Before having a spray tan there are some vital steps you must take in order to achieve an all over even tan and to ensure you get the most from it.
1. Get rid of the hair!
If you're going to be showing of your newly tanned pins, it's important to remember to blitz the last of the winter fuzz before your spray tan, as if you shave or wax after the tan it will not last as long.
I love my Gillette Venus & Olay Razor from boots as it combines shaving & moisturising in one go.
Depending on how sensitive your skin is, some people prefer to shave the day before rather than on the day of a spray tan.
2. Exfoliate
It is essential to exfoliate prior to a spray tan to avoid any horrible darker patches appearing on your dry areas (knees, ankles & elbows are prone to dodgy patches!). I use the BodyShop Satsuma Body Polish to exfoliate pre tan as it lathers up really nicely when used with exfoliating gloves which means you don't have to use loads. Also I love the fresh summery fragrance.
3. Avoid other lotions & potions
NEVER moisturise before a spray tan! You will turn Green! Also avoid deodorant, face cleanser and any other alcohol containing potions.
Great tips, i've never had a spray tan (probably never will, goes against my goth roots.....) But i'd never have known about avoiding moisturiser before having one, let alone that it would turn you green!
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