Thursday, August 29, 2013

3 Self-Tanning Tricks You've Probably Never Heard Of


3 Self-Tanning Tricks You've Probably Never Heard Of



If you want to get the perfect look from your self-tanning towels, you've got to know ALL the tricks of the trade.  You've probably read the same ol' advice a million times before, but we have a feeling you've NEVER heard of these 3 tips:


1.  The exfoliator you choose really matters

You've probably heard that your skin will look better if you exfoliate before you apply self-tanner.  However, we bet you HAVEN'T heard that some exfoliators can leave oil behind.  Yup, that means the wrong exfoliator can actually make it harder for the tanning solution to absorb into your skin!


2.  Hair removal can be done the wrong way, too

Shaving and waxing can remove your self-tanner sooner, so if you want to be tan for as long as possible, remove your hair before you use your self-tanning towels.  However, the exact timing of your hair removal has to calculated VERY carefully!

It's OK to shave a few minutes before you apply your self-tanner.  However, if you tan right after you wax, your skin won't have time to heal.  Because waxing can irritate skin (and, thus, prevent the self-tanning solution from absorbing), be sure to do it at least 48 hours in advance.


3.  Shimmer makes you look tanner

If you think that ALL of your color has to come from your self-tanning towels, think again!  Applying a little bit of shimmer before a big night out will give your skin some extra glow.  In fact, it's the perfect finishing touch for shoulders when you're going strapless, or for your tummy when you're rocking a bikini!











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