You'll be able to top up your tan with a fresh new layer once your existing tan shows signs of fading. We'd advise waiting until your colour has completely faded away before stepping back in the booth to ensure even coverage and to give your new tan the best chance to last as long as possible.
There are a couple of golden rules. Golden rule number one is always take off old tan before reapplying. This is really vitally important. If you're trying to put tan on top of old tan. It's going to give you that scaly snake like effect in your skin. and some people call it tiger bread effect. You don't want that.
Can You Tan Through Fake Tan? This is a question many people ponder, and the answer is yes, you can.
We generally recommend sticking to one self tanning product per application. If you do not find the colour to be as deep as you would like, you can always apply a second coat 30-60 minutes after initial application, or the following day.
Apply 2 Layers Of Self Tanner
If you layer up your ultra dark self tan foam without allowing it to dry it gets tacky and will not sink deep enough into the skin. Do one full body layer give 30 min to dry & re apply.
It's generally safe to apply more self-tanner after washing it off, especially since you let it develop for several hours. Just make sure your skin is clean and dry before applying another layer. Keep in mind that it might deepen the color, so be cautious with the amount you use!
**Risk of Over-Tanning**: Applying a second layer can lead to a much darker and potentially unnatural appearance. This may result in an uneven or patchy finish, especially in areas where the product tends to gather.
You don't necessarily tan faster in water or laying out. This is because water reflects UV rays, so you may not be getting as much exposure as you think if you're actually in the pool.
Use a wash off tinted lotion on your body or a tinted face gel to top up your tan if you don't have time to apply another layer.
Using expired self-tanner can potentially lead to skin irritation or allergic reactions. While self-tanners are generally safe when used as directed, it's best to avoid using expired products to prevent any adverse effects.
For gaps in your tan, you can use a tanning mousse or lotion to touch up the areas you've missed and blend them seamlessly with the rest of your tan. The Self-Tanning Milky Lotion , is perfect for self-tan touch-ups.
It's not necessary to apply self tanner every single day. Your tan will stay perfectly in tact after two days, but applying every other day is perfect to keep it up!
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.
Give the spray tan a full 24 hours to develop first. As I mentioned in the intro, 24 hours after applying self-tanner, you can also apply a buildable, gradual self-tanning lotion to deepen your tan; this also helps prolong it.
Please exfoliate off ALL old spray tan / self-tanner at least 24 hours before your appointment (your new spray tan will become blotchy, uneven & not development correctly when sprayed over old spray tan).
Moist skin will tan better and more evenly than dry skin. Your skin knows that moisture is important and uses a variety of methods to retain moisture in its surface. Your skin retains water within its natural oils to help them maintain an ordered structure around each skin cell.
Stand-up beds allow your body to tan all around without any pressure points, leading to a more even tan. Some people like them even better because the body isn't in direct contact with the bed. To achieve the best and most even tan, it's crucial to rotate between using lay-down and stand-up beds.
There's no reason why you can't apply sunless tanner over a suntan Рyou'll deepen your existing colour, creating a richer, layered hue that balances out an uneven complexion. But remember that this won't make your tan last any longer; it will simply make it darker.
The answer is yes! The self-tanner does not block UV rays, so you can still get a tan even if you're using a self-tanner. While the self-tanner will make your skin look like you've spent some time in the sun it won't actually block the UV rays from reaching your skin.
Soak in oil and buff with an exfoliating mitt
Oils, on the other hand, break down DHA and can fade fake tan faster. It does, so lather up or soak yourself in oil. You can also use coconut or olive oil, which should be left on the skin for 10 minutes before washing off.
Generally, self-tan products have a lifespan of about 6 to 12 months, after which their efficacy starts to wane. The primary reason for this decline is the breakdown of Dihydroxyacetone (DHA), the active ingredient that reacts with your skin to create that beautiful bronze.
We generally recommend sticking to one self tanning product per application. If you do not find the color to be as deep as you would like, you can always apply a second coat 30-60 minutes after initial application, or the following day.
Protected Development: Going to bed shortly after getting your tan minimizes movement, which helps the tan set evenly.