A safe tan is obtained from a can. How to get a smooth and natural glowing result?
In order to achieve a beautiful and even can browning, it is important to remember a few key things. Everyone knows that moisturized, healthy and carefully exfoliated skin guarantees a smooth base. You probably also know that you avoid nasty, clear lines by using a glove for application.
Can tanning is a safe way to make summer skin glow. Pictured is Candice Swanepoel. All Over Press
So what else is good to know so that the end result is glowing and successful?
1. Towel dry the skin completely dry after showering. Do not moisturize your entire body after showering before applying the self-tanner. Focus only on particularly dry areas such as elbows, knees, ankles, wrists and backs of hands.
2. If you are blonde or have light eyebrows: protect these areas by applying a light moisturizer to the hairline and eyebrows to avoid unpleasant surprises. The active ingredients of self-tanners can also color light hair, and the moisturizer prevents the product from sticking to them.
3. Use a large, dense kabuki brush to spread the self-tanner evenly around the face, fingers and toes. If you instead use your hands to apply the product, grease your hands first: then the product will not stick to your palms as easily. Apply the self-tanner in long strokes.
4. Give the product enough exposure and drying time. To avoid nasty stains on clothes and sheets: let the product act for double time in addition to the recommended time on the side of the jar. You can also use a can of skin talc after the drying time to prevent stains.
5. Avoid sweating, sauna, washing and getting wet for the first 6-8 hours so that the color has time to really set and adhere to the skin.
6. When you finally wash your hands, in addition to soap, use a washing glove or an exfoliating product to avoid orange palms. Finally, brush the backs of your hands with a kabuki brush containing self-tanner, so that there are no tan lines on your wrists.
Try these:
Always exfoliate your skin carefully before using self-tanning products. The cult product of the Australian skin care brand Frank Body is a stimulating body scrub that uses coffee beans. The vegan product also contains nourishing oils. Left the skin silky smooth. 12.90 e, Nordic Beauty.
Polish natural cosmetics brand Ziaja’s inexpensive, vegan body scrub removes dead skin cells from the surface of the body. The rich exfoliating product has a fresh, fruity fragrance world. The salt and sugar granules felt pleasant, but effective at the same time. 10.95 e, Apomera.
Double-sided, washable Vita Liberata application glove. Suitable for applying various compositions such as foams and creams. 13.95 e, Online pharmacy.
Use the convenient and soft Isle of Paradise kabuki brush to achieve an even jar update. Areas that especially require precision, such as toes and fingers, can be finished easily with a brush without staining your hands. 15.90 e, Feel Unique.
A makeup primer that tans? There is no easier way to get can tanning. The vegan multi-functional product of the Danish brand Ole Henriksen is the choice of those in a hurry. Vitamin C brightens the skin and the face became plump and the skin tone even. 55.90 e, Ellos.
If the deep color of a can tan scares you, use the self-tanning drops that you add to your moisturizer. They make it easy to adjust the depth of the desired tan. With Garnier’s self-tanning drops, you build the desired shade gradually. Hyaluronic acid and coconut water added to the vegan formula bring additional moisture to the skin. 11.95 e, Prism.
The gradually refreshing day cream brings a summer glow to the face. Made in Sweden, Sunny Stories cream is suitable for those looking for an easy and quick solution. Plus the product’s unscented composition. The face felt moisturized and glowing. 24.90 e, Kicks.
The spray is an easy way to conjure up a face tan from a jar. Spray an even, light layer on the face and layer gradually to get the desired degree of darkness. The vegan product is also suitable for sensitive skin. The ample Löwengrip product has a good price-quality ratio. The fresh, summery scent was delightful. Made in Sweden, the product contains skin-moisturizing hyaluronic acid and glycerin. 23.50 e, Lyco.
The French brand’s self-tanning moisturizer is suitable for both face and body. Laboratoires de Biarritz’s velvety cream is pleasant to apply and the skin feels supple. For the lover of gentle coconut fragrance. The best result is achieved when you use a glove for application. 23.95 e, Well-being.
The light foam is for the busy can tanner. The Swedish natural cosmetics brand Estelle & Thild’s Self-Tan Bronzing foam absorbs quickly. The vegan product is the choice of those who are sensitive to smells, as it is a fragrance-free product. 48.50 e, Estelle & Thild.
A skin-friendly alternative is self-tanning oil. TanOrganic Self-Tanning oil moisturizes the skin while you get a beautiful, light tan on the surface. Oil products are applied by hand. The light citrus scent makes it pleasant. 34.95 e, Look Fantastic.
For lovers of delicious scents, the effortless self-tanning foam from the St. Tropez brand Berry Sorbet Mousse is suitable. The light product dried quickly and an even color was guaranteed. A plus for being full. 43.90 e, Cocopanda.
A very pleasant body serum gradually brings a natural rejuvenation to the body. The light serum was pleasant to apply and the skin felt supple and looked beautiful. The Isle of Paradise product contains moisturizing grapefruit, chia seed and avocado oils. 37.50 e, Sokos.
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