Self-tan meets skincare for your glowiest Summer yet!
FAKE IT YOURSELF
Before you even make a start on tanning, reach for the exfoliator first. The main rule of thumb is to avoid oil-based beauty products because their composition can break down the tanning agent, creating a patchy effect. For a quick home solution, a damp flannel with a sprinkling of sugar will create a coarse texture to encourage any stubborn dead skin cells to lift away for a smoother surface. Dry well and apply an oil-free lotion afterwards.
1 BRIGHTEN YOUR BODY
The lure of self-tan is achieving that colour boost to your skin tone, but what about once the tan fades? Vitamin C is the go-to for brightening your complexion, for your body as well as your face and neck. In fact, the better prepped your skin, the better your tan will look. Isle of Paradise Daily Self-Tan Lotion, £9.99, tackles it all. It’s a gradual formula so you can build up the intensity each day, while nourishing long-term with vitamin C, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid for smooth, moisturised limbs.
2 A DROP OF MOISTURE
Our complexions need hydration to really glow – the fake tan is just the icing on the cake. For those dipping their toe into trying a faux glow, drops are the perfect solution, allowing you to dispense the tiniest amount of product into your usual moisturiser to achieve the look you want. Not only do you have foolproof application, but their formulas are often packed with ingredients normally seen in skincare. Two highlights are Skinny Tan Face Tanning Wonder Drops, £19.99, a concoction of vitamin E, coconut oil, hyaluronic acid and Q10 to soften and smooth, and Lottie London Hot Glaze Bronzing Serum Drops, £8.95, a wash-off solution with squalane and niacinamide that sits comfortably on skin.
3 HYDRATION STATION
A patchy, streaky tan is the ultimate giveaway when you’ve faked it, and it’s usually down to dry areas on the skin’s surface. While cutting
