Things You'll Need:
- Cotton washcloth
- Exfoliating liquid or lotion
- Clock or timer
- 3-inch sponge paintbrush
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Step 1
Showering first is importantTake a shower before applying self-tanner. You should use a good washcloth, preferably cotton, to scrub all the dead skin off.
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Step 2
Use an exfoliating liquid or cream to finish the process of preparing your skin for the application.
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Step 3
Drying off entirely before application is criticalMake certain to dry off completely before the self-tanner application process.
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Step 4
Use a sponge paintbrushPut the self-tanner solution/lotion on a sponge paintbrush. The 3-inch size works well for most. This is a very cheap utensil that you can purchase at Sears, Walgreens, Walmart or any number of retail stores.
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Step 5
Use the sponge paintbrush with the self-tanner on it to carefully spread the solution across your entire back. Use steady, even strokes. Apply the self-tanner more heavily than you would if applying a typical moisturizing lotion.
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Step 6
Avoid allowing anything to touch your back for 15 minutes. Do not participate in any activities that will make you sweat or cause any intense rubbing against your back for the rest of the hour after application.
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Step 7
Wait a full 8 hours before bathing. Following all of these steps should help you to have a beautiful even tan on your back that lasts for the ideally expected duration of time.
