Summer is just around the corner, and many people are looking to get a golden glow without exposing themselves to harmful UV rays. Sunless tanning creams have exploded in popularity in recent years as a safe alternative to sunbathing and tanning beds. But how do these creams work, and what's the sec

Dihydroxyacetone (/ˌdaɪhaɪˌdrɒksiˈæsɪtoʊn/ ( listen); DHA, also known as glycerol, is a simple sugar (triose). DHA is primarily used as an ingredient in sunless tanning products. It is often derived from plant sources such as sugar beets and sugar cane, and glycerol fermentation.prepare[edit]DHA can