How to Get Self-Tanning Lotion Off

Self-tanning lotion can help you achieve bronzed skin without ever seeing the sun's rays. Since the sun and tanning beds are responsible for a range of issues, such as premature aging, sunspots and skin cancer, self-tanning lotion is the safest way to achieve a tan. Unfortunately, mishaps can occur with self tanner. Whether your skin has taken on an orange-like hue or you've got fake tan streaks, you can remedy the situation. With a few simple steps, you can effectively get self-tanning lotion off your skin.

Things You'll Need

• Soap Body scrub Loofah Baking soda Lemon juice Self-tanning lotion remover

Instructions

1. Wash the area immediately. If the self-tanning lotion was recently applied, you can remove it before it has a chance to work on your skin. Promptly wash the area with soap and warm water. If washed thoroughly, the self-tanning lotion should be removed from your skin.

2. Exfoliate your skin. Self-tanning lotion dyes the top layer of your skin, allowing it to achieve the tanned look. If you exfoliate that top layer, you'll be able to get back to your natural skin color. Use a loofah and body scrub to exfoliate your skin.

3. Apply lemon juice to your skin. Lemon juice is a wholly natural bleaching agent. Its acidity lightens dark areas. Simply apply it to the skin, and it will gradually remove the self-tanning lotion.

4. Mix equal parts baking soda and water. Use the solution as a scrub on your skin. The baking soda will deeply cleanse the skin, helping to remove the self-tanning lotion.

5. Soak in a tub full of hot water. Your dyed skin cells will absorb the hot water, helping to dilute the self-tanning lotion.

6. Use self-tanning lotion remover. This product removes self-tanning lotion from your skin. Simply apply the remover to the affected areas, and you'll notice they lighten. You need to repeat the application every few hours to completely remove the self-tanning lotion.

Tips & Warnings

• Use products that contain hydroxy acids. These acids encourage skin cell regeneration, helping your fake tan to disappear more quickly.