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The Sun
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
My secret ‘lifesaver' hack avoids patchy fake tan all summer long – it's all thanks to a £1.50 buy
Abigail Wilson, Senior Digital Writer Published: Invalid Date, A BEAUTY enthusiast has shared a super simple trick to avoid patchy fake tan. So if you struggle to get a natural tan and plan to slap on the St. Moriz tanning mousse now that the sun is out, you've come to the right place and will need to take notes. 3 3 3 There's nothing worse than spending ages applying fake tan, only to wake up the next morning looking like a piece of tiger bread. But luckily for you, you'll no longer have to worry about this beauty faux pas, as a young woman named Catherine has shared the purse-friendly product she can't live without for an even glow. Posting on social media, the young beauty fan who regularly shares 'all things fake tan' as well as " frugal beauty tips ' online, took to TikTok to show off 'the best quick fix for a patchy fake tan '. During the eight-second clip, we saw Catherine in her dressing gown, as she revealed how she uses baby oil - yes, you heard that correctly - in her fake tan routine. After applying the Bahama Body Ultra Dark tan, the content creator wrote: 'The best quick fix for a patchy fake tan on the neck/chest/hands? Baby oil and [a] fluffy blush.' Catherine demonstrated her beauty guidance, as she applied a few drops of baby oil onto a make-up brush and lightly ran the brush over her neck. She confirmed that she does this before washing her fake tan off if she spots any stubborn patches, but claimed that it also works after showering off fake tan too. The beauty buff then explained: 'I use this to smooth out any mistakes. 'If you use the right amount of oil it should just blend it - you need to use a tiny amount, about one or two drops!' She claimed that her simple beauty tip 'works so well' and is 'the best hack', so if you're fed up with a tan that looks uneven, you'll need to give this a try. I love being brown all year but hate fake tan - my £5 hack means I can get a glow in seconds & DON'T smell like biscuits You'll find baby oil in a number of different high-street stores and supermarkets, as if you're on a budget, this is perfect for you. You'll be pleased to know that this hack won't empty your wallet, as you can nab baby oil for only £1.48 from Asda, £1.49 from Superdrug and £1.50 from Sainsbury's. Fake Tan Lovers Guide to Applying it Streak-Free Here's Fabulous ultimate guide to a flawless, streak-free fake tan that will leave you looking like you've just stepped off the beach... Preparation is Key A streak-free tan starts with proper skin prep. Exfoliate your skin thoroughly 24 hours before application. Focus on rough areas like elbows, knees and ankles to ensure an even canvas. Opt for an exfoliator with natural ingredients to avoid irritation. Hydration Station Moisturise your entire body right after exfoliating, but pay extra attention to dry patches. On the day of tanning, only apply a light, oil-free moisturiser to these areas a few hours before you plan to tan. This prevents the tan from clinging to dry spots and developing unevenly. Formulate, Don't Hate Selecting the right fake tan product can make all the difference. Mousse formulas are easiest to apply and blend. Tanning drops can be added to your regular face moisturiser to match your face with your body. Application O'Clock Using a tanning mitt is non-negotiable for an even application. Dispense a small amount of product onto the mitt and apply in long, sweeping motions. Start from your ankles and work your way up to avoid creases. Apply sparingly on joints and use a fluffy make-up brush for your hands and feet. Post-Tan Care Once you've applied your tan, allow it to dry completely before dressing. Loose, dark clothing is best to avoid transferring colour. Avoid water and sweat for at least six to eight hours while the tan develops. After your first rinse, pat your skin dry gently and moisturise daily to prolong your tan. Beauty fans beam The clip, which was posted under the username @ catherinnnneeeeee, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly gone viral and racked up 1.4 million views. Not only this, but it's also amassed 100,100 likes, 338 comments and 22,400 saves. Fake tan fans were impressed with Catherine's 'life changing' hack and many quickly flocked to the comments to express this. One person said: 'Omg I need to try.' Another added: 'Ohhh good to know.' A third commented: 'Omg lifesaver.' Whilst another beauty enthusiast chimed in and simply beamed: 'Game changer.' Meanwhile, someone else questioned: 'Does it work on eczema?!?!' To this, Catherine replied and wrote: 'I've never had eczema so I'm not too sure - but it works on dry areas for me.'
Daily Mail
13-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
I've bought countless bottles of this brilliant fake tan - and it's currently only £2.09 from Boots
I was listening to a history podcast the other day, where they explained that once upon a time, being extremely pale was considered the height of beauty, and for a fleeting moment, I felt a bit sad that I wasn't around in medieval times. Unfortunately nowadays my pasty skin is not the most desirable look going, but I can't be bothered with the effort of tanning naturally, let alone the risk of sunburn, skin cancer and premature ageing that exposing my skin to the sun's rays can bring. I do, however, want a tan. But many of the fake tans I've tried (and believe me, I've experimented with a lot) are far from foolproof. They require meticulous application with a tanning mitt, generally in front of a mirror, where I can contort myself into weird positions and check I haven't missed a spot. Afterwards I have to spend ages wiping the product off various areas where it can look dodgy – the heels of my hands, elbows, knees and so on – so that I don't end up with bright orange patches the next day. The results are good, but to be honest the process is too much of a faff. This is why I love gradual tan. It's a particular genre of tanning product that's part moisturising body lotion, part fake tan, and crucially doesn't leave dramatic streaks or cling on to dry patches like mousses and sprays occasionally do. Also, despite the name, I don't find the process of tanning with one of these products is too gradual – after one application, you definitely looking more bronzed. I've tried a lot of gradual tans – the St Tropez one is gorgeous – but if we're talking value for money, then I cannot rate the Dove Gradual Tanning Lotion highly enough. It delivers a lovely, natural looking colour, is extremely easy to apply and is available in two shades – light to medium, or medium to dark – so you can decide how deep you want your tan to be. I've got through countless bottles of the stuff, normally applied haphazardly while I'm watching telly, and never had a tanning disaster with it. Dove Summer Revived Gradual Tanning Lotion For Face & Body £2.09 Shop When I popped to Boots yesterday, I noticed that this brilliant tanner is currently even more of a bargain, as it's on offer half price at £2.09 (normally £4.19). Having stocked up on several bottles myself, I decided it was only fair to share the news – especially when I noticed the product has 449 five-star reviews online, so I'm clearly not the only one enamoured. Happy bronzing.
