One thing we love about summer is the effortless golden glow we get when on the beach. Summer is still almost a month away but if you want to cop that glow every day, then it’s time to start experimenting with self-tanners. Get that summer glow, all year round, with this self-tanning beauty guide!
Here are the usual steps when applying a self-tanner:
- Exfoliate. Exfoliating your skin will help remove dead skin cells and set the base for your tanner.
- Dry your skin to create a blank canvass for your tanner.
- Apply sparingly. Starting with your legs or arms. Experts also recommend applying cream tanners in circular motions.
- Give it ample time to set and then apply your SPF.
A little background: self-tanners available in the local market are usually spray-on or serum-like. Apply on the areas you want to emphasize after taking a bath or applying SPF. The goal is mimicking and improving your natural skin color without streaks or blotches. If you’re looking to play with self-tanners, we’ve created the most uncomplicated and easy-to-use list below:
Tan Me Box Resveralife
This multi-step tanning set lets you achieve a sun-kissed bronze glow with its skin-friendly ingredients. It supports collagen production on the skin and is perfect for all skin types. Easily use with a kabuki brush. Apply product onto the brush or directly into the skin and blend in a circular motion. Wait for it to dry for a few minutes. Remember not to wash the area for 2 to 4 hours.
Beach Hut Tan & Protect SPF 15
This tanning spray is fuss-free and so easy to use: mist onto the skin before you go out into the sun and reapply as you go through the day. This can be sprayed onto the body (not for the face though!).
Real Tan Browning Oil
This all-organic tanning and skin-rejuvenating oil act like a serum. You can apply SPF or your skincare first and then set the tone on the areas you want to tan. Apply the oil and then tan for about 15-30 minutes to prolong the tan on the skin. It’s made up of the most powerful but natural tanning agents like carrots, coconuts, and coffee. Bonus: you can also use this as a daily moisturizer.