How do you prolong your tan? Without burning up your sun capital!
A luminous, tanned complexion is within your reach, whatever the season, thanks to self-tanner. However, applying self-tanner requires a certain technique to achieve a smooth, even result. Discover our step-by-step guide to flawless self-tanning, guaranteeing a tan that looks like it just stepped off a day at the beach.
1) Preparation: Exfoliation
Exfoliation is a crucial step not to be neglected before applying self-tanner. It ensures a smooth, even application. You can exfoliate by hand using exfoliating gloves or towels, or use enzymatic products, which are just as effective.
Areas to focus on
When exfoliating, give priority to areas of rough or dry skin, such as elbows and knees, to ensure even absorption of the self-tanner.
Sensitive areas: how to protect them?
Use a rich body cream as a barrier on areas prone to excessive absorption of self-tanner, such as hands and nails.
To maintain an even, long-lasting tan, regular exfoliation is essential.. Exfoliation removes dead skin cells and promotes cell renewal. Here are a few recipes for face and body scrubs you can make at home:
We recommend exfoliating your body once or twice a week, paying particular attention to areas where the skin tends to be thicker, such as elbows, knees and heels. By following these tips, you should be able to keep your tan longer while taking good care of your skin. Don't forget that sun protection remains essential even after the summer to preserve your sun capital and avoid the harmful effects of UV rays.
2) Applying self-tanner : Getting the right spread
Apply self-tanner evenly, making sure you use enough product to cover the whole body.
Delicate areas: Knees, elbows, and feet
Be careful around knees, elbows and feet, using less self-tanner in these areas for a more natural result.
Finishing: Managing excess
After applying self-tanner, gently remove excess product from elbows, knees and feet to avoid uneven coloring.
3) Post-application: Moisturizing
Wait about 30 minutes before applying a moisturizer, which helps to even out the self-tanner even further.
Storage: Hydration and care
Consider using moisturizers to keep skin hydrated and maintain an even tan.
Regularity: the key to a long-lasting tan
Regular exfoliation and the application of thin coats of self-tanner throughout the week ensure a more even, longer-lasting tan.
Focus on food
En addition to an appropriate beauty routine and adequate daily water intake, we also focus on nutrition to make your tan last. Seasonal foods are perfectly suited to our organism's needs, depending on the time of year. It's well known that carrots promote tanning and prolong the action of the sun's rays on the skin. But there are many other foods with the same virtues, such as :
- Fruits and vegetables rich in beta-carotene (apricots, mango, spinach...)
- Foods rich in vitamin C (kiwi, oranges, peppers, etc.)
- Oily fish (salmon, mackerel, sardines, etc.)
- Oilseeds (walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, etc.)
Slow tanning for a long-lasting glow
Gentle tanning is not only often a guarantee of a long-lasting glow, it is also, and above all, the assurance of preserve your solar capital with sun creams. So it's important not to try to take on color too quickly, and to avoid prolonged exposure at times when the sun is strongest.
Sun exposure in moderation
To maintain a tanned complexion for as long as possible, you can continue to expose yourself to the sun right up to the last ray, but always in moderation. Take advantage of times when the rays are less strong, such as in the evening or in autumn, to take gentle care of your colors.
With these tips, you're now ready to get the perfect tan you've always dreamed of, without having to leave the comfort of your home.
