Is it safe to use tanning lotions?
The answer to this question is Yes- tanning lotions, self-tanners and bronzers are safe to use even during the pregnancy.They rarely cause allergic reactions but it is still necessary to do a patch test before applying.

List of Ingredients used in Tanning Lotions
Most tanning lotions include such ingredients as natural oils, sunflower oil, essential oils, hemp seed oil, Aloe Vera, carrot extracts, antioxidants, vitamins B, C, D, E, natural botanical extracts, minerals and even Copper which are necessary for nourishing, moisturizing and conditioning the skin.

Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) is the ingredient which is used in all tanning products. Its purpose is to causes the surface layer of the skin to oxidize creating a natural-looking tan. DHA is not harmful to your skin and dosn't cause skin irritations. The other indoor tanning lotions contain bronzers which give a color to your skin immediately.

There are also some other active ingredients which can be found in the tanning lotions, such as melanin and L-Tyrosine (amino acid which activates the production of melanin.  Other commonly found ingredients are tea oil, copper, almond oil, olive oil, green tea extract and many other natural oils.

How to Apply Tanning Lotions Properly:
Step One. Exfoliate your body.
Before you start to apply the tanning lotion your skin should be prepared:  cleanse, moisturize and exfoliate your skin properly.

It is necessary to take a shower and exfoliate the whole body before applying tanning product. Exfoliation will help you remove the dead skin cells and the surface of your skin becomes smooth and firm which is useful to achieve a perfect application of the tanning products. The exfoliator can be applied with a body brush, exfoliating gloves or your hands. Exfoliate your skin starting from your feet, working up to your neck and back, don’t forget your hands, elbows and knees. Then rinse the exfoliator thoroughly.

Exfoliating will help you avoid patchy or uneven look.

Step Two. Applying tanning lotion.
You need to apply the tanning lotion immediately before outdoor or indoor tanning. As mentioned above most tanning lotions contain moisturizer which makes them easy to apply.

You need to start to apply the tanning lotion with your legs. You should take a small amount of the product and apply it with long, firm strokes. Use soft, circular motions and rub in the product gently. Try to apply the lotion evenly, there should be no missing spots, patches or hard lines. Be very careful when applying the tanning lotion around your knees, feet, elbow and torso. It can also be a hard task to apply it to your back,you should ask your friend to do it or do it by yourself using a brush. A small amount of the product should be applied to the back of your neck and behind your ears. Your hands should be also covered with tanning lotion but use light coverage in this case.