There's nothing healthier looking than a mellow, even tan. But concern about skin cancers takes the fun out of lying on the beach. And, of course, most of us don't have a warm, sunny beach to spread out on in the middle of winter. And with today's busy lives, who has the time to spend in a tanning booth trying to get a smooth tan? But there is a solution to this dilemma: Airbrush tanning! Airbrush tanning is a safe, economical, and convenient way to get the natural-looking tan you want in a short amount of time.

What is Airbrush Tanning?

What is airbrush tanning? That's a good question. Airbrush tanning is the application of a mist to the skin for a long-lasting sunless tan. Airbrush tanning uses products with DHA (dihydroxyacetnone) as the active ingredient. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved DHA for external use in 1977; DHA has been used in cosmetics for decades. (Since DHA is for external use only, it's good to keep it out of your eyes, nose, and mouth.) DHA reacts with proteins in the outermost layer of the skin, creating a brown coloration that looks very much like a natural tan. When the outer layers of skin slough off the tan fades, just like what happens when a natural tan fades.

Safe Alternative to UV Tanning

Airbrush tanning is an excellent alternative to UV tanning beds; it's easier on sensitive skin, does not expose the skin to harmful UV rays, and never causes sunburn. Besides, the beach-beautiful airbrush tan you can get in ten minutes would take five or six sessions in a tanning bed, which means airbrush tanning is not only quicker, it's also less expensive. And, with mobile systems you don't have to go anywhere to get your tan--an airbrush technician can come to you. The technician either airbrushes you in your shower or inside a portable pop-up tent-so there's never a mess. If you have an important event you can get your airbrush tan at your home or office in the morning and be tan and glowing for the evening.

Natural-looking Tan

An airbrush tan is consistent and comprehensive--the mist reaches areas of your body you can't reach yourself with tanning lotion and can't realistically expose to the sun. With airbrush tanning there are no streaks, odors, or orange tint. Besides making you look younger and healthier, airbrush tanning can disguise blemishes and cellulite. An airbrush technician can even match the tanning tone to your own coloring and tanning preference. Hypoallergenic and organic tanning solutions are available for people with sensitive skin.

If you want to look naturally tan all year round, treat yourself to an airbrush tan. It's safe and economical and will leave you with a warm and beautiful glow.