The Dos of Using Self-Tanner
- Exfoliate your skin thoroughly
Smooth skin is the key to a flawless tan. Use a good scrub or the exfoliating side of a tanning mitt to remove dead skin cells. This helps prevent the self-tanner from clinging to uneven areas.
- Moisturize dry areas
Apply a thin layer of moisturizer to dry areas such as your elbows, knees, and ankles. This helps these areas absorb less product and prevents dark patches.
- Choose the right products and shades
Some self-tanners leave noticeable streaks, no matter how you apply them. That’so self-tanners are suitable for everyone, even if you’re new to self-tanning. That’so Body Mousse Dark is easy to apply and leaves skin streak-free. It’s good to know that, in addition to Dark, That’so also offers That’so Body Mousse Extra Dark. If you have fair skin, choose Dark. If you have a light tan, choose Extra Dark.
- Apply in thin layers
Use a tanning mitt to apply the product evenly. Apply thin layers and build up the color for a natural look.
The Don’ts of Using Self-Tanner
- Starting without preparing your skin
Don’t skip exfoliating and moisturizing. Poorly prepared skin often results in an uneven tan, and that’s the last thing you want!
- Getting dressed too soon
Let the self-tanner dry thoroughly. That’so Body Mousse dries quickly, but wait at least 15 minutes before getting dressed.
- Using too much product
There’s no need to apply a thick layer of self-tanner. Thin, even layers give you a natural-looking result.
- Water or sweat after application
Avoid showering or sweating for 6-8 hours after application so the color can fully develop and absorb.
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
- Streaks and patches
As mentioned earlier, it’s important to exfoliate and moisturize your skin thoroughly before applying self-tanner. This helps prevent some areas of your body from absorbing more product than others.
- Unnatural shades
With the options currently available, it can sometimes be difficult to find the right match. If you have fair skin, choose Dark. If you have a light tan, choose Extra Dark.
- Forgotten areas
Be sure to include your hands, feet, neck, and ears for a consistent look. Use less product on these areas and blend it in well.
- Fading too quickly
Your tan may turn out lighter than you’d like. This may be because the product was rinsed off too soon. As a result, it may not have had enough time to bond with your skin, leaving the color lighter. Check in advance how long you should leave the product on to get your desired result.
How to Get a Tan Without the Sun!
Now you know what to do and what not to do, as well as the most common mistakes when applying self-tanner. To make things even easier, we’ve put together this step-by-step guide to help you get started quickly and easily!
1. Preparation is half the battle
For the best results, exfoliate your skin at least 24 hours in advance. Then apply a good moisturizer. Pay extra attention to dry areas such as your elbows, knees, and ankles. These areas absorb the product more quickly and may end up darker.
2. Use the right tools
A tanning mitt/glove is a velvety-soft glove that helps you apply self-tanner evenly and without streaks. Not a fan of gloves? You can also use brushes to apply self-tanner. Note: Be sure to clean your tools right after use. This keeps them fresh and ready to use next time!
3. Work from the bottom up
To prevent patches, it’s best to work from the bottom up. Start with your legs and work your way up slowly. Note! Use a separate self-tanner on your face for a more subtle effect. There are various serums that you can easily mix into your day cream or use on their own.
4. Make sure your self-tanner dries properly
It’s important to wait at least 15 minutes after applying your self-tanner so it can absorb into your skin. Then wear loose, dark clothing to prevent the product from transferring.
5. When should you rinse off your self-tanner?
The longer you leave the product on, the deeper the color will be.
For a light tan: Leave on for 1 hour, then rinse with warm water
For a medium to dark tan: Leave on for up to 4 hours before showering
For a deep, dark tan: Leave on for 8 hours before showering
Follow the steps above and you’ll find that you can create a streak-free tan that lasts.
Want a tan as quickly as possible? Get a sunkissed look in just 15 minutes!
Don’t feel like applying self-tanner all over your body and waiting hours before you can rinse it off? Try That’so On The Go spray. It’s the perfect solution for a quick, even, natural-looking tan. The spray gives you an immediate tan that continues to develop over the 2-3 hours after application. Your sunkissed color lasts 3-4 days. Perfect if you want a tan for several days in a row.
The spray is very easy to apply.
1. Preparation is half the battle
As with regular self-tanner, it’s best to exfoliate and moisturize your skin thoroughly. Pay extra attention to dry areas such as your elbows, knees, and ankles.
2. Shake before use
Shake the spray well before use. This mixes the ingredients thoroughly to help create an even tan.
3. Apply the spray
Hold the bottle about 30 cm from your skin and spray evenly in long, flowing motions. For your face and hands, use less product and blend it in with a tanning mitt or beauty blender for an even finish.
4. Let it dry thoroughly
As with self-tanner, let the spray dry for about 15 minutes before getting dressed. You can speed up the process by drying the product with a hair dryer. After that, you can get dressed without the product transferring.
That’so On The Go spray is available in 2 different shades. Choose That’so On The Go Spray Dark for fair to lightly tanned skin. If you have lightly tanned to dark skin, choose That’so On The Go Spray Extra Dark.
Have questions about That’so products, or aren’t sure which shade best suits your skin tone? Our beauty specialists are ready to help! You can reach them by phone or WhatsApp at +31 (0)13 530 2010, or by email at beautycare@johnbeerens.com.
