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Tips For Using Self Tanner

NickNack — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 13:30:51 GMT

I need to find a good self tanner. I don't know how to apply it properly. My ankles, knees and elbows always look fake like I've used the self tanner. What is the secret to applying it properly? Thanks, Carol

Re: Tips For Using Self Tanner

Good4u — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 13:47:43 GMT

HERE is the secret to applying self-tanner…faultlessly.

- Make sure you do a sugar scrub to remove dead skin cells which sticks to self-tanners.

- Then mix a body moisturizer w/the self-tanner. I use Jergen's Natural Glow & Protect w/my self-tanner.

It will turn out beautifully!

Enjoy!

Re: Tips For Using Self Tanner

NickNack — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 13:52:19 GMT

Thanks Good4U. So if you want to use the self tanner daily until you get a nice tan, you need to use the sugar scrub daily, too? Which self tanner do you use?

Re: Tips For Using Self Tanner

VaBelle35 — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 13:54:06 GMT

I use a Salux cloth in the shower first.

I apply it with a natural bristle paint brush (2 1/5 "") from Walmart (they are about $2 each) to spread it evenly. Then I rub it in my my hands (I use rubber gloves).

I do a small section at a time.

Re: Tips For Using Self Tanner

Allegedly — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 14:57:31 GMT

How do you manage to self-tan your back and other areas that are not as visible? That is what always stops me from self-tanning. I do not want to wear a certain shirt or dress and have an obvious pale back and tanned front!

Re: Tips For Using Self Tanner

Pook — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 15:06:49 GMT

While I like some other self tanners, the best for me is tan towels. They also exfoliate and while I often use an exfoliating scrub, I don't have to with the tan towels. I always use more than one towel to get the best tan and go over each area 2 x to make sure I covered everything. You can put a moisturizer on your knees, ankles and feet so those areas are not darker and don't heavily apply to your feet and toes and fingers. I also always rub those areas with a clean paper towel right after applying to lessen the tanning in those areas and run a damp paper towel around where the foot meets the bottom of the foot for a natural tan look.

I don't think there is one self tanner that everyone likes and what works for some - well not so much for others. Many swear by Jergens Natural Glo or Loreal's Sublime tan mouse but for me both give an orangy bronze not natural color that is blotchy and smells for days after showing at least once a day. Some say tan towels smell on them but for me there is no smell whatsoever as I have asked friends if I had that self tanning smell and they always say no and had actually no idea I was using anything. The same ones who definitely noticed the Jergens smell.

It isn't necessary to use specifically a sugar scrub as there are salt scrubs and many other excellent exfolliants but you should use one of them before self tanners.

Re: Tips For Using Self Tanner

JackieBlue — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 15:15:43 GMT

Oh shoot! That reminds me about the other channel having Tan Towels as a Today's Special last week. I was planning to buy, but forgot until reading this thread!

Re: Tips For Using Self Tanner

hfpint — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 15:44:05 GMT

I love the Bare Minerals faux tan out of the self tanners that I've tried. I like to apply mine with a tanning mitt. Using the mitt has been the best way to get an even tan and not streaky or heaving around my knees, ankles or elbows.

Re: Tips For Using Self Tanner

JackieBlue — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 15:52:39 GMT

There was a thread that I saw yesterday with someone saying she used Sally Hanson (can't remember if she said the lotion or the spray) Airbrush, and then used a make-up setting powder to "set" the color. I think she said she made it thru a long hot day with success! I used Sally Hanson Airbrush spray last week at a baseball tournament (watching not playing). I did sweat but it didn't run. I didn't get any on my clothes, just noticed a small amount on the top part of my socks. Maybe because I didn't let it dry enough before putting on my shoes. I was pleased with the results enough to buy it again. I didn't notice an odor and it didn't look orange as some do on me.

Re: Tips For Using Self Tanner

NickNack — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 16:21:54 GMT

Thanks everyone! I ended up ordering the Tarte self-tanner from Sephora. I'm also getting a free sample of Vita Liberata self tanner. I debated between Tarte and Tan Towels. Don't know why I went with Tarte. I ordered the Salux cloths for exfoliation from salux.com. Thank you very much for the hints and suggestions. I'm hoping to have better luck this time.

Re: Tips For Using Self Tanner

Andreatoo — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 16:32:41 GMT

my question is when to use your body lotion or moisturizer. I've been using the PC 10% AHA body lotion, wonderful by the way, but I don't know how long I should wait before using the self tanner?

Re: Tips For Using Self Tanner

Andreatoo — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 16:35:45 GMT

On 6/8/2014 NickNack said:
Thanks everyone! I ended up ordering the Tarte self-tanner from Sephora. I'm also getting a free sample of Vita Liberata self tanner. I debated between Tarte and Tan Towels. Don't know why I went with Tarte. I ordered the Salux cloths for exfoliation from salux.com. Thank you very much for the hints and suggestions. I'm hoping to have better luck this time.

I would like to try the Vita Liberata too. Everyone is speaking so highly of it. Is the free samples coming from Sephora with your order?

Re: Tips For Using Self Tanner

NickNack — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 16:41:17 GMT

Yes, the Vita Liberata is one of the free samples Sephora is offering right now.

Re: Tips For Using Self Tanner

LittleT in KC — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 16:54:55 GMT

I'm going to try the paint brush idea on my ankles and feet, that's where I always mess up; thanks for the great tip!

Here are some favorites for anyone looking for reviews. In the end, I think it comes down to body chemistry and personal preference. Jergens I use this daily and year round; it works, I don't get a dark tan, but it works well enough to use through winter and not be stark white, plus it is not expensive, though I do go through it quickly since I use it every day. In the summer I bump it up and go with the St Tropez mousse (I like the dark); I like this tanner, it's quick to apply, but it's very sticky so when it's gone I might not buy more because of a new find at Ulta called ZEN TAN weekly tanner. It's awesome; it's in a pump and looks just like Bare Minerals self tan. The best part of this is how long this tan lasts, and the price comparable to Bare Minerals. I liked the Bare Minerals color, but it didn't last on me at all, just two days max. Tan Towels were easy to use and I never noticed a smell but I didn't get enough color for my preference. I really dislike the feel of the St Tropez mousse; it's very sticky and to avoid getting it on your clothes, you really need to wash the film off before putting on your good clothes unless wearing black. I've noticed it has stained some of my lighter clothing. It is easy to apply to the back because of the mitt. I use a hairbrush in the mitt to do my back. Not the best, but until I find a better way. . . I love this Zen Tan and will probably stick with it. Had I not discovered this in Ulta, I would definitely try the Vita Liberata because it sounds great. I'm happy with Zen Tan as it last me a good week. I was on the search when I found it because after two years with St Tropez and it only lasting slightly longer (as in one or days longer) than Bare Minerals, I couldn't continue using this line.