How do you get the best out of gradual tan?
How do you get the best out of gradual tan?
How do I apply it?
- Exfoliate your skin, shower and dry.
- Taking a small amount at a time, rub in the tanner with your hands, applying in a circular motion.
- After applying, wash your hands to avoid stained palms.
- For best results, apply every day and you should see tan develop in a few days.
How can I make my gradual tan faster?
Speed up the drying process Waiting for your fake tan to dry can be a drag, so speed up the process using your hairdryer on a cool setting. Just lightly blast across the areas you have tanned.
How do I make my gradual tan darker?
For a quicker way to darken your sunless tan you can use Instant Bronzing Gel. This product creates a short-term tan on the skin in seconds and can be washed off in the shower at the end of the day. It’s fabulous for touching up areas of the body where your tan has started to fade a bit faster, like the hands and feet.
How long does it take for gradual tan lotion to work?
two to three days
When applied on a daily basis, a gradual tan will take two to three days to develop fully into a light, natural glow. The beauty of gradual tan is its ability to be topped up every few days to keep up a consistent colour.
Can I apply gradual tan twice a day?
By re-applying your gradual formula every two to three days (or even on the daily if you’re committed enough), you’ll be able to keep up consistent albeit controlled colour, while also allowing the additional moisture to limit cracks or peeling in the tan, helping it to stay flawless for longer.
How many times do you apply gradual tan?
Use a little dab of moisturiser on both areas to provide a barrier. Reapply for several days in a row to gradually build up to your desired colour and then use two or three times a week to maintain your colour.
Can you apply gradual tan twice a day?
Should you shower before or after tanning?
How important is your first shower after tanning? Your first shower after tanning plays a crucial role to achieve the perfect golden tanned skin. Whether you’re out in the sun, on a sunbed, or used an indoor tanning lotion, showering after tanning will define the shade and tone of your tan.
Why is my tan not getting darker?
I have been tanning, but I’m not getting any darker. Now what? You may have reached a tanning plateau. Everyone has a limit to how dark they can get, but to try to get past your current color we recommend switching the types of beds you use every few tanning sessions.
Why does my tan not go dark?
If a dark tan is what you’re looking for, we do recommend waiting a few hours before rinsing it off so that the product has longer to develop with your skin. Note: after rinsing, your skin will continue to deepen over the next 24 hours, so if your skin does not seem that dark, give it time!
Should you moisturise before gradual tan?
Gradual tan can still stain the palms of your hands and leave build-up between the fingers, so you need to wash your hands carefully if applying without a mitt, GH Senior Beauty Editor Alexandra Friend recommends applying a regular but thick moisturiser in between fingers before applying, to act as a buffer.
Does gradual tan go patchy?
Our Gradual Tan Body Lotion develops into a subtle glow from day one, and keeps skin hydrated for up to 48 hours. After all, well moisturised skin is far less likely to lead to a patchy tan. Choose between our light/medium and medium/dark lotions for a beautifully even glow.