Summer’s finally here and it is a hot one. It’s time to go outdoors and have fun under the sun.
During this time, most people love tans to give their bodies a facelift. While most are practical, some fail terribly and can mess up your summer days.
Here is a list of 8 fake tan fails and mistakes that you should try your hardest to avoid this summer.
1. Stains
As you apply your self-tanner, you might find that your skin is a little sticky from the lotion. This is when everything starts sticking to you. If you are wearing clothes at the time of fake tanning, chances are they’ll become stuck to your skin and end up stained.
And everyone is aware of how horribly stained bedsheets can become after applying fake tan before falling asleep!
There is even a chance your hair could become discolored, more so if you are blonde; this could happen if you forget to tie your hair back. This could result in fine untanned lines, also.
2. Botched tan lines
If there is anything you hate when applying your self-tanner, it’s probably fake tan lines. These lines mostly appear when you roll out of bed and find weird lines from where your garments have rested. It prevents you from flaunting the gorgeous tanned look.
To avoid this, try to allow your tan to dry as much as you can before going to bed or putting on clothes.
3. A multi-toned tan
Any tanning enthusiast can tell you that they’ve been there once; that dreaded moment when you notice patches and various tones of tan. It happens when you unevenly tan your body, applying more of the product in some places than others, and some parts appear brighter or darker than others.
To avoid this, ensure that you read the bottle before you begin your self-tanning procedure.
4. Not washing it off right away
Some people have the habit of sleeping in their fake tanner, thinking that it will give them an even more natural look. This is a bad idea as you could end up with a faded looking tan all over by morning time.
If this happens to you, there is a straightforward fix. Just take a shower, exfoliate, and the tan will be washed away almost instantly.
5. Forgetting to exfoliate beforehand
Speaking of exfoliation, it is an important part of applying fake tan.
If you forget to exfoliate your body before tanning, the results could be undesirable. It may cause an uneven tan or turn into an orange tint to some of your body parts in the extremities.
Instead of having a beautiful tan, you get a splotchy or uneven look.
6. Applying it too thickly
Another common mistake that most people make is applying the tan too thickly on the skin. A common rule of thumb for fake tanners is to use about a dime-sized amount of the product.
After applying the tanner, be sure to rub it in using circular motions. This will help you avoid any orange spots that can pop up on your skin. It gives you the best natural-looking tan.
7. Applying it with dirty hands
Always wash your hands before applying your skin tanner. There are some people who forget to do this, and they end up with terrible-looking results.
If there is any dirt or oil present on your skin, the fake tan will absorb that as well. As you embark on applying the tan, ensure that you wash your hands to protect yourself from a streaky-looking tan.
8. Using fake tan mousse in cold weather
There are many different kinds of fake tanners in the market today. The most popular is a tanning mousse, which can come in any imaginable color. Ensure you apply it in a warm and dry area so that you don’t develop splotches or orange elbows.
Conclusion
Getting a beautiful tan is an essential part of summer. There are easier ways of accomplishing that than lying in the sun for hours and hours. Applying fake tan might take a while to get used to, but it will save you time and save your skin.
So, what are you waiting for? Put on your favorite tan and hit the beach in style this summer.
