We all dream of that perfect, sun-kissed skin that glows of summer, but it’s easier said than done to get the tan you want. You either get sunburned and your tanned skin peels immediately, leaving you raw and tender, or you can’t get colour no matter how hard you try. Luckily, we have some tanning tips for you to get that beautiful tanned skin you want for weeks after you leave the beach. Please always be cautious while exposing yourself to the sun, as it increases the risk of skin cancer, so precautions must be taken.

 

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Pre-tanning exfoliation:

When you exfoliate you remove the dead skin off your body and leave only the new, fresh skin exposed. This way you don’t waste your time tanning the dead cells on top and you will get an even tan that lasts longer.

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Less time, more frequent:

It’s not the amount of hours per day, it’s actually the frequency that will make your skin tan. So, be patient and go tan in the sun around 30 minutes a day, three times a week instead of rushing it by spending a whole day in the sun. This will give you a better colour that will last much longer and it will save you the trouble of ending up looking like a ripe tomato. Besides, it will also lessen the risk of getting skin cancer.

asleep. Don’t forget to split the time between your back and front.Tip: It’s better to set a timer or an alarm, so you don’t get carried away or fall

 

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Tan at the right time:

When it comes to tanning outdoors, you should avoid soaking up the sun’s rays from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm, because this is when the sun is at its peak. This means it’s not safe and you’re more likely to get burnt.

 

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Sunscreen for your own good:

Don’t ditch your sunscreen. Yes, you read that right! It’s for your own good. You’ll still tan even if you used a sunscreen with SPF 15, the only difference is that you’ll have a better and safer tan. Sunscreen acts by blocking the harmful UV rays and allowing the beneficial ones, so even a low SPF is better than no protection at all.

Tip: The fairer your skin the higher the SPF you need to use. Don’t forget to protect your eyes by wearing shades or the special eye covers for protection.

 

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Be cautious of tanning lines:

Tanning lines are a problem for some people. There are a number of ways in which you can avoid them. You can adjust your bikini straps by either putting them under your shoulders or you can use a tan-through swimming suit, a new kind of swimming suit that lets UV rays pass through it.

 

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Moisturize post-tanning:

Moisturizing your skin after tanning is necessary, as your skin gets dehydrated after it’s exposed to sunlight for a period of time. The more moisture you keep on your skin, the longer your skin will live, and the longer your tan will last.