7 Tricks To Make Your Spray Tan Last Longer
Are you still sun-bathing to get the perfectly tanned skin? If yes, then you are no stranger to sunburn, skin peeling, sun spots etc. Today you can get the perfect tan without the laborious hours lying under the sun. Without sun-bathing, you can still get that bronze glow on your skin thanks to professional tanning solutions.
While spray tanning answers the tanning question, maintaining it for longer remains another nut to crack. With expert care, your tan can last longer than what critics say. However, if you crave tan longevity, this post will show you the way. Whichever method of tanning you choose – self or professional spray tan, the 7 ways below will make your spray tan last longer:
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1. Prep your body right
Like everything in life, tanning also needs preparation. Get your body prepared like an artist’s canvas to make the tan last longer. Preparing the body include shaving, exfoliation (i.e. removing loose skin), showering etc help settle the skin prior to the tanning.
2. Put on loose clothes
When going to the tanning shop, do avoid wearing tight clothes. The last thing you want to see on your freshly tanned skin is the tan lines from shirt collars, cuffs or bra straps. A nice loose tee shirt will do the magic.
3. Use tan booster/extender
After spray tanning, some salons will give you a moisturizer containing a quantity of the tanning agent used on your body. With this solution, you can do some touch-ups later. Furthermore, you can purchase a quality tan extender to prolong the life of your tan.
4. Stick with your tanning expert’s advice
Tan formulae differ from one another; therefore, experts recommend shower time and care tips for each. To keep things safe, engage available professional tanning solutions. For self-tan, observe an eight-hour shower time limit or leave tan overnight to reach its optimum tone.
5. Gym, Shower and Hot Tub – Go smart on them
After spray tanning, allow the solution to sink in before hitting the gym. Avoid getting wet during the development time for the best result. Shower with care. Use basic natural shower products and do not stay in the hot tub when you just had your spray tan.
6. Moisturize Daily
Apply a non-abrasive moisturizing lotion twice daily to prevent skin dryness and patches from forming on dry areas of the skin.
7. Avoid washing off or drying out of your tan
Chlorine, a bleaching agent can wash away tan if one lingers too long in water with chlorine e.g. six hours in a hot tub can mess things up. Contrariwise, after your shower or swimming, pat your skin gently, never towel it vigorously – this will dry out the tan.
Conclusion
As highlighted above keeping your spray tan for longer is not rocket science. Follow our tips above and you will maintain that bronze look for longer. What are you waiting for? Get your spray tan this summer with the best professional tanning solutions around.