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How To Remove Fake Tan & More Tanning Tips For First-Timers

24 April 2022

How To Remove Fake Tan & More Tanning Tips For First-Timers

Everything you need to know about fake tan!

Did you know that Revolution just launched our first ever Tanning range?
SHOP TANNING

In celebration of this new launch, we challenged our Product team to bust those fake tan myths we've always wondered about. No need to search any longer, everything you need to know about fake tan is right here! ....

Q: Should I put fake tan on my face?
A: Yes, however, if you’re after a gradual tan that will give you a nice glow then try our Tan Face Drops

Q: Will fake tan come off in a swimming pool or go green due to the chlorine?
A: No, no need to worry! Jump in that pool and enjoy your holiday.

Q: How long does fake tan last?
A: 5-7 days depending on your shower & exfoliation routine

Q: What's the difference between tanning mousse and tanning drops?
A: Tanning drops can be mixed in with your favourite face/ body moisturiser and give you a gradual buildable tan whereas the mousse is for instant application and develops within 4 hours

 
 


Q: Can I tan naturally through fake tan?
A: Yes you can tan through your self-tan but always make sure you use an SPF!

Q: Can I use fake tan if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
A: Yes, we would advise applying to all areas other than your bump whilst pregnant. When breastfeeding be mindful of applying to the breasts as this may transfer to the babies face.

Q: Is fake tan bad for acne?
A: We would recommend doing a patch test 24 hours beforehand to ensure that the products do not cause a reaction.

Q: Can you fake tan after you shower?
A: Yes you can however make sure you wait at least 10 mins until you are fully dry

 
 


Q: Can you fake tan after you shave?
A: We would recommend doing your exfoliation and shaving the day before you apply your false tan, this helps you to achieve a flawless finish and stop the tan from getting into your pores

Q: Does fake tan stain your clothes even after it's been washed off?
A: Our mousses should not stain however be careful as there could be some transfer onto clothes. This is down to how well you rinse off after your 4 hours of developing.

Q: How long should you wait for your fake tan to develop?
A: Our mousse has a 4 hour development time, the face and body drops are a lovely gradual tan that will develop over 24 hours

Q: How do you stop fake tan from going patchy after a few days?
A: Our top tip would be to stay hydrated! Make sure you moisturise daily and after about 3/4 days make sure you exfoliate daily to ensure that your false tan fades evenly

 
 


Q: How do I know which fake tan shade will suit my skin tone?
A: This is your preference and the tan/glow that you're after. If you want a natural-looking tan, go for the shade most similar to your natural skin tone. Or, if you want a deeper looking tan, go for the shade 1-2 times darker than your natural skin tone.

Q: How should I prep before fake tan?
A: We would recommend exfoliating the day prior to your tan day and then showering (preferably with cold water) 10-30mins beforehand to ensure that you are applying your self-tan to clean dry skin. A top tip of ours is to make sure you moisturize daily as applying self-tan to well-moisturised skin stops it from going patchy or getting streaky.

Q: How do I remove fake tan?
A: To gradually fade your tan, start lightly exfoliating 3/4 days after tan application. Apply our amazing tan eraser to dry skin after at least 3 days of tan application, leave it on for 5 minutes and then simply wash off in the shower. Use our Revolution Exfoliating Gloves for those really stubborn areas!

Love, Becky from Team Revolution x


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THE EDIT

  • Revolution Glow Self Tanning Mousse Medium

    Makeup Revolution

    N/A

  • Revolution Glow Self Tanning Mousse Dark

    Makeup Revolution

    €6.00 €11.99

  • Revolution Glow Self Tanning Mousse Ultra Dark

    Makeup Revolution

    €11.99

  • Makeup Revolution Glow Illuminating Hyaluronic Face Tan Drops

    Makeup Revolution

    €13.99

  • Makeup Revolution Glow Tanning Brush

    Makeup Revolution

    €8.99

  • Makeup Revolution Glow Illuminating Hyaluronic Body Tan Drops

    Makeup Revolution

    €19.99

  • Makeup Revolution Glow Fake Tan Eraser Foam

    Makeup Revolution

    €11.99

  • Makeup Revolution Glow Exfoliating Mitt

    Makeup Revolution

    €5.99

  • Makeup Revolution Glow Tanning Mitt

    Makeup Revolution

    €5.99

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