There are many advantages of getting a nice tan: you look well and thin, your cellulite is hidden and you feel confident.

A base tan is a good choice if you have a special event or you are going to have a trip.

A good base tan without getting burned can be achieved following 10 indoor tanning steps. Besides, you can get a tan not only using an indoor tanning bed but with a UV-free spray tan.

1. Some prescription medications can hinder the process of tanning and quicken burning:

Blood pressure medications, antibiotics, skin problem medications should be avoided while tanning or spending much time outdoors. Some photosensitizing medications are also avoided while tanning, because they hinder the process of tanning.
It is recommended to consult a specialist of a local tanning salon about the medications you take and the effect produced by them on the skin.

2. It is recommended to use an indoor tanning lotion only of good quality.

An indoor tanning lotion should be used to quicken the process of the skin’s UV absorption. Special ingredients such as Tyrosine can also stimulate melanin production and quicken the process of tanning.

The disadvantage of the tanning process is dry and flaky skin that loses moisture and tan quickly. To avoid the process it is strongly recommended to use an indoor tanning lotion of a good quality that ensure a deeper and darker tan that lasts longer. It is recommended to apply an indoor tanning lotion 1-2 hours before the process of tanning.
If you apply the lotion some time before the process of tanning, your skin will be able to absorb the lotion better and the results from your tanning will be better.

3. Tan lotion should be used frequently to ensure proper care of your skin and enriching it with moisture.

One should use a tan lotion at least twice a day to maintain the skin’s health. It should be applied to the skin in the morning and at night before a sleep. A tan lotion helps you to defend the tan and prolong its duration.

4. One should be careful while tanning to avoid getting burned.

One should be take measures not to get burned. If you burn, it is impossible to tan on top, the process of tanning should be begun anew. Some people used to say while tanning: “I always burn first and then I tan”, the statement does not correspond to the truth.

Burned skin got more sun that it was required and it begins to peel. It is advised to expose your skin while the process of tanning first for small duration, gradually increasing the time. People with fair skin who have the ability to tan, should not expose your skin to sun more than 6-7 minutes during a standard 20 minute tanning bed (it is a Level 1 tanning bed). More powerful beds require shorter tan duration.