Exfoliate: Gentle exfoliation removes dead skin cells and prepares the skin for tanning. Remove rough spots in the shower with a scrape or brush.
Hydrate: Stay hydrated to tan evenly. Use an excellent moisturizer to prepare your skin for tanning.
Select a Product: Choose a skin-type-appropriate self-tanning lotion, spray, or mousse. There are gradual and instant tanners for a delicate glow and a rapid outcome.
Use a Mitt: Use a mitt to apply self-tanner evenly. This prevents streaks and gives a natural finish.
Blend Well: Keep elbows, knees, and ankles in mind because they absorb more product and seem darker. Avoid uneven areas by blending well.
Go Gradual: Choose a gradual tanning product if you're new to self-tanning or want a gentle glow. Thus, you may gradually build your tan and control intensity.
Face Focus: Use a facial-specific self-tanning product. Mix some self-tanner with your facial moisturizer for a lighter application.
Hands and Feet Last: Use the remaining tanning product on the mitt to apply it to your hands and feet last. This avoids dark hands and feet by creating a natural gradient.