How to get a beautiful tan without putting your skin at risk

Want to know how to get a beautiful, long-lasting tan without damaging your skin? While it might seem like it all depends on sunscreen, the truth is that only 30% of tanning depends on sun protection. The rest is a matter of habits, diet, the right skincare products, and above all, consistency.

Here are the 10 keys you need to achieve a golden, even, and healthy tone that lasts well into autumn.

10 KEYS TO MAINTAINING THE PERFECT TAN

1. Prepare your skin before the sun: safely activate melanin

Before sunbathing, you need to prepare your skin from the inside out . Properly activating melanin helps to achieve a deeper and safer tan.

How to do it?

Use cosmetic treatments like Bronz Impulse by Esthederm , which prepares the skin, protects against photoaging and prolongs your tan.

Follow a diet rich in beta-carotene.

Add specific supplements to stimulate tanning.

2. Avoid hot water: a cold shower is your ally

Hot water dries out the skin and accelerates peeling , which can lead to premature loss of tan. Showering with cold water helps keep skin hydrated and maintain an even tan.

3. The best sunshine is late afternoon sunshine.

For a natural golden tan, sunbathe in the late afternoon . These rays are the least damaging to the skin and also help the color set better.

4. Replace your body moisturizer with an after-sun lotion

After-sun lotion isn't just for beach days . It's an essential part of your routine for maintaining a tan.

Institut Esthederm's After Sun Body Lotion nourishes and soothes the skin, prolongs the golden tone, and also provides extra luminosity.

5. Don't forget the after-sun facial.

Your face also needs specific care. Replace your usual moisturizer with a treatment that intensely repairs and helps set your tan .

Dr Schrammek's Moisture Plus Ampoule , with various types of hyaluronic acid, deeply hydrates and provides an immediate flash effect.

6. Exfoliate your skin regularly

Contrary to popular belief, exfoliation does not remove a tan . By removing dead skin cells, it allows the skin tone to appear more even and last longer.

Do a gentle exfoliation twice a week to maintain a more beautiful and intense color.

7. Opt for a diet rich in beta-carotene

Nutrition is key to a healthy tan. Incorporate foods like the following into your diet:

• Carrots, pumpkin, peppers, spinach, broccoli





• Fruits such as watermelon, melon, citrus fruits, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries

These foods activate melanin and help protect the skin from the sun from within.

8. Strengthen with oral supplements

Complement your routine with a sun supplement. Aime's Summer Glow is ideal for protecting your skin, improving elasticity, and prolonging your tan. It contains carotenoids, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants like resveratrol.

9. Increase your water intake

Hydration is essential for maintaining radiant and supple skin . In summer, you need at least two extra glasses of water a day. Try not to drink less than two liters daily.

Well-hydrated skin maintains a tan better and prevents peeling .

10. "Sun-kissed" effect makeup

Enhance your tan with light makeup:

• Skip the foundation and use bronzer to enhance your complexion.





• A touch of highlighter and lip gloss is enough for a natural and radiant look.

Esthederm's 2 Suns Makeup Powders provide light, even out skin tone and protect the skin thanks to their antioxidant formula.

Bonus : Professional treatment for a sublime tan

If you're looking for how to get a beautiful tan without the sun or before your vacation , our Sublime Tanning Ritual is perfect.

What does it consist of?

• Deep facial and body exfoliation.





• Application of active ingredients that stimulate melanin.





• Finish with a natural and even self-tanner.

This treatment prepares the skin for the sun, protects against solar radiation, and prolongs the tan without damaging the skin.

Achieving a beautiful, healthy, and long-lasting tan without putting your skin at risk is possible if you apply these 10 key habits and products. Remember, the secret lies in preparation, protection, and consistency, both in your skincare routine and your diet.

If you'd like to learn more about what your skin needs to enhance your tan, visit us at our center or contact us online . We'd be happy to help.

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