do i have to exfoliate before tanning?
look, if you follow any advice, it’s to exfoliate or prep your skin with a tan eraser. if you have any dirt or dead skin cells hangin’ round, your chances of having a patchy tan are much, much higher because the tan will fade in some spots quicker than others due to some skin cells being older than others.
can i tan my face?
you can use any of our self tan/gradual tan products on the face as well!
to ensure the perfect face tan, we recommend only using the left over residue left on your mitt after you've tanned your whole body so that you don't use too much (our faces absorb more product easier than the rest of our body)! You may also use a light layer of moisturiser before applying the tan to create a bit of a barrier so that the tan doesn't absorb too much and clog your pores.
we also have a face tan you glow girl available online formulated specifically for your face for daily use/or for top ups and is super fine so it won't clog your pores.
is the tan going to streak or go blotchy?
follow the above tan commandments and no. our biggest tip is that tan loves hydrated, smooth skin, so ensure your skin is well exfoliated, hydrated afterwards by drinking water and moisturising daily!
am i going to turn orange?
no way, babe. follow the tips above and you’ll have a great tan, no orange tones in sight. if you’re super worried, check out our violet base love at first tan self tan mousse that knocks out orange tones!
does b.tan smell gross on the skin?
no gross fake tan smell here, babe.
do i need to shower off the tan with soap after it has been left on?
for the first shower after tanning we recommend no soaps, lukewarm water and only a super quick (approx. 45 seconds) rinse so that the tanning actives can keep developing to their darkest potential.
what happens if i forget to shower off the tan?
the longer you keep the tan on, the darker it will get. however, some skin types may experience discoloration (looking a bit orange or yellow) if left on too long past around 8 hours. you may also get a streaky tan as you’re more likely to rub or wash off some sections.
can i get dressed after i apply the tan, or how long do i have to wait?
we recommend waiting until the tan feels slightly dry on the skin - then chuck on some loose, dark clothing - to prevent any unwanted staining and rubbing from tight clothes - and you’re good to go!
can the tan rub off on my clothes during the application time?
before you've rinsed off the product, there may be a little transfer if you don't wear loose-fitting clothing or if you sleep in it. rest assured, it’ll wash out in the washing machine!
once you've rinsed off the tan thoroughly after the development stage you won’t get transfer.
if you're particularly worried about transfer - try our bronzer-free just act natural self tan mousse.
can i sleep in my self tan while it develops?
definitely - a lot of our b.tanners do! for best results, make sure the tan is dry, you don't wear tight clothes or sweat too much while it's on.
how long does the tan last?
each application will last approximately 7+ days as long as you follow all prep, application & rinse tips. we then recommend moisturising daily afterwards to keep your skin hydrated for a longer lasting, even fading tan.
how often can I apply?
each application will last approximately 7+ days as long as you follow all prep, application & rinse tips. we then recommend moisturising daily afterwards to keep your skin hydrated for a longer lasting, even fading tan.
so - you should reapply around every 7 days with a self tan foam but daily with a gradual tan foam if that's how you keep the color up!
an alternative product is our b.tan forever + ever which is supposed to be reapplied every couple of days to keep your tan dark for up to 11 days!
but, you can always keep reapplying over the tan if you want darker results - just make sure your skin is exfoliated and hydrated so it doesn’t go patchy!
