A beautiful, even tan is the dream of many young people. With the start of the swimming season, the question arises of how to protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun and at the same time get a beautiful tan. Tanning oil should be selected very responsibly, as it can both protect the skin and, conversely, increase sensitivity to ultraviolet rays, which can lead to burns. Jojoba oil is a one-of-a-kind plant substance with a unique chemical composition. This is a liquid wax that can be stored for thousands of years without losing its beneficial properties.
Typically, any organic natural vegetable oil has a shelf life of about a year, after which it oxidizes. Since jojoba is not exactly an oil and is rich in vitamin E, it is not susceptible to oxidation.
Jojoba oil has a unique chemical composition, due to which it is not subject to oxidation
The benefits and harms of sunbathing
Tanning is a consequence of excess production of melanin, a pigment that is formed in the epidermis as a result of exposure to ultraviolet rays. Ultraviolet rays help improve metabolism, increase the body's resistance to various diseases, and stimulate the functioning of the nervous and endocrine systems. They also contribute to the formation of vitamin D, which improves the absorption of calcium from the intestines, and calcium is known to be a building material for human bones. At the same time, ultraviolet radiation can be harmful to the skin.
Prolonged exposure to the sun can lead to cancer. People suffering from vitiligo and chloasma should avoid exposure to the sun. But for patients with psoriasis and dermatitis, on the contrary, sunbathing is very beneficial.
Elderly people, pregnant women, and children under 2 years old should not stay in the sun for a long time. For persons suffering from cardiovascular diseases, tuberculosis, and neurasthenia, prolonged exposure to the sun is contraindicated.
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Why are natural oils better?
Natural tanning oils have many positive properties
. After all, they do not contain preservatives, flavors or stabilizers, which allows this oil to be used even by people with sensitive skin. In addition, oils are very economical. It only takes a few drops to cover a large area of the body.
The oil is also very useful for pain from sunburn, insect bites, swelling of the skin and itching, which we often encounter on vacation. After sunbathing, you can apply oil to the reddened areas; it will help relieve itching, eliminate flaking and soothe the skin.
Useful properties of the product
Jojoba oil contains a large amount of natural antioxidant - vitamin E, which prevents premature aging of the skin. When exposed to the sun, the skin loses moisture and wrinkles appear. Liquid wax nourishes, moisturizes and can tidy up dry and aging skin. The product will soften rough and dry skin, remove peeling on the elbows, knees, and soles of the feet.
Unlike other oils, liquid wax is non-comedogenic, non-greasy and does not cause blackheads. Improves skin turgor and prevents water loss, prevents the formation of comedones.
Regular vegetable oils
In summer, every cosmetics store offers a wide selection of tanning products. But what to do if such cosmetics hit your pocket hard, or you went on vacation and completely forgot about skin care products. The answer is simple - for tanning you can use ordinary vegetable oils - sunflower or olive, or more exotic - coconut. They can also be found among tanning products and are often sold in convenient spray bottles. But the full composition must be indicated on the packaging. If any fragrances or preservatives are added to natural oil, this may have a bad effect on sensitive skin. You can also take a bottle of regular cooking oil and head to the beach.
Protective properties
Jojoba oil is a powerful sunscreen. It reduces the harmful effects of free radicals on skin lipids and can be used as an oil before or after tanning. The product covers the body with a protective film and at the same time allows the skin to breathe. It will delay ultraviolet rays, protect the body from burns, and relieve redness.
Thanks to the content of vitamin E, an antioxidant, jojoba oil prevents premature skin aging
Jojoba oil: properties and applications
Thick and odorless, it easily penetrates deep under the skin without leaving a greasy residue. The thin protective film that the product forms protects against harmful external influences, but leaves the pores open.
Jojoba oil is often included in skin cosmetics and has the following effects:
- Relieves swelling and inflammation.
- Removes stretch marks and cellulite.
- Helps get rid of acne and blackheads.
- Has a positive effect on eczema and psoriasis.
- Has antifungal and bactericidal effects.
- Nourishes, moisturizes.
- Eliminates rashes and diaper rash in babies.
- Smoothes wrinkles around the eyes.
- Returns youth and strength to aging skin.
- Removes dryness and flaking.
The product is non-allergenic and therefore suitable for any skin type. Jojoba oil is good for hair, face, eyelashes, nails, and body.
For example, you can deal with rough skin on the elbows, knees, and feet by using the following composition of oils in equal proportions:
- Jojoba.
- Almond.
- Olive.
- Linen.
Add a drop of lavender and tea tree essential oils to the mixture and rub into problem areas after a warm bath. You can also apply the mask for 20 minutes.
A general body massage with jojoba wax works great. With regular use it:
- Removes toxins and impurities.
- Relieves pain in joints and spine.
- Increases muscle tone.
- Normalizes blood circulation.
- Calms the nervous system.
Jojoba oil brings tangible benefits in the treatment of damaged hair, for the growth of eyelashes and eyebrows. High-quality jojoba oil will not cause any harm if the recommended dosages and methods of use are followed. Hypersensitivity to its components may be a contraindication.
IMPORTANT!!! The product has a side effect in the form of activation of hair growth. Therefore, it should be used on the face with caution and, preferably, in a diluted form.
Application of the product after sunbathing
Not all moisturizers are suitable for use after sunbathing. Many of them contain essential oils, which can lead to skin irritation and discomfort.
Upon returning from the beach, you should take a shower. The water should not be very hot, as it can cause irritation and peeling of the skin. The best option is a warm or cold shower. Dry your body with a towel and apply the oil mixture. Here are some recipes for mixtures intended for use after sunbathing. Take the oil (you should end up with 1 tablespoon):
· wheat sprouts – 50%;
· lavender - 5 drops.
· peach pits – 80%;
· wheat sprouts – 10%;
The mixtures will help relieve irritation after sunbathing, soothe the skin, provide it with nutrition and hydration.
It's hard to imagine summer without a tan. A unique gift from nature will allow you to get a long-lasting perfect tan and protect yourself as much as possible from sun exposure.
Mixtures using jojoba oil help relieve irritation and soothe the skin
Tanning almost never goes out of style. With it, your skin looks well-groomed, with an even and beautiful tan, there is no need to use foundation or clog your pores with cosmetics - you are already beautiful, as if you just came from a cosmetologist!
In summer it is easy to get a beautiful, natural tan without going to the solarium, using only natural and easily accessible tanning products. Here are some simple rules:
1. Before you start sunbathing, be sure to exfoliate your skin - for example, with regular coffee. The cheapest coffee for brewing will do. If your skin is delicate, mix it with shower gel, honey or cream. Steam the skin, apply the scrub in a circular motion, wait one or two minutes (during this time all the oils will penetrate the skin and nourish it), then massage in a circular motion and rinse.
The effect is amazing: the skin is soft, delicate, with a slightly bronze tint (coffee gives it).
2. Be sure to moisturize your skin - olive oil is perfect for this purpose; it also gives an excellent tone to the skin and accelerates tanning.
A great idea is to put some oil and water in a spray bottle and spray the mixture onto your skin.
It is important to moisturize your skin after sunbathing. As you know, sun rays can cause skin aging, so you should take care that a beautiful tan does not affect the youth of your skin! Make yourself a nourishing moisturizer: buy liquid vitamin E, A, and jojoba oil at the pharmacy (200 rubles all together) and add a few drops to your regular cream. The result is amazing. This cream is always good to use, not just when tanning, and essential oils can be changed.
Oil recipes
There are two recipes for making tanning oil at home. Ready-made products will enhance your tan, lock in a beautiful skin tone for a long time, and help avoid burns.
To prepare the first oil, you will need avocado oil, apricot oil (50 ml each) and ylang-ylang essential oil (10 drops). Thanks to the properties of avocado oil, you will not only protect your skin from sun radiation, but also restore its protective functions.
The second recipe uses walnut oil and almond oil (also in a volume of 50 ml each). Ylang-ylang oil (10 drops) is added again as an essential component. This oil can moisturize and protect the skin; in addition, it is a good nourishing agent.
In both cases, the ingredients are mixed and infused for three days. During this time, do not forget to shake the contents periodically.
With these simple recipes you will give your skin a beautiful tone without damaging it. And you can simply forget about spending on expensive creams and lotions and procedures in solariums.
Natural base oils for tanning
- avocado,
- jojoba,
- cedar,
- coconut,
- sesame,
- macadamia,
- argan oil,
- wheat germ oil,
- rice
Using natural tanning oils
In the morning before sunbathing, the oil must be applied to the entire body and face. Once absorbed into the skin, it will moisturize and protect it throughout the day. Many people believe that there is no need to renew the oil after every bath, but to be on the safe side, do it a couple of times.
