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9 Basic Self Tanning Tips & Tricks | Tanning Lotion

October 13, 2017 By Terry Cunningham Leave a Comment

You might be thinking that a tanning tips article coming out in September is a bit silly. Just because summer’s over, that doesn’t mean you should lose your beautiful, golden tan. How do you get a nice tan when the sun is away? Thankfully, tanning beds are here to keep you looking like the Baywatch star we know you are.

Stay Sun-Kissed All Year With These Tanning Tips

1. Prepare Your Skin Beforehand

Prepare your skin beforehand | Basic Self Tanning Tips & Tricks

Before going to your local tanning salon, make sure to prepare your skin by taking a nice exfoliating shower. Put mild soap on your body sponge and scrub away those dead cells. Then, use unscented lotion or a light moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated. This helps keep your skin from looking dry and leathery after tanning.

2. Choose the Right Self-Tanning Products

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Speaking of tanning products, it is best to use different self-tanning products for different parts of your body. For example, it is best to use a self-tanning spray for your face and the back parts of your body, then use self-tanning creams or lotions for everywhere else.

3. Use a Bronzer

Use a bronzer | Basic Self Tanning Tips & Tricks

Use tanning lotion with a bronzer for a more vibrant and golden tan. Bronzers are especially great if you have a fairer complexion. They provide an extra boost of color.

4. Ensure Your Skin is Dry

Ensure your skin is dry | Basic Self Tanning Tips & Tricks

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Before you apply any self-tanning products, you have to make sure your skin is dry. This helps to apply the product evenly.

5. Apply Self-Tanning Products in Sections

Apply Self-tanning products in section | Basic Self Tanning Tips & Tricks

It is best to massage the self-tanner cream or lotion in sections or segments. You may start with your arm area, then your legs, then your torso.

Note: Massage the product in a circular motion.

6. Wash Your Hands After Each Application

Wash your hands after each application | Basic Self Tanning Tips & Tricks

If you do not want to have orange-colored palms, then you need to wash your hands with soap and water every time you are done applying the self-tanning products to each part of your body.

7. Dilute the Products When Applying Over Your Joints

Dilute the products when applying over your joints | Basic Self Tanning Tips & Tricks

The skin on your knees, ankles, and elbows tend to absorb the products more in comparison to other parts of the body. So, dilute the self-tanning product by rubbing a damp towel lightly on those parts of your body.

8. Avoid Water After You Tan

Avoid water after you tan | Basic Self Tanning Tips & Tricks

Don’t shower immediately after you tan. Let the tan settle on your skin before washing up. Three to four hours should be enough. Use a shower gel designed for tanning for the best results!

9. Stay Hydrated!

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Apply moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated and your tan looking good. If you want to keep your tan for longer, consider using a tan extender.

 

For some more tanning tips, give Kathleen Lights’ video a watch! She also talks about her favorite tanning products. You might find your future fave products here:

Self-tanning is tough for someone who is just starting out. You can overdo it and end up with dry skin. With these tanning tips, you won’t have to worry about that! Just always remember to listen to your body, and moisturize your skin.

Now that you have these fabulous tanning tips in mind, you can have a more vibrant tan. You’ll be sure to turn heads with your beautiful, bronze glow. Share your tanning experiences or your own tanning tips in the comments below!

9 Basic Self Tanning Tips & Tricks | Tanning Lotion
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