Tanning Lotion Research Paper

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Walk into any tanning salon anywhere and you'll most likely be greeted by a bronzed, attractive person who is more than willing to help. Also, don't be surprised when they ask if you'd like to buy a bottle of indoor tanning lotion. This is where the big up-sell begins.

Indoor tanning lotion? Aren't all tanning lotions created equal? You are about to find out this is not necessarily so.

First, indoor tanning lotions are products designed for specific tanning bed use. They differ from the many products on the market available for tanning au natural - under the sun - because these contain mineral oils that can cause damage to the acrylic substances used in tanning beds. In fact, indoor tanning lotions can be used outside, but not the other way around. Don't get caught trying to sneak in off the shelf supermarket bought tanning lotion.
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Many tanning salons have special arrangements for specific brands of tanning lotion that may limit your choice when using their service. Shopping online will allow you a vast array of different brands and types. This also allows you to compare prices and get the best deal around.

You first need to decide the type of indoor tanning lotion you need because in addition to many brands, these tanning lotions come in different types such as bronzers, tinglers and standard types that have none of the bronzer or tingle ingredients. Most people just grab what is cheapest, but it is in your best interest to figure out what kind of tan you are looking for and figuring out what your skin type is.

Bronzers are, by far, the most popular type because they help obtain a tan in the quickest time possible. Most people use tanning salon services because they want some added color even after an initial setting. Bronzing lotions contain ingredients that help accelerate the tanning