Best Sunless Tanner

There was an era when fair skin was considered to be top-notch (this is still the case with India). Nevertheless, then the times changed and with the influence of celebrities having an enviable sun-kissed and bronzed complexion and skin tone, sun kissed skin was looked upon as enchanting and exotic. Since then, the bronzed complexion has become a rage and the concept of fair and lovely has taken a back seat. Now the tanned color is in. But every time it is not possible to go to a sunny beach or likes for tanning. So, what options do we have to get a nice tan? Sit back and relax as sunless tanners, or what you can call as self tanning lotions and sprays are to your rescue. But which one is the best sunless tanner? Let us help you with that!

Top Sunless Tanner Lotions

Dihydroxyacetone (DHA)
According to the experts, the best sunless tanners in the market are those containing dihydroxyacetone (DHA) on the contrary to bleaching agent AHA (alpha hydroxy acids). When a person applies a tanning lotion, a chemical reaction between the DHA and the amino acids in the dead layer of the skin's surface takes place. This is how DHA containing self tanning lotion works.

Tyrosine
Another effective sunless tanning substance which is found in sunless tanning lotions or pills after DHA is tyrosine. These are basically tanning accelerators having tyrosine, an amino acid. Apparently, tyrosine stimulates and increases the melanin formation, speeding up the tanning process. These are used in combination with UV exposure.

Non-Permanent Bronzers
If you want a temporary sunless tanning or bronzing, perhaps you could go for non-permanent bronzers. These are available in all forms from powders to sprays to lotions and gels. Once applied, this can be removed without any hassle with soap and water. These stain a person's skin only till the time they are not washed off.

Apart from these lotions, there are tanning pills having canthaxanthin as the active ingredient. Actually, this is a common color additive in certain food. But there are doubts about its effectiveness. Seemingly after consuming the pill, canthaxanthin is deposited all over the body, not to mention the layer of fat below the skin. However, it is not exactly advised to use this as it may have serious side effects.

Melanotan hormone is a synthetic melanocyte-stimulating hormone analog, is another alternative which is being contemplated. All said and done a sunless tanner has to fulfill these things -

• First and foremost, it should give you a tan!
• It should not leave patches or streaks on your skin.
• It should look natural.
• Has to be proven to work and safe, preferably of a recognized brand.
• There should be no orange glow on your skin.

These are the benchmarks of a best sunless tanner. Moreover, if you want the best for fair skin, L'Oreal seems to be a good choice. L'Oreal's Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Gelee, which comes in a gel form, can give you a lovely tan, even if you have medium skin. Again, for men, L'Oreal is a good option along with Clinique Non-Streak bronzer for men and Neutrogena sunless tanning lotions as well. There are a number of sprays, too, which companies claim to have. But as far as men are concerned, sprays and foams are perfect as they can be applied in areas where there is hair growth.

Before Buying a Sunless Tanner
If you are looking for one which will dry quickly, go for one in the form of a mist. Moreover, buy a tanning lotion separately for your face and body. This will save your money as well as prevent your facial skin from getting harmed. Preferably, go for a tanning product which suits all the skin tones.

Just take care of these things and you would surely find the best very easily. Personally I feel you don't need to tan yourself if you are fair! That is what you have naturally got, so why change it? But if that's what you wish, well have a great tan!