour protectants are a good option. Make sure that the product is safe for your skin.

Protect Your Skin

Protection is always essential, especially when turning outdoors. Even if you are not white and don’t burn easily, you should use sunscreen with SPF 50 or more to avoid any unpleasant damage to your skin.

Make sure the sunscreen provides enough protection against both UV-A and UV-B rays. Do not expose your private parts to the sun because they are not used to sunlight. Also, remember to use a lip balm with an equally protective SPF. Wear protective sunglasses to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays.

Use a Spray Tan

Do you have an event coming up where you want to bring on some glow? Then, spray time can be your best friend. Even a spray tan session of 5 minutes is enough to develop awesome results in 4 to 6 hours.

Some tanning lotions even produce results within as fast as 2 hours. Be sure to research the different types of tanning lotions like intensifiers, bronzers, and tingling lotions.

Exfoliate Well

If you are using a spray tan, then it is essential to exfoliate using a good pre-tan exfoliator to get rid of any debris and oils that might be clogged in the pores.

Anything on your skin can reduce the ability of the tanning product to penetrate the skin, which might lead to uneven results. A good exfoliator should not irritate your skin or damage it. It should be gentle yet effective.

Conclusion

Tanning in summer is the one trend that you cannot avoid. However, it is important to know your skin type before deciding on a tanning method so that you can choose the right product and achieve a flawless bronze glow. Indoor tanning is preferred for extremely fair skin, while outdoor tanning with protection can help you achieve a more natural look.