Light colored nylon fabrics are definitely in danger, and I have the bathmat to prove it. Avoid wearing light colored nylon fabrics after applying sunless tanners. Wool is also supposed to be at risk, but I haven't confirmed this. Other light colored fabrics may stain slightly but the stains should wash out. The arrival of Coppertone Endless Summer and Bain de Soleil Radiance Eternelle have changed the situation, however.

Long exposure to water, with or without chlorine, will fade your sunless tan. An expert explained to me what happens: your outer skin cells will start to soak up water, and that dilutes the effect of the sunless tan. The longer you are in the water, the worse it will be. Using sunless tanners regularly over a period of time will saturate the skin better and the sunless tan will hold up longer in water, but it will still be affected.

No. Well, just a little bit. A medical study showed that sunless tanners might provide up to an SPF 2 or SPF 4 degree of protection. And, unlike sun screen, this protection will not be diminished by sweat or swimming. But it's not enough to get by on. You must use sun screen.

This is a delicate question and the answer should be "no". But our skin has certain protective mechanisms that become active whenever our skin is exposed to sun light. One is pigmentation which is caused by melanin and the other is the thickening of the epidermis and horny layer of the skin. However these mechanisms occur only after chronic light exposure and cannot fully remove the chances of getting a sunburn or cause other skin reactions due to UV radiation.

Generally, salons will recommend their clients wear garments that are loose and dark in color after an application. However, Aviva Labs' solutions dry quickly and are water-based so they rarely transfer to clothing or bed sheets. If any color does get transferred to clothing, it can be easily washed in a normal cycle and will not stain. Aviva Labs' sunless tanning solutions are very different from any others on the market. You can see and feel the difference on the skin.

Although not all of these suggestions need to be followed, for best results prepare by doing the following:

A Yes! What's the catch you may ask? While we at Chocolate Sun feel there are no catches, we would like to touch briefly on some common sunless tanning observations, experiences, and questions we have had from our clients.

You should use a moisturizer regularly to keep your skin hydrated and healthy, which will contribute to a more even, natural-looking sunless tan. However, it is recommended NOT to apply moisturizers 2 hours prior to self tanning and 4 to 6 hours afterwards. A moisturizer applied immediately prior to self tanning could interfere with the reaction of the DHA (the active self tanning ingredient) with your skin.

The longevity of a sunless tan depends on the type of self tanning application, the skin's natural exfoliation process, and on the skincare regimen followed before and after application. On average, self tanners last 4-7 days. A professionally application, i.e. a sunless tan received at a salon or spa, will last longer than an at-home application as there is usually a greater percentage of DHA used. The "life span" of a sunless tan also depends on your skin's natural exfoliation.

Aviva Labs sunless tan will usually last 5-8 days. To maximize the life of the tan, thoroughly exfoliate thoroughly using Aviva Labs Exfoliant prior to application and moisturize generously with the Aviva Labs Moisturizing Cr?me each day after the application. Absolutely. If your client has very fair skin (Skin type 1), and always burns in the sun and therefore has never been able to tan, they can achieve a sunless tan. With Aviva Labs 8% DHA solution, it will look terrific.

There are no ingredients in the Hydromol range that will stain clothing. So it is safe to use Hydromol under clothes.

Turbo Tan Sunless Tanning Spray is a spray that gives your skin a naturally looking tan within minutes.

DHA reacts with proteins. As hair is a protein, it can discolor some hair types if it penetrates the hair follicles. Those with light hair, such as blonde, white, or grey hair should take extra precautions. It is recommended you wear a protective hair cap, provided by most salons, to ensure protection from discoloration. Make sure the forehead, ears, and hairline are exposed.

Although you may feel and look like you have a real tan, a sunless tan is only the temporary appearance of a tan and therefore provides your skin with no real sunburn protection. It is absolutely necessary you wear a sunscreen when outdoors to protect your skin from burning.

While it is formulated to wash out with regular laundry detergent, you are encouraged to wear older clothes to the tanning session.

OxyAction MAX has been extensively tested and does not stain clothes, when used accordingly to directions.

No, Lederbalsam will not leave any stains on your clothes. It gets absorbed into leather and conditions it.

The Healthy Edible bones have natural flavors that could possibly stain lighter colored carpet, but some will not. Your best bet is to watch your dog when trying a new Healthy Edible flavor to determine if the new flavor will leave marks on your carpet.