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Planning

Be prepared to set aside at least a half hour to an hour to apply your tan lotion, and be sure that you have a plan for how to reach all those tricky spots. ask a friend to help you reach your back and any other area's that are diffucult to reach.

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Preparation

Exfoliate and moisturise before fake tan lotion application. Concentrate especially on dry areas such as knees, ankles and elbows, and apply tan lotion sparingly to these areas, try mixing the tan lotion with a little moisturiser as this makes it easier to apply the tan lotion more evenly.

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Application

Start from your feet and work up, as this way you don't get lines and streaks on your upper body from bending over. Apply the tan lotion in even, circular motions, do not put your clothes back on for at least half an hour after each application as it could stain your clothes, sit on a towel in a room with a comfortable temperature until the tan lotion drys, and remember if you apply the tan lotion before going to bed, put an old towel on top of the sheets to avoid staining your sheets and mattress.

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How long will it take to work?

Most fake tan lotions take around two to four hours to develop, and some continue to work overnight, you may find you need two to three applications for a deep colour, plan these extra applications in advance, and don't apply extra coats too quickly as it can lead to uneven colour and flaking.

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How do I remove it?

To remove fake tan lotion there are loads of products widely available from chemists, but there is a simple cheap way to acheive pretty much the same results, While in the shower, wash and shave as usual, then gently rub baking soda with your palms or by using a sponge or washcloth, be carefull when applying baking soda to the face to not get it anywhere near your eyes.

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