Preparing
for a Sunless Application
Because
bronzers only affect the top most layer of the skin, it is best
if skin is freshly exfoliated and moisturized prior to applying
a product with a bronzer. If skin is dry or flaky, the tanner
may experience "spotty" looking results after a day
or two.
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Exfoliate
skin at least 12 hours prior to sunless tanning application
to smooth skin for even tanning results. Spend a little extra
time on knees, elbows, feet, and hands.
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Shave
at least 6 hours before your sunless tanning session.
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Do not moisturize skin at least 2 hours prior to your sunless
tanning session. Lotions can create a barrier, preventing the
absorption of sunless tanning solution or product.
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Remove
makeup prior to sunless tanning application for best results.
Wear dark, loose fitting clothes. Sunless solution washes out
of most clothing, but a product with immediate bronzer could
wipe off on lighter clothing, giving a temporary appearance
of discoloration.
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Do
not wear wool, nylon, or silk during or after your sunless application
and for at least 8 hours as DHA MAY react with these fabrics
and cause staining.
Applying
Sunless Products
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With
the use of most sunless spray equipment, you will need to apply
barrier cream to palms of hands, bottom and sides of feet, on
nails and cuticles of fingers and toes, and any other areas
you do not wish to have a sunless tan develop.
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If
you are applying sunless products at home, it is best to apply
the product evenly and in a circular motion with the hand. This
will prevent streaking which is caused by uneven application
of the product.
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With
home application, wait at least 4 hours, then reapply if you
want to see darker results.
Immediately
After Sunless Application
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Wait
at least 6 hours after application before you shower. This will
allow time for the self-tanning reaction to occur on the skin.
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Don’t
worry if you see color washing off from your first shower. This
is normal. What you see washing off is the immediate cosmetic
bronzer and what is left behind is a beautiful sunless tan.
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Do
not apply moisturizer until after your first shower. This could
effect the immediate reaction of the sunless solution on the
skin and cause streaking.
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Do
not exercise or swim for at least 6 hours following your sunless
application. Water or excessive perspiration could decrease
the reaction of the sunless product on the skin and cause streaking.
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Moisturize
daily, especially after bathing, to maintain your sunless tan
for as long as possible.
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Do
not exfoliate skin for at least 48 hours after your sunless
tanning application. When you do exfoliate, do so gently and
evenly to preserve an even sunless tan.
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Remember
to wear a sunscreen. Sunless products do not contain sunscreen.
And, although you look like you have a tan, you will still need
a sunscreen to prevent your skin from burning.
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