How to Keep a Tan From Peeling
Whether you obtain your tan through a tanning salon or naturally from the sun, you run the risk of the top layer of your skin beginning to peel. Although peeling skin isn't dangerous in any way, it creates an appearance that is unpleasant to the eye. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to keep your skin healthy so that it won't begin to peel. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Apply sunscreen to your tan skin when spending time outdoors or in a tanning salon. Use a sunscreen with at least an SPF of 15. The sunscreen won't stop you from getting a tan, and will protect you from harmful UV rays that will damage your skin and cause it to peel. The key is to get your skin tan a little bit at a time.
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Stay hydrated while tanning to keep your skin moisturized from the inside. This requires bringing a water bottle with you to the beach or tanning salon.
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Apply a moisturizer to your skin immediately after tanning. Look for a moisturizer that lists aloe as one of its ingredients. Aloe is known for its ability to heal damaged skin, which can help reduce the chances that your tan skin will peel.
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Switch to mild soap when showering, and lengthen the time in between your showers. Harsh soaps and frequent showers will dry out your skin and increase the chance that peeling will occur.
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Tips & Warnings
If you tan is more of a painful sunburn, use a moisturizing cream that also contains hydrocortisone. Hydrocortisone will help decease the pain and swelling.
Use lukewarm to cold water when showering, as hot water tends to dry out the skin.
Never pick or peel your skin. This could lead to an infection.
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