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• Steps
• Method 1 of 2: Method One: Enjoy the Sun
• Method 2 of 2: Method Two: Apply a tan to your skin
• Tips
• Warnings

First, apply sunscreen. Then lie down in the sun. After about 45 minutes, apply more sunscreen. People look beautiful when they tan - tanning gives skin a warm glow, masks imperfections and helps colored items look more expressive. A beautiful tan can be tricky - worry about UV rays, avoid unsightly orange spots, and be mindful of light streaks. With your knowledge and foresight, you can overcome any obstacle and get the tan you've dreamed of. And we'll show you how to do it. Follow these simple steps and get a radiant tan in no time!

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Method One: Enjoy the Sun

1. 1 Choose your UV source. For ultraviolet tanning, nothing beats the good old sun. If the time of year or the weather does not allow you to sunbathe in the sun, then a tanning bed is an effective year-round alternative for maintaining a slightly bronze complexion.
   • Know when to stop - skin that looks beautiful will cease to look like human skin if you stay “in the oven” for too long.
2. 2 Moisturize your skin. Well-hydrated skin will tan better than dry and dusty skin. Before you properly prepare your skin for tanning, do the following:
   • While showering, exfoliate dry, dead skin cells by gently exfoliating with a washcloth, washcloth, scrub, or exfoliating product.
   • Moisturize your skin with a lotion containing sodium PCA. It is a natural component of human skin that helps keep the epidermis healthy and works by drawing moisture from the air.
   • Apply an appropriate level of sunscreen to your skin. If you have fair skin, use a lotion with a higher SPF level than those with darker skin. Regardless of your skin type and how tanned you are, always use a sunscreen with an SPF level of at least 15.
   • If you are going to swim, make sure you have a waterproof sunscreen, or reapply it to your skin after being in the water. If you are not swimming, apply sunscreen as directed on the package - usually every couple of hours.
3. 3 Be sure to use sunscreen when sunbathing! If you are going to just lie on the beach and sunbathe for about an hour, apply a cream with an SPF of 4 to 15, depending on how light your skin type is and how tanned you are.
   • If you don't use sunscreen when you sunbathe, UV rays can harm your skin, even if you are not sunburned!
   • Use lip balm the same way you use sunscreen. Ideally, you should apply sunscreen in the shade and let it soak for 20-25 minutes before going out in the sun. If necessary, reapply the cream after bathing if it is not waterproof, or reapply it every couple of hours as directed on the package.
   • If you notice redness on your skin, hide in the shade - you are already burned, and if you continue to bake in the sun, this will only aggravate the burn and increase the likelihood of serious damage to the skin.
4. 4 Strip for a successful tan. If you don't want a patterned tan, wear the swimsuit you wear when you go swimming! If you wear the same swimsuit, then you will have a smooth, even tan all over your skin to the swimsuit.
   • Take off your swimsuit if you can. The only thing that can be better than the minimum of light stripes is the absence of light stripes!
5. 5 Find your place in the sun. You can sunbathe in your own backyard, on the beach, or wherever the sun is shining. All you need is sun lotion, water, and a lounger or towel.
   • Place a lounger or towel in a place where the sun will fully hit your skin.
6. 6 Move when you sunbathe. Think of the grilled chicken. To get the same beautiful, even bronze color, you have to spin. Front, back, sides, and where the sun's rays do not always reach, such as the armpits. Or lie on your back one day and on your stomach the next.
   • If you do not want to lie down all day, but still want a beautiful tan, the alternative could be a long run or just walking. So you will not only tan, but you will also keep your body in good shape all the time. Om-Nom-nom!
7. 7 Protect your eyes. They can burn out too. When sunbathing, it is better to wear a hat or just close your eyes than to wear sunglasses. The bright light striking the optic nerve stimulates the hypothalamus, which in turn produces melanin, which contributes to a deeper tan.
8. 8 Get hydrated! Make sure you drink enough water. You can hop into the pool from time to time to cool off. Don't worry, it won't hurt your tan in the slightest degree. Remember to reapply sunscreen afterwards.
9. 9 After tanning, moisturize your skin. Use an aloe-based lotion to soothe and moisturize your skin. This will help keep it healthy and prevent peeling and sun drying.

Method 2 of 2: Method Two: Apply a tan to your skin

1. 1 Give up the sun. If your skin is too light, or you burn easily, or want to minimize harm to your health, then sunbathing may be the worst choice. You will not know you are burned until you are burned and the damage has already been done.
2. 2 Do it yourself. There are many brands of products that will give you a smooth, even tan.
   • As directed, apply the lotion or spray evenly, making sure to cover the entire skin. Your best bet is a non-comedogenic lotion that won't clog your pores.
   • Unless you have super-long or super-flexible arms, you will have to ask a friend to help you apply the lotion on your back.
3. 3 Forget your biases. Visit a tanning studio and get an even tan. In just a few minutes, they will professionally apply self-tanning all over your body.
4. 4 Read what is written on the package. Before giving your money, read reviews for both this product and the service - stay away from self-tanning products that will turn you orange.

Tips

• If you get burned, be sure to use aloe vera lotion. It will heal burns and moisturize your skin!
• When sunbathing, be sure to turn over on different sides so that there are no light spots on the skin when you put on your favorite dress, going to prom or on a date.
• Aloe vera helps soothe and relieve sunburn quickly.
• When tanning, make sure your glasses don't leave circles around your eyes.
• Are you sunbathing naked? Be careful when exposing new areas to direct sunlight. You don't want to get burned “there”.
• Aloe Vera can be used as an after-sun lotion and / or as a soothing and burn-relieving agent.
• Apply more lotion to areas of redness. This will help them tan.
• Spend a little time in the sun at first, say 10 minutes a day for sensitive skin. If there are no problems, you can increase the time spent in the sun. In case of red spots or itching, take a break and do not sunbathe for several days.
• Apply more lotion to shoulders, face, ears and feet, and areas that have not yet been exposed to the sun.
• Bright skin? Do not use baby oil - you will burn.
• Rubbing vinegar on burns will relieve the heat and make you feel better, but it will smell funny. So don't use it before heading out to a meeting, a date, a long drive in a hot car, or just before talking to people.
• If you are going to sunbathe for the first time, do not stay in the sun for too long.
• It takes time, so don't expect to see results on the first day.
• If you go for a fake tan that is safer and looks like a real tan, find one that will definitely not make you orange.
• Wear clothes that show off your tan. If you are not tanned, wear dark greens, blues and purples. If you have a moderate tan, wear black or white to highlight your tan. If you have achieved the skin tone you want and you tanned well, wear any color.
• If you get sunburn, try using olive oil and iodine, or 100% cocoa butter, and stay out of the sun for a few days. This will help you get a good tan in the end.
• Do not go to the solarium! It damages the skin and can cause skin cancer!

Warnings

• Remember to drink plenty of water during and after sunbathing. If your skin is burning, use after-sun lotion to cool it down, as the shower can tingle if you burn yourself.
• Watch out for moles, changes in their color or shape.
• Sunburns can be of any form, from mild to moderate. If you get severe burns, see your doctor.
• Prolonged sun exposure and exposure to ultraviolet radiation can lead to skin cancer, the worst form of which is called melanoma. It is safer to use a self-tanner. If you want to get a tan and are not afraid to turn a little orange, then you can save your life.
• As people become more aware of the health risks associated with sunburn, they may begin to realize that fair skin is just as attractive as dark skin. Be yourself and people will accept you for who you are, regardless of your skin color.
• Tanning beds, like other forms of UV exposure, can be dangerous, especially if you use them for an extended period of time.
• Daily tanning not good for your health!
• If you stay in the sun for too long, you can get heatstroke.
• Do not take suntan tablets. Many cases of crystallization of precipitation of certain substances of these tablets in the eyes are known. This fallout can lead to blindness.
• People with naturally pale skin cannot tan well! Instead, try a moisturizing self-tanner. It will look natural and not too orange or bronze.