Completely charged and full of energy, you slide open the door of the cabin in your favorite tanning studio. You throw back a glass of cold water, thank the employee and walk towards your car. The smell of coconut and other tropical fruits dance around you. Some people love it and others prefer to wash off the used sunbed cream as quickly as possible in the shower. But is that actually such a good idea? Will you lose your tan? Was the tanning bed all for nothing? We'll explain it to you.
Brown color ''wash away''
You don't wash off your tan while showering. The actual pigmentation is in your skin and not on your skin. It's not surprising at all that you feel like you're washing off your tan in the shower. Sunbed creams often contain a cosmetic bronzer, which gives the cream a dark color. The effect can be compared to a foundation on your skin, which immediately gives you a tan. You wash this cosmetic bronzer off while showering. If you have used a sunbed cream, we recommend checking which other bronzers it contains. In some cases it is advised not to shower immediately after sunbathing.
DHA Bronzer and showering
Every tanning consultant recommends using a sunbed cream. That is not without reason, because this tanning cream has a very positive effect on your tanning result and on the care of your skin. In addition to a cosmetic bronzer, the tanning cream may also contain other bronzers, such as a DHA bronzer. This is the strongest type of bronzer that attaches to your proteins. DHA is a ketosis sugar molecule that reacts to certain proteins in the top layer of the skin. This reaction quickly creates a visible brown color on the skin. DHA is also often used in self-tan products, because this reaction also takes place without UV light. Your tan continues to develop for 4 to 8 hours after your sun session. For optimal tanning results, it is therefore recommended not to shower immediately after using a DHA bronzer. One of our favorites with DHA: White 2 Black Coconut and Nothing but Black.
Skin care
Are you using a DHA-free product? Then you can in principle take a shower straight away. It is just a shame to immediately rinse away all the good ingredients in the sunbed cream. These ingredients also all have an effect on the skin. Like the Color me Coco , this cream is packed with nourishing and moisturizing ingredients. So just wait a while before showering. Plop down on the couch, close your eyes and enjoy the tropical scents while fantasizing about your favorite holiday destination. Always use a moisturizing moisturizer or body lotion after showering. This not only cares for your skin, but also ensures that your tan lasts longer.
Do you also want to sunbathe prepared? In our webshop you will find different types of sunbed creams and aftercare products perfect for your skin! View our range here sunbed creams .
