Top Tanning Tips

Many of our KORA Organics customers are loyal fans of our Gradual Self-Tanning Lotion & Sun-Kissed Glow Body Oil. If you haven’t tried them, and you’re after a natural, sun-kissed tan, these sunless tanning products are perfect for you! Unlike many other ‘natural’ tanners, our Gradual Self-Tanning Lotion is free of any toxic chemicals and uses DHA (Dihydroxyacetone), that is naturally derived from sugar, to deliver a natural tanning effect in a safe and healthy way. Our Sun-Kissed Glow Body Oil’s bronzed shimmer is derived from natural mineral pigments called Mica and Iron Oxides. Mica powder provides a subtle shimmer, while the Iron Oxides are the natural colors that provide the beautiful bronze hue. For the best results we have put together our Top Tanning Tips below:

PREPARATION

Preparation is key for making your self-tan stick! It only takes a few preparation steps that can make a big difference to your natural-looking glow.

Hair Removal

If you need to use hair removal products or shave, make sure it is 24 hours before applying your self-tanning lotion. This will stop your self-tanner from seeping into your fresh pores and also allow any irritation to settle and heal properly, creating a smooth surface for application. Shaving too close to tanning time can leave your tan looking speckly.

Exfoliate

Exfoliating ensures you remove all the dead and flaky skin that may cause your tan to look uneven and patchy, and will only dull your glow. Exfoliate with our Body Exfoliator or Dry Body Brush to ensure a smooth and even canvas for your tan to work on. Like hair removal, this is best done 24hrs prior to self- tanning, however if you’re strapped for time at least wait a few hours after exfoliating and having a shower for your skin to completely dry.

Prevent Color Grabbing

You don’t need to apply any oils or lotions after your shower in preparation for your tanning application. You want to apply your tanning lotion to clean skin. Moisturising your entire body can cause your tan to have streaks or uneven blotches. However, on thicker, drier areas such as elbows, knees, ankles, the palms of the hands, knuckles and soles of the feet you should apply a light layer of moisturiser to ensure even absorption and no harsh lines.

APPLICATION

Now that you’ve done all that preparation it’s time to apply your tan. We suggest you set yourself up with a full length mirror and some good lighting to make sure you can see where you’re applying and that it’s applied evenly.

If you’re using your hands to apply the tanning lotion make sure you wash your hands afterwards to ensure you don’t end up with hands that are a few shades darker than the rest of your body. Otherwise, try sourcing an eco-friendly mitt for a streak-free finish.

Always start with a small amount and thin layers and then build accordingly. Sweeping, blending motions work better than circular motions.

Tricky Spots

For those tricky spots like your feet and hands try and use the left over lotion from your application as they should be the last spots to tan. You could also use an old makeup brush to help blend in those tricky spots.

Adding Color to Your Face

You can add a little bit of our Gradual Self-Tanning Lotion to your face moisturizer to leave you with the right amount of coverage that you can go foundation free and match to your body application.

Air Time

Allow your tan to fully dry before getting dressed. Make sure you’ve got some loose clothing handy if you need to cover up while you’re waiting. If you’re in a hurry and left your tanning to the last minute, pop your hairdryer on cool to try and speed up the drying time.

POST TAN CARE

Rehydrate

Prolong the life of your tan by apply a body moisturizer like our Enriched Body Lotion over the top.

Enhance

For some extra glow, enhance your tan with a light layer of the Sun-Kissed Glow Body Oil and highlight areas with the Rose Quartz Lumnizer and Noni Glow Body Balm.