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What Happens When I Leave Fake Tan On Overnight?

A fake tan is excellent to achieve that golden glow, especially when you can’t hit the beach or don’t want to risk the skin-damaging effects of the sun.

The problem for many people is unknown.

If you’re ready to start fake tanning then the biggest question is what color to use.

Fortunately, you can get help with this from your local beauty salon.

It is worth considering Bondi Sands self-tanning foam, the better quality the product the more impressed you’ll be with the results.

What Happens When I Leave Fake Tan On Overnight?

The next question is whether you can leave your fake tan on overnight, you’ve probably already had nightmares about fake tan over your expensive bed sheets.

The Short Answer

The good news, in brief, is that you can have fake tan overnight, providing there isn’t an excessive amount of guide color in the tanner.

In fact, leaving fake tan on overnight will help the color develop, giving you a better finish.

The key is to use the right tanning product, such as the Bondi Sands mentioned earlier.

Know Your Tanning Product

Virtually all tanners will have a guide color or light tint.

The purpose of this is to help ensure you’ve covered all of your body.

Without a guide color, you may struggle to see which bits have a fake tan and which don’t.

That could leave you with a very uneven color!

The good news is that most of the types of tanning products work the same way.

Providing they only have a little of the color guide in then the best time to put them on is just before bed.

Lotions

These take longer to absorb into your skin which makes them perfect for anyone new to self-tanning.

Because they take longer you’ll have more time to check you’ve covered yourself thoroughly.

However, you will need to allow a little more time before going to bed, you don’t want to be in bed before the fake tan has been absorbed. There are even cruelty-free options for vegans out there!

Mousse/Foam

These generally contain more alcohol which enables them to dry faster.

The guide color makes them a good choice for beginners and they dry quickly enough you can do them very close to bedtime.

The good news is that these foams tend to contain the least amount of color, another good reason to use them just before bed.

What Happens When I Leave Fake Tan On Overnight?

Gel

A gel application is less common but still effective, especially if you have oily skin.

The gel penetrates through the oil, giving you good coverage.

It also spreads very easily on your body, helping you to use less product for the right result.

Top Tips For Leaving Fake Tan On Overnight

There are several things you can do to improve the effectiveness of the fake tan when you leave it on overnight.

  • Avoid skin to skin contact

A chemical in fake tan reacts to dead skin cells, darkening your skin.

However, if skin touches skin the reaction will be intensified, giving you dark patches.

The best way to avoid this, and protect your bedsheets, is to sleep in pajamas

  • Let It Dry

Before you go to bed make sure your fake tan has fully absorbed into your skin.

This won’t just prevent it from getting all over your sheets, it will help to give you an even glow.

  • Moisturize In The Morning

Finally, once you’re up in the morning use a good hydrating moisturizer. Moisturized skin sheds slower which means your fake tan will last longer!

Follow the tips and keep your fake tan on overnight, you’ll be pleased with the results!

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