What each lotion type does for you...

• Bronzers

Bronzers are a type of tanning lotion that contains a temporary self-tanning agent. They add color to the skin, so you can see immediate results. The color will wash off after a few days or after a few showers. Bronzers can be a good option for those who want to see quick results, but they do not provide long-lasting color.

There are two types of bronzers: instant and gradual. Instant bronzers provide an immediate tan until you shower or wash the product off. Gradual bronzers, on the other hand, build up color over time and provide a more natural-looking tan.

• Intensifiers

Intensifiers are another type of tanning lotion that does not contain a self-tanner but is designed to help you achieve a deeper, darker tan. They work by stimulating melanin production in the skin, the pigment that gives our skin its color. Intensifiers typically do not provide immediate results but can help you achieve a darker tan over time.

• Maximizers

Maximizers are similar to intensifiers in that they are designed to help you achieve a darker tan. However, they typically contain more ingredients that stimulate melanin production than intensifiers. Maximizers are usually used by experienced tanners with a base tan who want to deepen their color. They are not recommended for beginners, as they can cause skin irritation and may not provide the desired results.

• Accelerators

Accelerators are a type of tanning lotion that contain ingredients that help you tan more quickly. They increase blood flow to the skin, which can help your skin absorb more UV rays. Accelerators typically do not contain self-tanners or bronzers, so they do not provide immediate color. However, they can help you achieve a base tan more quickly than if you were to tan without a lotion.

• Tingle Lotions

Tingle lotions are a type of tanning lotion that contains ingredients that cause a tingling sensation on the skin. This sensation is caused by ingredients such as benzyl nicotinate, which increases blood flow to the skin. The tingling sensation can be uncomfortable for some people, but it is often seen as a sign that the lotion is working. Tingle lotions can help you achieve a deeper, darker tan faster than other types of tanning lotions, but they are not recommended for people with sensitive skin.