Summer is right around the corner and we wanted to share our top three favorite self tanners with you, along with some tips on how to maintain a natural looking, all over color. Here are the three we have been loving!
#1 Loving Tan
This tanning mousse is such good quality and easy to use. It doesn’t leave your skin spotty and it’s made from natural ingredients which help maintain a longer, lasting color: https://usa.lovingtan.com/collections/all.
#2 St. Tropez.
This brand is super popular and has a huge variety of products, including items to help maintain your color. It also carries a vegan line! https://www.sttropeztan.com/shop-fake-tan-products/
#3 Bali Body. (this.smells.so.good)
Known for their Suncare products, Bali Body, by far has the best smelling products..and they really work. https://us.balibodyco.com
TIPS TO HELP MAINTAIN YOUR TAN
PRIOR
- Give yourself enough time to apply tanner
- Get all needed supplies ready (mitt, body brush or something to apply tanner to your back,
- Pamper yourself; shave, exfoliate and moisturize about 24 hours before applying
- Have a full body mirror and good lighting
DURING
- Make sure to lift your arms up and ensure entire body is covered
- Use a fan to speed up drying process
- Avoid using soap to rinse
- Wear loose fitting clothes
- Apply tanner in a circular motion
- Lightly go over elbows, knees, and hands
- Use a face tan water and avoid apply tanner/mousse to face
AFTER
- Use a daily moisturizer. Jergen’s Daily Glow is a great option to help prolong tan
- If you happen to get streaks, use a bronzer of some sort to help fill them in
- Sweating (haha) and pools with chlorine should be avoided if possible.
Before & After using Bali Body Bronzing Mousse
(bottoms are Gold Elite Elite Swim)