The easiest guide on how to remove fake tan
Although faking a golden glow can be great, it's important to know how to remove fake tan, otherwise your skin can end up looking streaky when you go to reapply. To help your tan look fresh every time, we've curated the perfect fake tan removal routine, which effectively buffs away all tan and dead skin cells in 4 easy steps, ready for you to reapply and glow.
How to remove fake tan in 4 easy steps
1. Use a self-tan remover
Self-tan removers are relatively new in the beauty world and since they made an appearance, we've often wondered how we ever survived without them.
Our favourite is the Bondi Sands Tan Eraser, which uses unique technology to dissolve away streaky tans in an instant. It works by exfoliating those pesky dead skin cells that the tan clings onto, and leaves you with an even base to reapply your favourite fake tan.
To use, apply the Self Tan Eraser all over your body. It comes out as a white foam that you just need to rub in and we like to apply more around stubborn areas like the ankles and elbows. The formula only needs to be left on for a minimum of 5 minutes before rinsing away, but you can leave it on for upto 20, so that it washes away super easily.
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2. Exfoliate
After using the self-tan remover, it's time to exfoliate. This will not only help to buff away any remaining stubborn tan, but will prep your skin for an even application when you want to reapply. There are lots of exfoliants to choose from, depending on your skin type and how subtle you like the product to be.
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3. Cleanse
After you have removed all of your fake tan, it's time to gently cleanse your skin and get it ready for a whole lot of moisture.
We love Sol de Janeiro's Brazilian 4 Play Moisturizing Shower Cream. This nourishing body wash is a multitasking marvel, packed with cupuaçu butter, coconut oil, and açaí oil to hydrate and protect your skin. It leaves you feeling irresistibly soft and doubles as a shaving cream, making it a true shower essential.
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4. Moisturise
We recommend moisturising at least 24 hours before reapplying your fake tan. This will ensure that all the hydration has effectively sunk into the skin, and won't react with the tan. If, after applying your fake tan you notice that you have missed certain areas, then you can apply body cream to blend and blur any mistakes.
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