Self-Tanners and Rosacea

According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), self-tanners are safe to use. They contain dihydroxyacetone, which interacts with proteins in the skin to produce an orange/tan color that doesn't wash off. However, the AAD warns that when you can see the color, the SPF -- or sun protection factor -- is just 4, and therefore additional sunscreens should be used. The AAD recommends using a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 even on cloudy days.