The Spray-On Tan

A spray-on product is most likely to ensure even and complete coverage.

Having a golden tan all year long is not only attractive but lifts the spirits, especially for people living in cold or wet climates. Seeing a deep brown tan in the mirror can increase morale and warm the heart even at 20 below zero. Tanning beds, whether used in salons or at home, have made the year-round tan possible for many people, but they are not risk free. While the risks might be slight, exposure to UVB rays can still increase damage to the skin and contribute to the onset of skin cancer.

As a result, thousands of people have discovered a completely safe way to get the tanned look: sunless tanning products such as the spray-on tan, mousses, lotions, and gels. A spray-on product is most likely to ensure even and complete coverage. A smooth, even application is in fact the main advantage of the spray-on tan. Lotions may be the most difficult to apply evenly, yet an even application is required for them to look good. Spray-on products are widely available from sunless tanning product manufacturers.

Spray-on products show no or few streaks and tan lines. They provide better coverage in hard-to-reach places such as the upper back. Most sunless tanning products, but the spray-on variety in particular, require little hands-on application. This is an advantage because the active ingredient in self-tanning products, dihydroxyacetone (DHA), will dye the palms and get under the fingernails. It can be hard to clean off; after all, it’s formulated to stay!