How do Sunless Products Work?

I heard Rick Norvell tell the story of how Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) came to be used as a cosmetic in June at the Sunless Expo- for some reason it stuck in my head. He said there were some tests going on with children to evaluate the properties of DHA for medicinal uses. One of the researchers noticed when the children dribbled their dose the skin around their mouths became tan. Lightbulb! Not long after Coppertone snapped up the idea and FDA testing began.
   
Sunless products tan the skin much like air browns an apple after it has been cut. The main ingredient in most sunless products is DHA. DHA is a simple carbohydrate that reacts with the amino acids on the top layer of the skin to create a tan effect. As the skin sheds so will the tan.

The active ingredients in sunless tan solutions are made from natural ingredients like sugar beets, sugar cane and raspberries. Dihydroxyacetone, or DHA is typically made from sugar beets. It will create a tan effect over a 24 hour period. Sunless tans can also include Erythrulose which is made from raspberries. It bronzes the skin after a 48 hour period. Some solutions combine the two to improve the longevity of the tan.

Over the counter sunless tanners, like Jergens Natural Glow, contain between 1-5% DHA. Professional spray tanning solutions typically range from 6 to 14%. The lower the percentage, the lighter the sunless tan will be. Tan2you uses solutions from 6 to 12% for most clients. 

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