Can i put another layer of fake tan on the next day?
We generally recommend sticking to the one self tanning product per application. If you do not find the colour to be as dark as you would expect, you can always apply a second coat 30-60 minutes after initial application or the following day if the developed colour is not to your desired colour depth.
We generally recommend sticking to the one self tanning product per application. If you do not find the colour to be as dark as you would expect, you can always apply a second coat 30-60 minutes after initial application or the following day if the developed colour is not to your desired colour depth.
For those who desire a deeper colour, applying an additional layer of Bronzie Oil or Mousse is key. Start by ensuring your first coat has developed fully and has been rinsed off. Once your skin is dry, take a fresh tanning mitt and apply the second coat evenly using long, sweeping motions.
Gradual tan is best applied once a day, or every few days depending on the colour you wish to achieve. It Is not recommended to apply gradual tan twice a day as this can cause the product to build up, too much product can affect how even your colour is.
While it can be tempting to just layer one tan over another, it really IS important to remove any lingering colour first. This will ensure a beautiful even colour and help prevent streaks, patches and an uneven fade.
In another post, we talked about the steps to prep your skin for your appointment. In this post, we will talk about how to keep the tan lasting long and fade evenly. As soon as you are done with your spray tan, you have a beautiful glow. As the day or night goes on, your spray tan gets darker and darker.
Remove all traces of tan before reapplying it
To prime skin for a fresh tan application, remove all trace of tan. The quickest and easiest way to do this is with a remover mousse and/or tan removing mitt. Our Tan Remover Mousse effectively gets rid of all traces of even the darkest tan, in minutes.
Apply for more than 4 days in a row and you could risk your tan becoming darker than you'd like, says Michaella. She recommends taking things slowly until you get to know your product. "Try it for two consecutive days and check the colour. If you're happy on day two, don't go in again on day three.
As the dead skin cells come off, so does your self-tanner. When it comes to how often you should reapply self-tanner, most products recommend adding more every three to five days if you want to keep your skin looking bronze and beautiful.
Fake tans can give you the bronze glow you've been wanting, but not all products will protect you when you head outside. It's possible to tan through your self-tanner - there's also the risk of getting a sunburn. To protect your skin, it's advised that you wear sunscreen every time you head outdoors.
Is it bad to tan twice in 24 hours?
You do want to be sure you have at least 24 hours between sessions and not too much time in between sessions. Especially when building a base tan. It's important to follow a healthy UV tanning schedule while still maintaining your enviable luminescent bronze complexion.
I strongly advise against tanning twice a day, especially if you didn't see any results the first time. Tanning, whether through natural sunlight or artificial tanning beds, exposes your skin to harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Applying at night gives your self-tanner time to develop a natural tan look. Things like showering, rain, or tight clothes can mess up your tan when it's trying to settle. And some tanning products will also stain! As the self-tanner process can take up to eight hours, applying right before bed is super convenient.
- Lemon juice can help to dissolve uneven patches of self-tan on small areas, such as your ankles, wrists and palms. - Mixing lemon juice with a tablespoon of sugar or bicarbonate of soda will gently exfoliate the area which will further help to pull out any excess tan.
AFTER THE TAN
Shower lightly in cold – lukewarm water for 45 seconds ONLY after your desired development time. Use plain water, don't use shower gels, scrubs, shampoos or loofah during the first 24 hours after your treatment. Pat your skin dry. Do not rub or scrub your skin.
We'd recommend tanning a couple of days before your special occasion. This will give your golden colour time to settle and offers an opportunity to rectify any potential mistakes. A well-applied tan will last for approximately 7 days with regular moisturising to lock-in your glow.
This can make self-tanning in the morning more difficult as you must wear dark, loose clothing to avoid any transfer and you can't use deodorant or perfume. The best time to fake tan is at night as this will give the tan full developing time and you don't need to worry about what you are wearing.
Once you have showered, you will notice the bronzer washing away, leaving you looking tanned and glowing underneath. From this point on hydration is the key! Please note: the tan will continue to develop even after the shower, so do not be alarmed if you're not as tanned as you expect to be.
Not all tanners are created equal and layering one type of solution over another can be a recipe for disaster. Eek! The biggest reason we recommend steering clear of this is because when you layer different tanning products over one another, this is when your tan can start looking really unnatural (and dare I say..
Yes! Especially if you have fair skin that is prone to burning. Fake tan will not stop you getting a natural tan, it will simply act as an extra layer between your skin and the sun, and so the effects of the sun's rays will not be as strong.
What happens if you put moisturizer over fake tan?
We want your tan to be 20/10 and unfortunately if moisturiser is applied it can leave blotches, marks and strip the tan in certain spots on the skin. Once you've washed off the colour guide and waited at least 8 hours, you can apply your favourite moisturiser to your entire body.
Once you've successfully self-tanned, wait until the products have dried completely before attempting to put on any clothes. We recommend at least 10 minutes, but keep checking any problem areas, such as under the arms or behind the knees, to see how they're drying. If you're still tacky, it's too early!
To keep the drier areas from going patchy, make sure you moisturise all over and pay extra special attention to these troublesome areas. Try to leave the moisturiser to sink in for at least half an hour before you start the application stage of your fake tan routine.
Those with dark or olive skin will have a longer-lasting tan than those with fair or beige skin. Luckily for self tanning, applying a daily sunless tanner (recommended every 3-5 days for maintenance or once a week if you adore your color) can help you maintain an even tan.
For best results while double coating, we recommend 2 light/medium applications rather than applying one heavy application.
