Iodine and baby oil was an old technique used in generations past to achieve that golden bronzed look we all desire. However, this was before the dangers of harmful UV rays and the risk of skin cancer were well known.
While it can still be done, it is essential to include some proper sunscreen in your home made concoction to prevent painful sun burn and reduce the chance of skin cancer.
To make your solution, you will need baby oil, a high Sun Protection Factor (SPF) sunscreen as possible (preferably at least SPF 15) and your iodine.
Using a measuring cup, take one part sunscreen to two parts of iodine and baby oil each. How much you mix depends on how long you will be in the sun for and how many people will be using the solution etc.
While mixing your solution, it is essential to wash and dry the measuring cup thoroughly in between measurements as you can contaminate your solution and mess up your concentrations. You should mix your solution properly and store it in a squeeze top bottle to ease the application of your finished mixture.
After you have finished, apply the solution as you would normal sunscreen. While the solution may produce the desired results, it is still important to remember not to spend too much time in the sun as even the strongest traditional sunscreen can only limit your exposure to harmful UV rays.
While it can still be done, it is essential to include some proper sunscreen in your home made concoction to prevent painful sun burn and reduce the chance of skin cancer.
To make your solution, you will need baby oil, a high Sun Protection Factor (SPF) sunscreen as possible (preferably at least SPF 15) and your iodine.
Using a measuring cup, take one part sunscreen to two parts of iodine and baby oil each. How much you mix depends on how long you will be in the sun for and how many people will be using the solution etc.
While mixing your solution, it is essential to wash and dry the measuring cup thoroughly in between measurements as you can contaminate your solution and mess up your concentrations. You should mix your solution properly and store it in a squeeze top bottle to ease the application of your finished mixture.
After you have finished, apply the solution as you would normal sunscreen. While the solution may produce the desired results, it is still important to remember not to spend too much time in the sun as even the strongest traditional sunscreen can only limit your exposure to harmful UV rays.
