[compareomatic id="5"]
Accelerator tanning lotions sometimes called tanning promoters, are products that can help speed up the tanning process. They aim to give you more color with less time spent in the sun or in the tanning booth. They are designed to increase the natural production of melanin. Melanin is a pigment protein produced by the skin when exposed to ultraviolet rays. It is solely responsible for making skin more tan and the more melanin your skin produces the darker your skin will become.
There are a variety of tan accelerator lotions to choose from and most contain psoralen or tyrosine. Psoralen is extracted from citrus oil and other plant substances, and is found in such citrus fruit as limes. Tyrosine is also a building block for melanin, but its use in this capacity has not been as well researched or documented. The FDA has not approved psoralen or tyrosine so keep this in mind before use. Tanning accelerator lotion is usually sold as either topical lotions or pills.
Whether you choose a lotion or a pill, keep your skin in good condition, and keep it from drying out by moisturizing daily. When choosing an accelerator tanning lotion look for other ingredients such as Aloe Vera and Vitamin E, both of which are important in preventing wrinkles and keeping the skin hydrated and smooth. The lotion lasts as long as your top skin layer is intact. When the skin sheds, you will have to reapply so that your new skin layer can look as good as the old one. You have to be careful that you apply the tanning lotion accelerator sprays and creams evenly on your skin. This will prevent blotches and patches once you are finished tanning.
Tan accelerator lotion is available in four categories, I to IV. Categories I and II are suitably used on light skin. They can also be used by people whose skin does not tan easily. Categories III and IV are good for those who have a tanned skin. Read all of the directions and be familiar with the ingredients on the label. The results of tanning bed accelerator lotions tend to vary from person to person. The sun has many beneficial health effects, but only a moderate sun exposure is recommended. If used cautiously, tanning accelerators are probably safe to use.
