joel schlessinger md - faq the perfect sunless tan

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Joel Schlessinger, MD FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PERFECT SUNLESS TAN Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546 or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.

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Joel Schlessinger MD offers tips on how to achieve the perfect sunless tan. Find the advice you need on self-tanning products and the discover the perfect products to meet your needs. For more dermatology advice and articles, check out Dr. Joel Schlessinger's blog: http://drjoelschlessinger.com/.

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  • 1. FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS ABOUTTHE PERFECTSUNLESS TANJoel Schlessinger, MDInterested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 2. Why should I use a sunless tanner?Its no secret that overexposure to the suns rays isdamaging to skin. Any change in the color of your skinis a sign of damage from ultraviolet radiation. Withrepeated exposure to UV rays, either from the sun ortanning beds, you are at a much higher risk for skincancer and premature aging. Sunless tanners give youthat sun-kissed color without sacrificing your skinshealth.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 3. Step 1: ExfoliateExfoliation is crucial to getting the bestresults from your self tanning lotion. Use abody scrub to exfoliate dry skin and reveal afresh, smooth layer of skin. Pay extraattention to areas that are frequentlyexposed and particularly dry, like elbows,knees and feet.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 4. ExfoliateDr. Joel Schlessinger likes Jan MariniBioglycolic Resurfacing Body Scrub toexfoliate. Safe for use on sensitive skin,this body scrub combines glycolic acidand polished granules with botanicalextracts to gently smooth, moisturizeand soothe your skin.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 5. Step 2: ShaveDont forget to shave before applyingsunless tanner. Shaving immediately afteryou bronze will ruin your faux glow. Waita day or two before shaving or waxingagain to preserve your tan and avoidirritation.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 6. Step 3: Choose your self tannerIf youre starting from scratch, agradual self tanning lotion willprovide a more natural-lookingshade of bronze. If youre lookingfor a quick golden glow, opt for asaturated towelette. Within an houror two, youll develop a deep, richtan.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 7. Gradual self tannersDr. Joel Schlessinger recommendsJane Iredale Tantasia Self Tanner.Safe to use on face and body,Tantashia gradually builds a naturaltan while moisturizing your skin. Itcan be applied daily until your skinhas a golden tan.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 8. Quick self tannersDr. Joel Schlessinger likes Dr.Dennis Gross Alpha Beta GlowPad for face and Tantowels forbody. Both towelettes gentlyexfoliate while bronzing for astreak-free application. For asunless tan that washes away, tryToo Faced Royal Oil Body Bronzer.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 9. Scented self tannersScented self tanners offer asun-kissed tan with anenjoyable scent. Dr. JoelSchlessinger recommends theXen-Tan line for a natural glowwith a pleasant aroma.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 10. Step 4: Apply smoothly for a streak-free sunless tanStart with your feet and work your way up to avoid anycreases from bending over. Spread the product evenly ontoclean, dry skin using broad strokes in all directions. Byapplying the lotion in a fluid motion, youll ensure that yourecovering all areas. You can also use gloves to protect yourpalms from soaking up all the color.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 11. Step 5: Wash your handsA common beginners mistake whenapplying self tanner is forgetting towash your hands. Dont forget towash off any remaining lotion withsoap and water, making sure toscrub the tops of your hands and inbetween your fingers as well.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 12. Step 6: Clean up streaksIts easy to make mistakes when applying selftanning lotion, so dont worry about theoccasional streak. For a quick fix, exfoliate anyskin that is a shade too dark. This will helpclean up streaks or areas where your sunlesstan looks unnatural.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 13. Step 6: Maintainyour sunless tanTo keep up your faux glow,reapply self tanning lotion everyother day. Self tanning towelettescan be reapplied once a week. Itsimportant to keep your skinmoisturized as well.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 14. Dont forget sunscreenRemember to always use a broadspectrum sunscreen when exposed tothe sun. LovelySkin.com has a wideselection of sunscreens recommendedby Dr. Joel Schlessinger. Sunless tannerscannot replace a good sunscreen. Mostsunless tanning products do not have anSPF and will not protect your skin fromthe suns damaging UVA and UVB rays.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 15. Are self tanners safe?Recent studies show that the active chemical in sunless tanningspray, DHA, has the potential to cause gene mutations. The FDA hasapproved DHA for external use, so rubbing self-tanner lotion, creamor foam onto your body is currently considered safe.A spray tan is still safer than a tanning bed, Dr. Joel Schlessingersaid in a recent blog post. If you get a spray tan, be sure to followthe FDA guidelines: wear a nose plug, eye protection, Vaseline onyour lips, and underwear.Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.
  • 16. Heres how you can find outmore about Dr. Joel Schlessinger:- Facebook http://www.facebook.com/drjoelschlessinger- Twitter http://www.twitter.com/drschlessinger- Blogs http://drjoelschlessinger.com/ http://drjoelschlessinger.wordpress.com/Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/SunlessTan to browse all our sunless tanning products.