How to cover tan lines using fake tan
Have tan lines left your back and shoulders looking like a cherry lattice?
We’ve all returned from a day out in the sunshine and been left with annoying marks on our skin left by strappy summer tops, shorts, bikinis and sandals. Cover up those paler areas with a touch of fake tan to create an even, seamless glow.
Here’s our four-step guide to camouflaging tan lines using sunless tanner:
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For a super-quick solution to covering up tan lines use Express Tanning Mist. This on-the-go top-up is essentially a spray tan in a can and is a breeze to apply. Get a friend to cover up your tanned skin with a sheet of cling film, leaving the paler strap lines exposed. Then carefully spray the product over those visible tan lines and remove the cling film. Express Tanning Mist is formulated to be ultra-speedy, so you’re skin will look beautifully even within 4-8 hours.
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If you’ve got a little more time, apply a gradual tanner to any spots where the colour needs to be evened up. Instead of a tanning mitt that covers large areas, use your fingertips to gently buff in the product. Continue to do this over the course of the next few days until you have a good colour match.
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Once your tan lines have been fully hidden, apply an all-over tanner over your entire body to even up any colour disparities. This extra layer of colour will seamlessly camouflage those tan lines and hide any imperfections.
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Always apply a rich moisturiser over your skin daily to lock-in the sun-kissed colour and lengthen the lifespan of your tan.
**If you’re suffering from sunburn, wait until any redness has subsided and your skin has healed before applying fake tan. A professional spray tan can also help to counteract remaining redness by mellowing out the skin tone. As ever, we always recommend that a fake tan is the safest solution to attaining golden skin. Plus, you’ll never be left with tan lines!**