Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, but luckily, people are learning to take more precautions when it comes to the sun’s harmful rays. There are more sunless tanning options than ever, making the switch to sunless tanning easier than ever.
Spray Tanning
Celebrities have been in on this secret for a while now. The sun ages your skin, which is the last thing the youth-obsessed people of Hollywood want. Celebrities have set the trend when it comes to spray tanning, getting their fake tan on for an event or a photoshoot. Most tanning salons offer professional spray tanning sessions, but you can also save some money by doing it yourself. Most drugstores sell bottles of spray tan for half the price of a salon session. Spray tans only last a few days, which makes them the perfect sunless tanning option for a special event.
Gradual Self-Tanning Lotion
For those who want a longer-lasting tan, gradual self-tanning lotions are the way to go. Now available in gel and mousse forms as well, gradual self tanners are all the rage in the world of sunless tanning. Replace your daily lotion with self-tanning lotion/gel/mousse and apply daily to build up a natural looking tan.
Bronzers
For a more low-maintenance option, choose tinted moisturizers or brush-on bronzing powders to achieve a golden glow. Bronzers come in all different shades for different skin types and wash off easily.
Carotenoid-Rich Diet
It’s possible to achieve a natural glow that mimics a tan through a carotenoid-rich diet. Carotenoids are powerful antioxidants that increase the production of melanin, which is responsible for changing the color of your skin. Indulge in orange and red foods, such as carrots, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, squash, pumpkin, and red peppers, as they are the richest in Carotenoids.
