Self- tanning for the face can be an excellent alternative to a natural tan under the sun and tanning in a solarium. At the same time, the skin will acquire a beautiful swarthy tint, without suffering from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation. However, these drugs have their own characteristics, which must be taken into account, so as not to cause harm to the skin. Let's try to figure out how to choose and how to use auto tanning for the face.
Types of self-tanning for the face
According to the consistency and form of release, the following types of self-tanning for the face are distinguished:
- self-tanning cream - characterized by a more lasting result, but requires more time for application; it is better to use for dry and normal skin;
- self-tanning spray - easy to use, quickly absorbed, evenly applied;
- self-tanning lotion (or lotion) for the face - has a lighter texture, it is easy to apply and quickly absorbed; an ideal tool in the summer and for oily skin;
- napkins-auto-tanning - a road variant for an instant result and for correction of the tint of the tan on the face.
In addition, autosunburns differ in the intensity of the shade: light, medium, dark. That is, they contain a colorant in various concentrations.
How to apply self-tanning on the face?
Self-tanning is applied to the face as follows:
- It is good to cleanse the face, preferably with a soft scrub. Dry with a towel.
- Remove hair from your face with a rim, put on your hands protective gloves and apply the product on your face. The cream is applied by the fingers in a circular motion, the spray is sprayed and rubbed, and the lotion is applied with the help of a sponge. It is desirable to apply self-tanning quickly at a time and always with a uniform layer. In this case, the eye and eyelids should be avoided.
- To avoid the "mask effect", after applying the product, apply a thin layer of moisturizer on the hair growth line.
- Next, you should let the auto-tan be absorbed. Depending on the type of product, this may take several minutes to several hours.
How to wash off the self-tanning from the face?
Autosunburn is gradually washed off the skin naturally, but if you need to get rid of it urgently, you can use one of the ways:
- Make a steam bath for a person for 3 to 5 minutes, and then use a scrub.
- Use a makeup remover with alcohol.
- Make a face mask with white clay and sour cream.
- Wipe your face with lemon juice, diluted in half with water.
Is it harmful for the face?
If you compare the use of autosunburn with the influence of ultraviolet, then autosunburn is unambiguously less harmful to the skin. But nevertheless, self-tanning, as well as other synthetic cosmetic products, can lead to an allergic reaction. And with prolonged use, the skin is overdried, which is due to the alcohol content in this product. Thus, before using a self-tanning on the face, you need to hold a test on your wrist. You also need to periodically rest your skin from this remedy.
Which self-tanning lotion is better?
In general, you can choose the best self- tanning lotion for yourself only by trial and error, because the skin is all individual, and you can find out how exactly this or that remedy is possible only after direct application. Let's consider some popular manufacturers of autosunburns and opinions about them consumers.
- Yves Rocher - most notes that the funds of this manufacturer are easy to apply, without leaving a greasy shine; however, they are more suitable for light-skinned and quickly washed off.
- Garnier - the product for the face comes in the form of a spray, requires a certain skill at drawing, because quickly absorbed.
- Eveline - self-tanning is well applied, does not give a yellow shade, but because of the dense texture it is better not to use for oily skin.
- Clinique - means do not clog pores, but the shade can turn out to be dark.
- L'Oreal - many consumers like the means of this manufacturer, but some note their rich smell.