Natural tanning oil

In the midst of summer holidays, most girls begin to think about protection from ultraviolet rays. As a rule, for a safe and quick tan, they buy advertised creams or sprays in stores and pharmacies. We do not recommend doing this. Their composition is too “chemical” and therefore harmful. Imagine what will happen to your skin under the influence of strong sunlight... The damage from them will increase even more!

In addition, studies have shown that the substances that make up sunscreens enter the bloodstream and then remain in people’s urine for a long time. Such creams and sprays provide very dubious protection. Yes, people can afford to lie in the sun a little more, but what in the end... The skin is still exposed to ultraviolet rays and turns red, just a few hours later. And what’s also interesting is that the number of cases of skin cancer in the world has not decreased since their appearance, but rather the opposite.

Better give preference to the soft sun (before 12:00 and after 16:00) and use truly safe natural remedies - natural oils.

For some, it will be a discovery that good natural oils have a protection factor against ultraviolet rays A and B types. Degree of protection natural oils have about 8 SPF.

Their use helps to obtain a lasting and even tan in a short amount of time. In addition, in addition to protecting the oils, they also moisturize and enrich the skin with useful microelements - thanks to this you will avoid many problems, including peeling of the skin.

Natural base oils for tanning

1. avocado,
2. jojoba,
3. cedar,
4. coconut,
5. sesame,
6. macadamia,
7. argan oil,
8. wheat germ oil,
9. rice

Using natural tanning oils

In the morning before tanning, the oil must be applied to the entire body and face. Once absorbed into the skin, it will moisturize and protect it throughout the day. Many people believe that there is no need to renew the oil after every bath, but to be on the safe side, do it a couple of times.



Focus on the condition of the skin; if it is “dry”, apply oil.

Applying natural oils will also be beneficial after sunbathing; the same oil that you used for tanning will do. This will save space in your suitcase.

Of the above base oils, coconut oil is worth highlighting. As you know, it can be refined (odorless) and unrefined (with a slight coconut aroma).

For safety and getting a beautiful tan, any will do, but it is still recommended to give preference to unrefined. This is explained by the fact that coconut oil is often counterfeited. How can you tell if it is natural or not? Just! Place the container with oil in a cool, dark place.

If it becomes hard and white, then it is real; if not, it is diluted. When heated, coconut oil becomes liquid again, but, importantly, does not lose its beneficial qualities.

Safe tanning rules

When using natural oils, do not forget about simple but very important rules so as not to get burned:

1. Do not sunbathe from 11:00 to 16:00. Many people neglect this advice, but it is an extremely important condition for getting a safe tan! The fact is that at this time the sun is very active, and getting a severe sunburn is not difficult, but this is very dangerous for the skin.

A safe period of time is considered to be before 11 and after 16 hours. Believe me, if you use natural oils, to get a beautiful, even skin tone, you will only need to sunbathe for 1-2 hours, so you don’t have to worry about not being in the sun enough. After a holiday at the seaside, you will return with stunning skin color

2. Always apply natural oil to your skin for protection, even if you are not going to sunbathe and sit in the shade. Exposure to ultraviolet rays does not stop even if the sun is behind the clouds.

3. It is not recommended to use products containing alcohol before tanning. They can cause age spots to appear. We also advise you to abandon antiperspirants and replace them with harmless and natural crystal deodorants.

4. Always wear a hat to avoid heat stroke. And to protect your hair from ultraviolet radiation and salt water, we recommend applying only 2 drops of base oil to it using a comb.

So, to get a beautiful tan you need: natural remedies and compliance with the rules to avoid sunburn.

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Tanned skin looks very attractive and practically never goes out of fashion. But UV rays have more than just health benefits. Excessive sunbathing can cause serious burns. To protect the skin, you need to use special products. A popular option is tanning oil.

Tanning oil: what is it and why is it needed?

It is the oil in the composition of tanning oil that is far from being in first place. It is not enough for high-quality protection against ultraviolet radiation. The product received its name due to its characteristic texture and consistency.

Tanning oil is popular due to its complex effects:

1. nourishing and softening the skin due to the presence of unsaturated fatty acids;
2. moisturizing and smoothing (the glossy film remaining on the surface of the skin prevents rapid loss of moisture and visually evens out the relief);
3. protection against sunburn, photoaging (most oils contain an SPF factor with a protection level of 10–50) and free radicals (due to the presence of vitamins A and E);
4. obtaining an even, intense tan (shiny oil, preventing ultraviolet radiation from penetrating too deeply, “attracts” the rays to the surface of the skin, which activates melanin synthesis).

The main disadvantage is comedogenicity. It is not recommended to apply oils to the face if you have oily skin - it can further aggravate the problems characteristic of it. And when using them, grains of sand and dust inevitably stick to the body.

Sunscreen is also popular among women. Compared to it, oil creates a more even layer on the skin, is easier and faster to apply and does not look like an unaesthetic whitish film on the body. But creams may have a better degree of protection (50 or more), they are mostly waterproof and more intensely soften dry, flaky skin. And if she is oily, fluids and gels are generally the only option for the face.

Therefore, it is impossible to say unequivocally which is better. Cosmetologists advise using the cream while the skin is not yet accustomed to the sun's rays. And the oil should be applied to an already slightly tanned body to acquire a more even and deep golden hue.

If you plan to sunbathe in a solarium, choose cosmetics designed specifically for this. The composition contains additional ingredients that allow you to get results in a short time - bronzers (skin darkens faster) and tingle effect (substances that activate blood circulation in tissues and stimulate melanin synthesis). Natural oils will not protect against the powerful radiation of ultraviolet lamps. Beach cosmetics can be used, but only if the SPF factor is low (up to 6–8). Otherwise, the tan will lie unevenly.

Tips for choosing oil

The main thing to consider is the SPF factor. How much protection you need is determined by your skin phototype:

1. Celtic (blonde or redhead with thin milky-white skin covered with freckles);
2. European Nordic (girls with light brown hair of different shades and pale pinkish skin);
3. Central European (beige-peach skin, as if already covered with a light tan, hair color - from light brown to dark chestnut);
4. Mediterranean (scorching brunettes with olive skin).

Consider age too. For women over 35, oil with additional nutritional ingredients and more intense protection is more suitable.

Rules for using the product

Tanning oil will give the desired effect only if used correctly:

1. Apply it to your face and body about half an hour before going out into the sun. The SPF factor takes time to take effect.
2. Renew the coating every 2-3 hours or every time leaving the water.
3. Do not leave the packaging in direct sunlight.
4. After the beach, be sure to take a shower. Do not get dressed without completely washing off the oil from your skin - stubborn greasy stains will remain.
5. Without regret, throw away the expired product - it will not protect against the sun, and may even provoke an allergic reaction, which will be further intensified by ultraviolet radiation.

Dry sunscreen oil

A popular form of tanning oil is dry oil. Visually, it does not differ from the usual one; you need to look for the inscription “dry oil” on the packaging.

Its main advantage is that the product is quickly (in 5-10 minutes) and completely absorbed, leaving no sticky film on the body or stains on clothes. The consistency of this oil is less dense, similar to water. The product is suitable even for oily skin - it does not clog pores or cause acne.

When using dry oil, you must remember safety precautions - avoid getting the product in your eyes, and do not spray it near an open flame.

Suitable base oils and their mixtures

Almost all basic cosmetic oils have a low SPF (up to 10), so they are not able to protect very fair skin and those who are just starting to tan. But the natural product is useful when it has already acquired a beautiful golden hue, providing not only protection, but also comprehensive care.

Which oils are suitable for sunbathers on the beach:

1. Coconut. It has a solid consistency and melts first. The texture of the oil is very dense, providing intense nutrition to the skin.

Video: coconut oil for tanning

Oils can be used not only in their pure form. Mix recipes:

1. Peach, olive and burdock oil in equal volumes. The composition is recommended for thin sensitive skin.
2. Flax seed and walnut oil in a 1:1 ratio. The first is very rich in fatty acids and vitamins, the second is a natural bronzer.
3. Sunflower, apricot and argan oil (about equal parts). The first two components are suitable for any skin type and age. Argan provides UV protection.

Video: DIY tanning oil

Products of popular brands

Tanning oils are available in a wide range of stores and pharmacies. They are produced by both luxury brands and those that produce mass market products.

Sunscreen tanning oil spray Ambre Solaire SPF15 Garnier

It is popular, not least because of its affordable price (400–500 rubles). Protection is provided by the Mexoryl XL filter system. Contains shea butter (intensively softens the skin, promotes its regeneration) and vitamin E (antioxidant).

The consistency is thick. A relative disadvantage is the rather “heavy” oriental aroma. Some even note that it attracts insects. The oil is absorbed well, without a sticky feeling, but it can stain clothes.

Oil Huile Solaire Soyeuse SPF 30 from Biotherm

Provides skin nutrition and softening, prevents peeling, relieves irritation. Effective against ultraviolet rays types A and B. Thanks to the presence of astaxanthin, it provides very powerful protection against photoaging. The SPF level is sufficient even for fair and sensitive skin.

The texture is quite light, the oil is quickly absorbed, but still a little sticky. The product is not even claimed by the manufacturer to be waterproof and requires frequent updating. The average price is 1200 rubles.

Dry Body Oil Monoi De Tahiti by Yves Rocher

The degree of protection is the lowest possible (SPF-2). The texture is very light, the oil is easy to apply, absorbs without feeling greasy, and does not leave stains. When applied, the product gives the skin a slight glow, rather than an unnatural shine, and provides a pronounced care effect.

The oil consists of 97% natural ingredients (coconut and sesame oil), does not contain parabens and mineral oils. A pleasant bonus is the very delicate aroma of tropical tiare flowers. The price on the manufacturer’s website is 690 rubles.

Huile-en-Brume Solaire Sun Care Oil Mist SPF30 from Clarins

An oil with a relatively high degree of protection, suitable for any skin and hair type. Declared by the manufacturer as water resistant. The texture is delicate, the oil seems to melt on the skin, leaving a non-sticky satin coating.

Protection against ultraviolet radiation, photoaging and dehydration is provided by SunPlant Complex, which includes plant extracts (senna, sycamore, olive, baobab, peas, aloe). The price on the manufacturer’s website is 2200 rubles.

Sun Beauty Satin Sheen Oil Fast Tan Optimizer by Lancaster

Oil only with physical filters (microparticles of mother-of-pearl and ruby, titanium dioxide) and SPF-30 protection level. Without alcohol and parabens, non-comedogenic. A good option for fair and sensitive skin. The oil is not sticky and gives a slight shine.

Glycerin and buriti oil intensively soften, antioxidants neutralize free radicals, Heliotan and BioTanning complexes activate melanin synthesis. The oil has a light tropical aroma. The official price is 1925 rubles.

Tan&Chick's Oil from Mixit

Helps to quickly get a pronounced and even tan. The texture of the oil is very delicate, it visually evens out the skin, giving it well-groomed appearance. The base is coconut, sweet almond and avocado oils. Esters of ylang-ylang, jasmine and sandalwood provide a lasting, pleasant, unobtrusive aroma and help maintain a tan for a long time. Extracts of pomegranate, acai, rosemary, yarrow, vitamin E increase the skin’s “stress resistance”, promote the removal of toxins, and work as antioxidants. The price on the brand’s website is 495 rubles.

Bronzing Dry Oil Spray Intensifier by Australian Gold

The base is carrot and sunflower seed oils, the product is additionally enriched with vitamins A and E. Helps restore skin moisture balance and quickly achieve a uniform, deep tan, imparts softness and silkiness (banana extracts and aloe vera juice). The oil can be applied to both the body and face.

The product is absorbed without feeling sticky or greasy. It also contains natural bronzers - the ColorBoost complex (black walnut shell extract, caramel, Annatto oil). Free from parabens and mineral oils. Price - from 2000 rubles.

Dior Bronze Beautifying Protective Oil Sublime Glow SPF15 from Dior

Suitable for any age and skin type. Protects against UVA and UVB rays and contains antioxidants to combat free radicals. The dispenser makes it easy to apply the oil. Its texture is almost weightless, melting, it is not felt on the skin, leaving a feeling of freshness. Reflective microparticles give the skin a light satiny glow and visually even out the relief. Tan Beautifier tan enhancer helps you quickly achieve a golden tan. Contains alcohol, healthy ingredients - sunflower and coconut oil, vitamin E. Price - from 2300 rubles.

Carrot + Nuts Oil from Health & Beauty

The product is suitable for men and women. Carrot seed oil provides effective UV protection. It has the highest SPF factor among natural oils. When applied to the skin, the product provides a quick and uniform tan of a beautiful shade, maintains its level of moisture, and deeply nourishes. A traditional component of Israeli cosmetics - Dead Sea minerals - have a tonic effect, restore and maintain skin turgor, and even out the relief. Price - about 1000 rubles.

Oil-shine Intense tan activator Bronzeada SPF 10 from Librederm

Effectively prevents photoaging, maintaining skin firmness and elasticity, and helps to quickly acquire an even tan. A product with a very light texture that does not leave greasy stains and prevents sand from sticking to the body. The oil is waterproof and does not contain dyes. In addition to the silicone complex, it contains vitamins A and E, oils (sweet almond, rosehip, sunflower, soybean), and jojoba wax. The price without discounts on the manufacturer’s official website is 915 rubles.

Video: personal opinion: rating of the best tanning oils

Tanning oil reviews

I had Garnier and Banana Boat last summer. First of all, the oil is not very pleasant because it is sticky. But it looks cool, the skin sparkles.

Icicle

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Carrot oil is good for tanning. Or nutty.

Heh

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For many years I have been using Garnier - an intense tanning oil. I'm very pleased. The skin does not dry out and the tan applies better. There are no stains anywhere.

Kexb

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Relatives from Italy suggested. Native Italians love themselves very much and don’t use bullshit. Recipe: 50 ml olive oil (preferably cold pressed), 50 ml baby oil after bathing, 20 ml water. The result is great. My skin is fair, does not tan very much, and often burns. The first two days I used protection 15 to prepare the skin, then for 4 days I used this mixture. I’m very pleased: the skin is smooth, shiny and the color is darker than when I was at sea for two weeks. Try it!

Alyonushka

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I used the oil at the end of my vacation, when I was already very tanned, and there was no big risk of burning. When it’s already kind of dark, but you want it to be “wow, how beautiful.” I just applied it without any cream. The skin shines from the oil - the tan sticks stronger, goes on faster and more evenly. The principle is the same here + hydration. Well, there is still some kind of protection from the harmful effects of the sun. But it cannot be applied to untanned skin. Burn immediately.

VitaMax

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I always get burned. And when the redness goes away, there is no tan. Last year I used oil and never got burned. The tan is great. I used Nivea.

Ksushe4ka

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Solid oil "Mango and shea butter" quick tan body butter from Floresan. Girls, this is just a bomb! Costs about 150–180 rubles. The tan fades quickly and the shade is beautiful! There is also SPF-6. You won't get burned. I'm happy as an elephant that I bought this butter.

Guest

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Last year I made my own oil: olive + jojoba + orange. Olive and jojoba - 1:1, and orange 20-30 drops. In total I got two hundred grams. I bought a bottle with a dispenser and poured it into it. I have never had such a beautiful tan, and it lasted a long time.

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Tanning oil helps protect your skin while sunbathing, significantly reducing the risk of sunburn while caring for your skin. You can use both natural base oils and ready-made products. There are quite a lot of such products available in different price categories; to find yours, you will have to try several options.

What woman doesn’t want to be the happy owner of a delightful, even golden tan that makes her body seductive? Unfortunately, store-bought products, despite their high cost, often disappoint our hopes and do not give the desired effect. If you're frustrated with all your many creams, sprays, and lotions, we recommend trying Nourishing Tanning Oil. It's cheap, effective and completely safe for the skin. In this article, we will look at all types of herbal and essential oils that will help you achieve a flawless tan.

Vegetable and essential oils for tanning

Unlike ready-made products, natural vegetable tanning oils not only help protect the skin and obtain an even shade, but also carefully care for the epidermis. You can evaluate their benefits yourself: there are no preservatives, flavors or stabilizers. Therefore, even girls with very sensitive skin can use the oil. Which one is the best?

You have a very wide choice: you can use any oil, be it regular sunflower oil or rare exotic one. It all depends on your skin type and the desired degree of tanning. Each oil has its own amazing and unique properties.

1. As base oils you can use olive, coconut, hemp, jojoba, peanut, rose hip, avocado, cedar, wheat germ, cocoa and many others.
2. If you have very sensitive skin, then you need a high protection oil that will prevent sunburn. Such properties are possessed by products obtained from plants accustomed to survive in harsh desert conditions, that is, cacti. Prickly pear seed oil, as well as pomace with extracts of aloe, agave and Kalanchoe, will do an excellent job of protecting the skin.
3. If you plan to additionally use essential oils for tanning, which will increase the degree of protection, then give preference to the following options: chamomile, lavender, myrrh, patchouli, hyssop, basil, sandalwood, geranium, rose and mint.
4. For a dark tan, use St. John's wort, walnut, Brazil nut and baobab oils. Sea buckthorn oil is also a powerful remedy.
5. Among the essential substances that contribute to an intense tan are turmeric oil, wild carrot seeds, lime, neroli, bergamot and green coffee.
6. Let us separately highlight carrot tanning oil, which will provide a very lasting and beautiful shade.

Tanning oil mixtures

For a quick, beautiful and safe tan, it is best to use a mixture of oils prepared by yourself. There are a huge number of options, but in this article we will only talk about the most successful combinations.

1. Mix walnut and rosehip oil in a ratio of 1:3 and leave the mixture for 3 days.
2. Combine pumpkin seed and walnut oils in a 2:1 ratio. You can add 10 drops of wild carrot, lavender and cypress esters.
3. If you burn very easily or have problems with skin pigmentation, then add 15 drops of lavender essential oil to any oil with an increased level of protection.
4. To moisturize the epidermis, use a mixture of jojoba and cedar, taken in equal proportions with the addition of rose and blue chamomile esters.

Skin protection products after sunbathing

After sunbathing, it is also best to use natural remedies prepared by yourself. Carefully selected combinations of substances will not only reduce the likelihood of sunburn, but will also restore skin moisture levels after aggressive exposure to ultraviolet rays.

1. Take 50 ml of jojoba oil as a base for the mixture, add 10 drops of lavender, blue chamomile and neroli esters.
2. A healing mixture on any base base, to which 2 drops of sandalwood, lavender and rosemary esters are added, will calm overheated skin.
3. A mixture of 15 ml of hazelnut oil, 10 ml of orange or tangerine juice, 5 ml of almond extract and 3 drops of wheat germ extract will help reduce the dryness of the epidermis and avoid the appearance of wrinkles after prolonged exposure to the sun.

Remember that ultraviolet radiation is very harmful in large quantities. If you get too carried away with a beach holiday, your skin will end up looking like parchment paper. The compositions described above will help prevent this cosmetic problem.

Carrot oil for a beautiful tan

Truly unique and very effective is the intense tanning oil obtained from carrots. This product can stimulate the process of melanin production and thereby fix a beautiful shade on the skin. In addition, the bright extract perfectly nourishes and moisturizes the epidermis, protecting it from scorching sun rays. Using this substance, you will get a chocolate tan.

Carrot oil can be purchased at a cosmetic store, pharmacy, or you can make it yourself. The second option is much better, since you will get a completely natural product. Every woman has regular butter and carrots at home. How to make orange extract? There are 2 ways.

1. Peel the carrots, grate them on a fine grater, put them in a small glass jar and fill them with oil. Cover tightly and place in direct sunlight. After 2 weeks have passed, filter the product and pour into a storage container.
2. The second method is much faster: place the mixture of viscous liquid and carrots in a water bath and heat at low temperature until the vegetable mass settles and the oil acquires a pleasant orange color.

This product can be used before tanning to protect the skin and after sunbathing to soothe, moisturize and protect the epidermis from aging.

Basic rules of use

For tanning oil to live up to your expectations, you need to use it correctly. There are some simple tips.

1. The day before applying tanning product, be sure to cleanse the skin of dead particles using any soft scrub. You can use folk remedies based on salt, coffee, oatmeal or brown sugar.
2. The product should be applied only to damp skin before and after tanning. For additional nutrition, you can use green tea instead of water, which is convenient to apply with a spray bottle.
3. After this you can go to the beach. If this is your first time using the oil, limit your time in the sun to 10 minutes. On subsequent trips you can linger a little under the warm rays.
4. The same essential oil should not be used continuously for more than three weeks. After 21 days, it is recommended to take a short break or change the healing substance.
5. It is better to apply any oil an hour and a half before sunbathing, waiting until it is completely absorbed.

What product to choose for tanning in a solarium?

Not every product is suitable for tanning in a solarium. In order not to harm the skin, it is better to choose cosmetics designed specifically for these purposes. You can use natural tanning oils in a solarium. They are completely safe and provide gentle care. Excellent options are grape and peach seed oils, avocado or olive oils, as they perfectly moisturize the skin. But more often they use combinations of different extracts: basic, essential and enriched with vitamins.

1. You can use coconut oil as a base for the mixture; it perfectly fixes the chocolate shade.
2. For tanning in a solarium, esters of chamomile, ylang-ylang, cypress and rose are effective. Extracts from citrus fruits, cloves, cinnamon and cumin are best avoided.
3. To make the product even more useful, you can enrich the composition with liquid vitamins. It is enough to add just one capsule to 100 ml of oil.
4. You need to use the product twice: before and after solarium. If you don't like the greasy feeling on your skin, you can turn the oil into an emulsion by diluting it in equal proportions with water. It is more convenient to apply the substance using a spray bottle. Be sure to shake the emulsion before each use.
5. A little advice: if you want to get the most even tan, start using the oil a few days before your planned visit to the solarium. A pleasant bonus will be a sufficient level of skin hydration after systematic use of the healing product.
6. Before using a new oil, be sure to do an allergy test. If your skin reacts negatively to the substance, you should not use it in a solarium.

In this article, we told you about oils for a beautiful tan and taught you how to prepare a wide variety of mixtures. As you can see, nature has everything we need to maintain beauty, youth, charm and attractiveness. In conclusion, we invite you to watch an educational video on how to maintain a tan using oils.