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Tempted to apply your gradual tan twice a day for a deeper colour? Unfortunately, all tanning experts agree that this isn't an effective strategy. Applying too much product too quickly can result in streaking, patchiness, or an unnatural orange colour.
While gradual tan is more likely to apply and fade evenly, it is still possible for your gradual tan to go patchy. It'll all depend on the quality of the gradual tan you're applying, how much you've prepared your skin before applying gradual tan, and how well you care for your new glow.
Allow the Dove body lotion to absorb into your skin before getting dressed and, once you're finished, remember to wash your hands.
After applying a Dove gradual self-tanning product to your skin, you will begin to notice a gradual darkening after 2–4 hours. Your tan will continue to develop over the next 24–48 hours. This process is temporary and reversible, and the tan will fade evenly and subtly over the course of the next several days.
But when it comes to fake tanning, it's best to exercise some patience to prevent staining your clothes. To keep your colour where it belongs – on your body – we recommend waiting for around 15 minutes, or until your tan is fully dry, before getting dressed.
Customer reviews
Customers find the product gives a natural-looking tan that lasts. They say it's effective and easy to apply, with no streaks. Many customers appreciate the moisturizing effect and value for money. However, opinions differ on whether it leaves streaks.
This tan lasts for as long as you keep applying the moisturiser! And when it is the time you want to scrub off, it comes off very easily.
Dove Summer Revived Light to Medium Gradual Tanning Lotion For Face and Body All Skin Types 75ml 4.6 out of 5 stars, average rating value.
It is easily applied, smells gorgeous and most of all, it works. My skin feels soft and the tan starts to work almost instantly. After a few hours i have a natural looking golden tan. It doesn't stain bedding either.
Step 2: Reach for your gradual tan
Apply your chosen gradual tanning moisturiser with your hand or a mitt, smoothing carefully from the legs upwards. We recommend using circular motions to ensure all areas are evenly covered.
Is 30 minutes a day enough to tan? It depends on your skin type. Those with fair skin likely need a bit longer, while people with darker skin may only require 15-20 minutes daily. Start slow and gently build UV skin tolerance over multiple sessions for the best color development.
After tanning, you will produce a little bit of sweat, but that's it. There is no reason to shower right away because water does not affect the tan. This is another myth that has been around for ages. The truth is, showering right after getting a tan will not cause staining of your skin.
Will my self-tanner show up right away? Applying self-tanner will darken your skin immediately, but if the change seems too slight, do not continue to apply layers! Your tan will keep getting darker for the next 10 hours as the active ingredients react with the outer layer of your skin.
Utilising gentle exfoliating scrubs or tools, such as exfoliating gloves, helps buff away impurities without causing irritation or abrasion. To encourage the gradual tan to set in the skin, avoid exfoliating your skin immediately after applying the gradual tan and in the days that follow.
After extensive testing, we determined the highest rated self-tanner to be the St. Tropez Self Tan Express Bronzing Mousse. It's an airy mousse that's easy to apply and blend and leaves you with a natural-looking glow. You can also customize the depth of color based on how long you leave it on your skin.
Squeeze the mousse onto a tanning mitt and apply it to the body in smooth, circular motions. Top tip: to avoid orange patches, go light on the ankles, elbows, knees, knuckles, and nose. These areas are the most absorbent and will darken quickly. The more mousse you apply, the deeper the tan will be.
The colour is beautiful and not orange!
For the ultimate glow, use a Body Exfoliator 24 hours before applying self tanner to create the perfect smooth base for your tan. Then, 2 to 3 hours before tanning, treat your skin to a Tan Enhancing Body Moisturiser, paying particular attention to dry areas, such as knees, elbows and hands.
Opt for Gentle, Moisturizing Products: Avoid harsh soaps and scrubs right after tanning. Instead, use a mild, hydrating body wash to prevent dryness and peeling, which can dull your tan. Pat Dry, Don't Rub: Vigorous towel drying can be too abrasive. Patting your skin dry is gentler and helps avoid exfoliating too much.
Don't fret! Your colour will continue to develop and darken for a few hours (and a spray tan takes up to 24 hours to develop fully). That brown water disappearing down the drain? It wasn't your tan washing away, it was simply the cosmetic bronzer tanning formulators use to help guide you when applying your tan.