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Best fake tans for pale skin
Apr 3, 2025
How to apply fake tan
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First things first, let’s talk about tanning prep. It might sound faffy, but preparing your skin is essential to ensure a smooth, even application.
A grainy exfoliator is a must-have for softening those rough, dry patches – think elbows, knees and heels – which otherwise won’t absorb your fake tan evenly, leading to streaks and scaling.
However, it’s not as easy as liberating that ancient tub of exfoliator from the back of the bathroom shelf. In fact, most body scrubs contain a heavy oil content, which might be great for nourishing, but they also prevent your tan from developing properly. Instead, try Bondi Sand's specially formulated Coconut and Sea Salt Body Scrub.
Need to remove lingering patches of tan before a fresh application? An exfoliator formulated with glycolic acid – like Nip + Fab’s Glycolic Fix Body Scrub – is your friend, as it'll work to resurface the top layer of the skin, breaking down old tan twice as fast.
You'll also need to invest in a quality mitt if you want an even and streak-free tan – and to avoid orange palms. You could also use a brush as these work particularly well to spread the tan over elbows and knuckles.
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