Indoor vs. Outdoor Tanning Lotions
Tanning
Tanning lotions can be found specifically
formulated for either
indoor tanning or
outdoor tanning;
and while the purpose of both products is the same
- to help with a great tan, the formulations
differ greatly. The main reason the formulations
are so different is because
indoor tanning lotions
can't contain ingredients such as mineral oil,
which damages the acrylics found in sunbeds.
While
outdoor tanning lotions
can't be used for indoor tanning, the reverse
isn't always true. Indoor lotions can be used for
outdoor tanning, but keep in mind they don't
contain any
SPF
sunscreen
protection.
To keep things simple it's usually best to simply use
indoor lotions for
indoor tanning and
outdoor lotions for
outdoor tanning.
Besides, indoor lotions usually cost more so you
wouldn't want to waste them outdoors when cheaper
outdoor tanning lotions work just as well.