To get a good tan fast, the secret is to plan ahead because waiting for the heat and standing in the sun for hours are the worst ways to achieve it.
Do you know that food also plays a role in this part? How many times have you been told to eat as many carrots as possible because it helps you tan faster and more evenly during the season. Well, the reason is that they contain beta-carotene, just like melons or radishes.
Here are three tips to keep in mind for a great summer body tan:
#1 Consume beta-carotene (not found only in carrots)
Beta-carotene not only benefits the skin, but is also an excellent ally for the eyes. "Carrots facilitate the fixation of melanin, ensuring a pleasant and lasting tan," explains nutritionist Lorenzo Traversetti. All orange or red fruits and vegetables are very rich in beta-carotene. So pumpkin, melon, peppers, etc. The ideal is to consume an amount of 150 grams per day starting from spring.
#2 Do lots of scrubs and exfoliations
To prepare the skin for tanning, it must be healthy and free of dead cells. Therefore, do a lot of cleaning while washing in the shower or tub. Even do this after every day spent at the beach or in the mountains, because the myth that scrubbing or exfoliating removes tan is false.
#3 Use face creams with sun protection factors every day
Starting in spring, when the days start to get warmer, use sunscreen or foundation with sun protection even when you're walking down the street or going to work. They will help you avoid burning your cheeks and forehead, but people with fairer skin tones in particular need to be even more careful not to end up with burnt or sunburned skin from the beach, sun etc.
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Source: Grace
