How to Remove a Fake Spray On Tan
You don't have to live with a bad spray tan. Here's how to remove your spray tan painlessly, naturally, cheaply. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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TUB SOAK
Soaking in a tub of warm water and baby oil can really help loosen the tan. If you prefer, you can also use a moisturizing bubble bath like Calgon. Add a little baking soda to help loosen the tan.
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SCRUB
Baby oil often works to remove fake spray on tans. Try applying to your skin, and allow it to set for several minutes. Then, take a washcloth with a little baby oil on it and start scrubbing. If this method is not effective, try mixing some baby oil with baking soda to make a paste. Apply the paste directly to your skin and scrub.
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LEMON JUICE
If baby oil fails to remove your tan, try scrubbing the stubborn areas with lemon juice.
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STAINED NAILS
Acetone (nail polish remover) can be used to remove tanning stains from under and on top of finger nails.
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Tips & Warnings
Don't laugh at baking soda. It's nature's miracle.
DO NOT APPLY ACETONE TO YOUR BODY OR ADD TO A TUB SOAK. SERIOUS INJURY COULD OCCUR.
USE CAUTION WHEN WORKING WITH ACETONE!
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Comments
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Anonymous
Apr 26, 2011
If you need to remove your spray tan.... -
brantsbabe
Sep 11, 2008
Yeah, I've been there before. Great ideas. I like the lemon juice idea. -
adrugay
Aug 07, 2008
Helpful tips - hopefully will never have to use them! Thanks! -
Hapworth
Aug 04, 2008
This reminds me of the episode of Friends when Monica, I think, got a fake tan at a booth and it made her too dark. Great tips. -
Kristie Leong M.D.
Aug 04, 2008
This is super helpful! I've had more than one bad sunless tanning application. Thanks. :-)