Skin tanning is the process whereby the skin is darkened which can be caused by UV from sunlight. Your skin can be tanned artificially or naturally.
Artificial tanning of skin can be done through tanning beds and tanning lotions, no exposure to the sun is needed here.
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Tan Your Skin Fast
If you want to tan your skin fast I think you have to go about it the artificial way instead of sunbathing, in this article I'll give you steps on how to tan your skin both ways.
Here are steps on how to tan your skin naturally.
Exfoliate your skin:
Before tanning, you need to exfoliate your skin to remove dead pores.
Apply coconut oil or pomade:
coconut oil helps the process of tanning to be faster. Use your sunscreen to block Ultraviolet radiation, you can also cover your body with a full ounce of sunscreen, by applying sunscreen in a circular motion to prevent discoloration of the skin, wrinkles, and skin burns.
Frequently change position:
to avoid having burns on your skin while tanning, change position every 5 to 10 minutes in your tanning process. When tanning change of position is very necessary because you don't want to have part of your body tanned and the other not tanned, be sure to raise your arms your legs, and lay back and front for you to be tanned properly, when you start feeling dizzy from this process it advisable to leave the sun.
Eat food containing beta carotene:
Beta carotene is a pigment that gives plants color, food that has this pigment improves the skin appearance, and the reason for tanning skin is to improve your skin appearance. When you eat a meal that enhances your skin and gives your skin color the result you get after tanning becomes desirable. Examples of food that contains beta-carotene are; oranges, carrots, spinach, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, etc. Be sure to eat healthy if you want your skin tanned perfectly
Use oil with natural SPF: never use oil that does not contain sun protection factors. Some natural oils with SPF factors are; Arizona sun tanning oil, sun bum browning oil, etc. SPF is a sun protection factor, before you get set for tanning your skin after exfoliating your skin you need to apply natural oil that has SPF for better results, your sunscreen cannot do it alone so oil with SPF acts as a helping hand.
Don't stay out longer than your skin can create melanin: people make this mistake because you want your skin tanned does not mean you should stay in the sun all day. The skin varies, and because Miss A stayed under the sun for one hour does not mean Miss B can do the same. According to Healthline" After 2 to 3 hours, your skin won't get darker in a certain day and you put your skin at risk"
Eat food containing high lycopene: red fruit and vegetables contain lycopene, although not all. fruit that contains high lycopene are; red carrot, tomatoes, watermelon, red cabbage, papaya, grapefruit, etc food containing lycopene prevent skin discoloration, texture changes, and so on, it also repairs damaged collagen in the skin.
Choose tan Time: know the right time to tan your skin. time matters when tanning it is best to tan when the sun isn't so much.
Choose what you wear: while tanning your skin it is preferred and advisable for you to wear strapless too so you can tan without lines.
Seek shade at intervals to avoid burns. You don't want to be sunburned instead of tanned, because you want to be tanned doesn't mean you should stay directly under the sun, don't go directly under the sun when you are about to tan due to skin risk factors.
Preparation before tanning: preparation is everything before you go out to tan so your tanning can last long. here is some exfoliating oil you can use to prepare your skin before tanning.
Skinny Tan pre-primer, dead skin collection salt body scrub, dove exfoliating body polish body scrub, etc.
Another way to tan your skin fast is by using sunscreen and coconut oil, trust me within the space of one day your skin is all tanned and good to go. Here is the process;
Apply the sunscreen on your skin
Apply the coconut oil or pomade on your skin in a circular motion.
Then come out not directly under the sun for six hours.
You can also tan fast without the sun through the use of tanning beds and tanning lotions.( Artificial method of tanning).
Statistics show that 75 percent of people who tan their skin prefer not going through sunlight.
So if you prefer tanning artificially here is a guide for you.
How to Tan Your Skin Without Going Through Sunlight
Prep your skin; before you use your artificial tanning, you have to take your bath before the process, shave, exfoliate your skin and dry yourself well.
Remove your pieces of jewelry
Take off your makeup
What to wear; since it is an artificial tanning method it is best for you to go nude for better results.
Protection; of course, you are going to protect your sensitive areas such as your eyes and other delicate parts through the use of tanning goggles.
Note: when tanning artificially repeats the process 2-3 times daily for better skin tone.
The image below shows skin before tanning and after tanning👇
Natural tanning 👇
Useful video link on how to tan is below 👇
