So you've decided to get the glow... but what next?! If you want to look like a sun-soaked Goddess, without subjecting your skin to harmful UV rays, faking is ALWAYS better than baking. Our pals at Cocoa Brown are the best in the business when it comes being a bronzed beauty from a bottle. Here, they've answered the most common questions when it comes to turning up the tan!
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How should I prep my skin for tan application?
To achieve best results when tanning, apply the following steps to prepare for your tan application:
- Use a scrub to remove old, stubborn tan and leave the skin soft and smooth ready for new tan application.
- The smoother your skin the better the application so exfoliate and moisturise your skin daily in the lead up to your tan application using Cocoa Brown CHOCOLATE WHIP Oil-Free Body Moisturiser.
- On the day you are going to apply your tan make sure your skin is free from any lotions, potions, perfumes, deodorants or creams.
- Shower before tan application using shower get but don’t exfoliate.
- Apply a coat of nail polish to your nails to stop the tan from staining them.
- Apply some petroleum jelly (Vaseline) to your brows.
- Use a tanning mitt to apply your tan.
What's the perfect tan for me?
If you're looking at the CB range, you'll know you have a choice between 1 HOUR TAN, 1 HOUR TAN DARK and NIGHT & DAY TAN. 1 HOUR TAN is a long lasting, developing tan. If you prefer your tan lighter, wash it off after 1 HOUR of development time. You can also leave 1 HOUR TAN on for up to 3 hours or more to allow it to become darker.This tan stops developing after 3 hours.
If you want even more of a glow, opt for 1 HOUR TAN DARK. NIGHT & DAY TAN is wash off tan that will take you from pale skin to a deep a Cocoa Brown glow instantly. Because it’s a mousse, it dries up quickly and you can get dressed straight away. Once washed off, NIGHT & DAY TAN leaves a soft and natural glow that can last you up to 5 days.
How do I maintain my tan?
- When you shower for the first time after applying tan you can use shower gel but don’t exfoliate your skin.
- Wait until days 2 or 3 after your tan application before you begin applying a moisturiser. If you moisturise your skin too early, it can cause the tan to fade too quickly. CHOCOLATE WHIP Oil-Free Body Moisturiser is a great option to keep your skin silky and supple.
How often do I need to re-apply?
Use good quality products and you'll get up to five days out of your tan before removing and reapplying.
How do I remove tan?
A good scrub is the best way to remove tan. TOUGH STUFF by Cocoa Brown is the absolute business! Use it on wet or skin, rubbing in circular motions to remove any stubborn, old tan and dead skin. Make sure your skin is free of any old tan before you go topping up!
