Fake Tan

Fake Tan

How can i make my fake tan last longer?

I have tried pretty much every tan available and they all seem to last the same amount of time, even the expensive ones!
I get annoyed because when i bath/shower i can't have a proper wash because it rubs my fake tan off. If i decide just to have a light wash i still have to shave which also removes my fake tan.
Can anyone help me?? Any advice would be much appreciated

I have this problem too! Unfortuately I find keeping a fake tan on for as long as possible involves a lot of effort. First of all, remove as many dead skin cells as you possibly can before applying, this could involve a few days of good exfoliation beforehand to make sure your skin is in tip top condition with nothing ready to flake off as soon as you put your fake tan on. I use those exfoliating gloves from the Body Shop with a decent scrub like Get Fresh Salt Scrub (it's like a professional one for the home) or another one I like is Benefit's Bionic Blast. Really really scrub well every day like this, so your skin is as free as possible from old skin cells ready to rub off. Of course proper moisturisation of the cells you're revealing is essential, so a couple of times a day at least use a really decent body lotion to keep them sticking to you for as long as possible!
For the tan itself I prefer the creams as I find the mousse a bit drying, so I always go for say St Tropez lotion rather than mousse as they seem to last longer. I've heard Bare Escentuals Faux Tan is also very good. Read up on makeupalley.com for fake tan reviews to find the best one. Then when it's on keep on moisturising the skin at every available opportunity! this is the only way to keep the tan as long as possible as it will come off when your skin sloughs off naturally. Keep using the scrubbing gloves gently in the shower to ensure it fades evenly. Then it should be nice and even still for the next time you want to apply.

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Fake Bake Original Self-Tan Lotion Travel Size $10.2 Get ready to experience the ultimate in self-tanning lotions! Fake Bake have created a unique blend of exotic oils and natural ingredients to give you Fake Bake's Self-Tanning Lotion. Its richness in color gives you the perfect tan without the damaging side effects of the sun. Designed for easy, goof-proof application, Fake Bake has a built-in color guide-a dark temporary color that let's you see exactly where you're applying the product. No pale patches, no streaks, no dark spots. Apply the product with gloves at night, and shower off the color guide in the morning. Only your flawless Fake Bake sunless tan will remain. The moisture-rich formula dramatically softens skin, making Fake Bake the only tan that's actually good for your skin. Plus New Patent-Pending technology that promotes a smoother application for a deeper, darker, longer-lasting tan on the skin by up to 50% Net Weight: 2 oz./60 ml

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Fake Bake Skin Smoothie $14 This product is Essential for the feet, ankles, knees, elbows, and hands. After showering with the body polish, spray this product on these areas and towel dry into the skin. This helps the self-tanning lotion to "smooth" over these problem areas. Fake Bake Skin Smoothie has a mix of passion fruit, rose hips, linden flower and lavender oil. This unique dry-oil spray absorbs quickly, sealing in moisture and "locks-in" your new sunless tan! Net Weight: 6 oz.

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Fake Bake SunMerge Liquid Shimmer $13.49 Ultra Rich Moisture Lotion! Lavish your body with our luxurious lotion. Especially formulated tobenefit your skin with Ten Botanicals Plus Vitamins to enhance and maintain your tan beautifully. Added shimmer gives the appearance of a soft, sexy, youthful glow to the skin. We recommend using Fake Bake Liquid Shimmer once or twice daily to condition and hydrate your skin. This incredible moisturizer will aid in prolonging the life and beauty of your tan. It can also be used daily to keep skin soft and smooth when not tanning. Net Weight: 7 oz

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Fake Bake Self-Tanning Mousse (New Formula) $28 Fake Bake Self-Tanning Mousse contains a scientific breakthrough with a combination of European ingredients. The foam texture is designed to create a natural-looking tan that applies easily, dries in seconds, and lasts up to 50% longer on the skin. Fake Bake Self-Tanning Mousse works with all skin tones and enhances your own pigments without turning you orange. Guaranteed! Appeals to pale and sensitive skin. Temporary color guide ensures a streak free application every time. It shows where it goes and its Goof Proof. Fake Bake Self-Tanning Mousse is perfect for your entire body including your face. Makes pantyhose obsolete. Net Weight: 4 oz.

FAKE BAKE Self Tanning Mousse 4 oz $21.95 Fake Bake\'s line of excellent self-tanning products has created another break through, must-have formula. Fake Bake Self-Tanning Mousse contains a scientific breakthrough with a combination of European ingredients. The Self-Tanning Sheer Mousse uses new patent-pending technology designed to create a natural looking tan that applies easily, dries in seconds, and lasts up to 50% longer on the skin! What more can a girl ask for? Provides dark bronzing that is appropriate for body & face.

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The Not-Too-Orange Fake Tan Tutorial

Holiday Tips: How to Apply the Perfect Fake Tan (Quick Guide)

If you are looking for a more detailed guide to applying that perfect, gorgeous, bronzed glow, try my longer article here. However, if you mostly know what you're doing but just want some quick tips, read on:

Remember to have on hand:

fake-tanning product
a long-handled sponge
self-tan remover
vaseline
self-tanning mitt or latex gloves
hair band or ties

1. Do a test patch a week before you want to self-tan – use a hidden area such as your stomach and leave for several hours to see how the colour develops

2. The day before application, thoroughly prepare your skin. If you shave, do so now. Exfoliate slowly and carefully. Rough patches like the elbows and ankles can be exfoliated twice.

3. The night before application, moisturise thoroughly. If possible, sleep in long sleeves to keep in as much moisture as possible.

4. Before application, swipe vaseline across eyebrows, fingernails and toenails.

5. Put on gloves or grab your tanning mitt!

6. During application, start at the ankles and work your way up slowly and carefully. Apply less product to rough patches, such as knees, ankles and elbows.

7. If using product on your face, dilute half-and-half with moisturiser and apply sparingly. Only apply very little product to sensitive skin such as eyelids and under-eyes.

8. Swipe any areas with too much product with fake-tan remover

9. Wait at least four hours before touching water or showering

...and then enjoy your gorgeous new tan!

Remember:

To avoid blocked pores, exfoliate gently every second day. With a gentle product, the colour of the tan should not decrease. Make exfoliating part of your beauty routine.

Remember, however: self-tanner will not protect your skin from the Sun! Make sure to use at least SPF 30 while out in the full sun. It will not decrease your tan and will protect your skin.

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