Fake
Bake’s guide to a long lasting tan - get ready for your close up!
The Grand National at Aintree launches later
this week, which sees us into a summer of events, parties, weddings and
holidays. Here at Team Fake Bake, we love checking out everyone’s looks
but, let’s face it, we also pore over the not-so-rights. We’ve all been there;
shoes that start off as red carpet winners and end up giving you feet like
trotters, skirts that get stuck in ankle straps, fascinators that fall off and
that dress you love that is so popular that every second girl you pass is
wearing one. Make-up that looks fabulous when filtered on Snapchat can look a
bit harsh in broad daylight. Hair that looks elegant in a salon chair looks
like a helmet when the breeze gets near it.
And then there’s the tan. The tabloids love a
tanning disaster - from streaky calves to orange ankles, they are ruthless when
it comes to having a go. Even the most seasoned tanner can walk into an event
glowing and by the end of it look like they have melted. Add too much sun, a
gust of wind and a splash of rain, and you realise why your self tan has to
really work hard for you when it comes to shining at an event - for all the
right reasons.
We spoke to Claire at LV Spray Tanning in
Derby - as well as being on our team of Elite Tanners she’s also an
expert in getting her clients ready for all-day and into-the-night parties.
What's
the best skin prep for the week running up to a day at the Races?
My
three winning tips to ensure you have the best results are;
1)
Exfoliate! Do this a few times in the week leading up to your tan, this
will make your tan last much longer by revealing new, fresh skin.
2)
Moisturise! Twice a day as this will prevent dryness and provide the
perfect tanning base (this will also get you in the habit for after your tan
too!) Try using Fake Bake’s Coconut Oil Free Moisturiser (£10). It
contains Pro Vitamin B5 to help moisturise the skin pre and post tanning and is
fragranced with the delicious scent of coconut.
3)
Hydrate! Drinking lots of water can help the longevity of your tan! The
more hydrated you are, the longer it
will last and the more evenly it will fade.
What
should we be doing the night before?
Any
hair removal should ideally be done 24-48 hours before any tanning treatment,
this gives your pores enough time to close. During your pre-tan shower Fake
Bake’s Coconut Body Polish (£10) is your best bet! This gently exfoliates
the skin whilst removing dead skin cells, it also will not leave a soap residue
that can prevent even penetration of the tanning product. Apply an oil free
moisturiser after to replenish dry skin. When you are applying your fave Fake
Bake self tan use the Bronzie 3-in-1 Mitt (£14.99) get to hard to
reach places so the paps don’t spot any pale patches.
Any
tips on keeping your tan looking good and lasting well on the day itself?
Post
Tan Run-Down;
Moisturise, Hydrate and Maintain!
Moisturising
is key for the best results!
Hydrate, this is a great tip whether
you’ve had a
spray tan or not! Good skin starts from within so if you really want to glow,
make sure you stay well hydrated.
And
finally, Maintain! You can also extend the life of your tan by applying
a gradual tanner, I recommend Fake Bake Fair Gradual Self-Tan Lotion
(£24.95) as this can be re-applied over consecutive days giving complete
control of the colour development.
As an
alternative, I recommend having a professional Fake Bake spray tan, as
this is the best way to guarantee every inch of your skin is evenly sun kissed
for that big event!
Tell
us about your love for the brand and your own personal pick of Races looks…
My
love for tanning really started when I discovered Fake Bake, and I was
personally trained by the Fake Bake team in London, and it was after
this that I launched my own spray tanning service. Over the past five years I
have built up a loyal client base and a great reputation, which has since lead
my expertise to photoshoot tanning, fitness competitors, stage performers, TV
casting, Bloggers and YouTube channels as well as my clients from all over
Derbyshire, which is what I am best known for.
I
created this look on Blogger Sophie Ottewell whose Stitches of Style
has a big Insta following, and I think this a perfect, fresh young look for a
day out at the Races, as it is really contemporary and informal. The set from
In The Style sets off her golden glow. I love it!
And last, but not
least, the look we would choose if the budget was unlimited and we had legs
this long! The tousled waves, the monochrome dress, the iconic bag and two-tone
pumps……
Kaia Gerber wearing
Chanel Couture, photographed in Coco’s Paris Apartment by Karl Lagerfeld
(Chanel Official
Instagram)
Credits and stockists:
All Fake Bake products
are available at www.fakebake.co.uk where you can also contact us about our
Professional spray tanning services and training courses.
You can follow Claire
on Instagram @lvspraytanningexpert or check her out at www.lvspraytanning.co.uk/
You can follow Sophie
on Insta @sophieottewell who kindly allowed us to use her image.
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