How to Cover Feet and Hands When Spray Tanning

Prevent uneven distribution of self-tanner to your hands and feet by covering your skin.

Your hands and feet have a tendency to absorb excessive amounts of tanner when you use spray tanners that contain chemicals or sugars designed to darken your skin. You can prevent over-darkening of your hands and feet by protecting them with protective coverings, or using products that will repel the self-tanner. Apply the tanner to your hands and feet after you have spray-tanned the rest of your body to create a more even, desirable look.

Things You'll Need

• Moisturizing cream
• Paper booties and mittens (optional)
• Clear fingernail polish
• Cuticle oil

Instructions

1. Paint your fingernails and toenails with a clear-coat polish.

2. Rub a thick layer of moisturizer over your hands and feet just before you tan.

3. Protect your cuticles by covering them with cuticle oil.

4. Consider wearing mittens or paper booties while spray-tanning to completely protect your hands and feet.

Tips & Warnings

• Apply self tanner to your hands and feet after you have spray-tanned the rest of your body.

• If you do get tanner on your palms or soles, you can use a scrub with a natural exfoliating enzyme to remove the upper layers of skin. This will help lighten and soften the effect.

References

• Magic Tan: Spray Tanning Myth Busters and Tanning Tips
• Woman Junction: How to Get a Spray Tan
• Prima Salon: Pre and Post Spray Tan Care Instructions