How to make fake tan look natural

The secret to achieving natural-looking fake tan? Thorough preparation.

The day before, cleanse and exfoliate your entire body, paying special attention to rough areas such as elbows and knees. This will remove any dead skin and create a smooth, soft canvas for an even, streak-free tan.

After showering, apply moisturiser all over your body to ensure your fake tan won’t have any dry areas to cling to.

When it comes to application, make sure to apply fake tan in an even layer with smooth, circular motions and use care to not over-apply to areas prone to dryness such as elbows and knees.

But we’ve got one more tip for you. Go for fake tan formulations that contain both dihydroxyacetone (DHA) and erythrulose. On its own, DHA might give your skin that unwanted brownish orange shade. The addition of erythrulose will help create a more natural-looking tan.