AIRBRUSH TANNING FAQs How do the sunless tanning products work?
The main active ingredient in sunless tanning products is Dihydroxyacetone (DHA). A colorless sugar, DHA interacts with the proteins and amino acids in the outer layer of the skin to produce a golden brown color. This is called the “Maillard Reaction”. By this reaction, DHA will always produce the same results based on concentration and application levels. In addition to DHA, our natural sunless solutions contain Aloe, Vegetable Glycerin, White Tea and Grapefruit Seed Extract to actually moisturize and nourish your skin as your tan develops. There are no parabens or alcohols in our solutions. Most sunless products also contain an immediate bronzer. The formulation of the bronzer determines the initial color of your skin after application. This initial color washes off in your first post-tanning shower, revealing your DHA “tan”. If your immediate sunless color is not optimal, the bronzer is likely to blame. Formulas vary, and our products at TOAST are the most versatile available. Our e
