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How does it work?
Depending on the sunless tanning product of choice, the way in which it works on the skin is the same. The amount of sugar in the cream, gel or mist, has a natural reaction with your top layer of dead skin and changes the color of it. Also described as carmelizing your skin. This natural reaction happens with in the outlined development time for each product. This is why it is imperative that your skin is clean and dry. -
Why does my face tan fade faster?
Facial skin is thinner than the skin found on the abdomen, legs, and arms. In addition, the face is exposed to the environment continually and requires anti-aging products, potions, and makeup to protect the skin. While these products 'save face', due to their exfoliating nature they break down the tan more quickly. -
Do I need to wear sunscreen?
Absolutely. Despite the darkening of the skin, an individual is just as susceptible to the harmful rays of outdoor and indoor tanning. An overall sun protection program is still necessary. -
Can a sunless tan be this great?
Yes! What's the catch you may ask? While we at Chocolate Sun feel there are no catches, we would like to touch briefly on some common sunless tanning observations, experiences, and questions we have had from our clients. -
Are there different levels of solution to use on different skin tones?
Yes. Chocolate Sun makes three levels of solution. We determine the appropriate level of solution for each individual during a consultation before the session. What we would like to make clear is that a higher percentage of (DHA) does not necessarily mean a darker tan. There is only a certain amount of DHA the skin can absorb at one time. Using too high of a percentage of DHA or too much DHA at once will result in an unnatural looking tan and a tan that wears off poorly, leaving uneven skin tones. -
Can body sculpting be achieved with a sunless tanning treatment?
Although many sunless tanning technicians or companies make claims of body sculpting, the reality of achieving sculpted and toned muscles as a result of a sunless tan are slim. This is commonly a gimmick used to sell multiple tanning sessions. We do not offer this service or make promises of a sculpted body. -
Does the solution have an odor?
Chocolate Sun solution is made with all natural ingredients and a chemical free preservative that eliminates the unpleasant odor associated with sunless tanning. While most people do not experience an unpleasant odor when using our product, there are certain variables of body chemistry changes that may at times cause the solution to have a slight odor. -
Is it safe to breath the overspray in a tanning session?
DHA is a non-hazardous compound that causes no adverse reaction in the quantities found in a sunless solution. DHA has been FDA approved for over 30 years and is found in makeup and products we use everyday. Furthermore, Chocolate Sun uses natural herbs and botanicals to create our solution. Therefore, there are no harsh chemicals. DHA has been used as a diet supplement in sports nutrition and is non-carcinogenic. Further tests have shown that DHA is less toxic than aspirin, caffeine, and common table salt. The amount of DHA that could be breathed during a sunless tanning session would be .05 milligrams, which is equivalent to less than one grain of table salt. The easiest way to comply with the recommendations for safety is to either keep your mouth closed or wear a mask during your session. Also, you may opt for barrier cream on and around the eyes. Most facilities offer masks. Some technicians may even wear them if they are doing several treatments in a short amount of time. This is to keep them from a mild irritation that would come from breathing too much of anything in a short amount of time.
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Why do some sunless tans start to become patchy when the tan starts to fade?
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Why didn’t I get as dark this treatment as I did with my last treatment
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