Glow Up, Babe: Your Step-by-Step Guide to the Perfect Sunless Tan

Whether you’re chasing that golden goddess glow or just want to even out your skin tone without sun damage, we see you, SPF queens, sunless tanning is your skin-safe BFF. No streaks, no orange drama, just pure bronze brilliance. Ready to fake it like a pro? Let’s glow!

Step 1: Exfoliate Like You Mean It!
Grab your favorite body scrub and go to town (gently). Slough off dead skin, especially on knees, elbows, and ankles, they love to collect on dry patches and steal the show in the worst way. We recommend the Yon-Ka Gommage Aux Sucres Exfoliating Nourishing Sugar Scrub. This dual-action scrub is infused with two types of sugars that polish away rough and dry skin and leave skin with a smoother and more radiant appearance. This scrub is available in two luxurious aromas that create the perfect spa-like experience.

Pro tip: Exfoliate 24 hours before tanning to let your pores chill.

Step 2: Hydration Nation
After exfoliating, moisturize like your life depends on it, especially on rougher areas. But hold up, no heavy oils or lotions right before tanning. They can block absorption and cause patchiness. Moisturize the day before and just lightly on dry spots right before you tan. The Aluram Body Lotion is a great option for a before-tan lotion. It weightlessly locks in essential moisture to create wonderfully soft and supple skin, without leaving behind a greasy feel or residue. Hydrated skin = a more even tan and fewer blotchy bits.

Step 3: Choose Your Bronze Weapon
From lotions, to sprays, wipes, and drops, oh my! There are tons of self-tanning options out there. We love the TanTowel Self-Tan Towelettes! These easy-to-apply wipes are infused with a clear formula that ensures smooth application and a streak-free finish. They additionally include DHA and react with your skin's proteins for a natural-looking tan. The TanTowel Self-Tan Towelettes come in three different shades to best match the tone you desire.

Pro tip: You can prolong your glow by using a tanning lotion or tanning drops. We recommend the Aluram Golden Glow Body Lotion or the TanTowel Perfect Glow Drops!

Wear gloves! You don't want your hands to look like an Oompa Loompa.

Step 4: Let It Marinate
Wear loose, dark clothing and avoid water, sweating, or tight bras (really, your tan will thank you). Let the product sit for the recommended time before rinsing. Some formulas are overnight-friendly; just don’t sleep on white sheets unless you’re feeling risky.

Step 5: Rinse (Don’t Rub!)
Time for that first rinse! Use lukewarm water, skip the soap, and let the guide color wash away. You’re not dirty, it’s just the temporary bronzer doing its job.

Pro tips to maintain your masterpiece:

• Hydrate daily
• Avoid hot showers
• Exfoliate gently after a few days to avoid a patchy fade.
• Reapply your sunless tan every 5–7 days for an endless summer look.

You don’t need the sun to shine bright. With a little prep and the right product, your sunless tan can be flawless, fabulous, and totally foolproof. Beauty Care Choices gives you a variety of different options for sunless tanning to help you stay glowing this summer. Go forth and bronze, beauty!