There is a common belief that sunscreen is only good for one season. Some will have expiration dates printed on them. However, most sunscreens do not have expiration dates printed on them. Instead "lot numbers" can be used to determine the date the product was manufactured.
For Coppertone products, the first character of the lot code represents the year of manufacture (7=2007, etc). The second character is a bit more involved. It will tell you the month of manufacture using this code: A=Jan, B=Feb, C=Mar, D=Apr, E=May, but then G=June, H=July, J=Aug, K=Sept, M=Oct, N=Nov, and P=Dec.
Per Scherring-Plough (the mfr of Coppertone) their SPF sunscreens have a shelf life of 3 years from the date of manufacture.
For Banana Boat products, the first 2 digits of the code represent the year it was made (07=2007, etc.) and the next 3 digits represent the day of the year (32=Feb 1st, 365=Dec 31st, etc). They also state a shelf life of 3 years.
Yes if the bottle has been opened. There should be a date on the bottle.
As with anything, products they can sometimes last longer then the expiration date written on them. I would go by the date on the bottle though since you are using it on your skin. Be sure to store your lotion in a cool place. Don't leave it in your car where it can be hot all day in the sun.
I don't know much about expiration time. However I know that it is bad to leave your tanning lotion in places where it can be exposed to extreme heat or cold (i.e vehicle).
My vote would be YES. I have a bottle that had snuck behind some others on my shelf and was about 4 years old. I gave it a go. Nothing bad happened like a rash etc., but it just doesn't really work. I would say it's about 20 percent as effective as it was new--not even worth using.
i hope not. i have 3 or 4 bottles at home. i switch on and off. i tan 3 to 4 times a week. i find i get a better tan with lotions.just bought 2 bottles on line. i go to Hollywood tans to tan, bought lotion thre for 50-60$$. got it on line for 20-35$$. go on line much cheaper. i hear there's s # on the bottom of the bottle. it's good for that # of months after u open it? i hope there right...:)
Yes, outdoor tanning lotions and sunblocks do expire. Be sure to check the expiration date, as expired products are less effective (or sometimes altogether ineffective).
Most cannot. However, some have organic oils which can acquire a bad smell over time.
The best tanning bed lotion is not the cheapest one. On the whole it is true that you get what you pay for with these products. A good compromise is Paint It Black 50x Indoor Tanning Bed Lotion, which retails at around $17.
You can more than likely purchase them at the indoor tanning salon of your choice.
Yes, it does! The contents of the lotion actually separate, which essentialy makes the lotion useless.
The Tanning Industry is comprised of a group of companies and individuals that contribute to indoor tanning. These groups include but are not limited to; tanning lotion manufacturer's, tanning bed manufacturer's, tanning accessories manufacturer's, tanning product distributors, and tanning salon owners.
Nope! Tanning lotions work by being activated by UV light, so whether your indoor tanning or outdoor tanning, you can still use a tanning lotion. Using a lotion specifically for tanning will dramatically help boost your color to get darker faster, plus it has a lot of vitamins and minerals to help prevent fine lines and wrinkles.
Indoor tanning lotions are designed specifically for use with an ultraviolet light source, which is found in tanning beds. There are several different options available with indoor tanning lotions, including lotions that give a bronzing effect, and lotions that moisturize the skin.
When I go Tanning I put on a onscreen for my face. It does not get a's dark a's the rest of you but lotion will clog your pours. It works for me and I have sensitive skin. It takes a little longer to get dark but I believe it is better.
A tanning gelee is a tanning lotion in a gel form. The most popular of these is made by Australian Gold and is actually called Gelee. This one is designed for indoor tanning and uses hemp seed extract and vitamins to condition and prepare your skin for tanning as well as accelerate the tanning process.
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Today's indoor tanning lotions are bioengineered to maximize the results of your tanning session while increasing the quality of your tan. Moist, nourished skin tans best. Indoor tanning lotions are designed to supply your skin with the essential nutrients necessary for a tan and stimulate melanin production. These special ingredients also moisturize your skin to keep it looking young and healthy.
You should wear tanning lotion when on a tanning bed because these lotions that you buy at the salon help you absorb the tan better.
A tanning lotion