Your face tan is not lazy — your skincare is just very hardworking. Here’s why fake tan and spray tan fade faster from your face, and which skincare ingredients may be stripping your glow.

If you are applying self tanning mousse at home, prep your skin like you would for a spray tan. Exfoliate properly with a good mitt the day before, do shaving and hair removal the day before, and shower at least four hours before application. Use less product on hands, feet and elbows, blend with a soft brush, and wear loose clothing after. At Personal Tanner in Brisbane, Karina recommends proper prep and smart application for a more natural-looking self tan.

Looking for a tan remover that actually helps lift old fake tan without making your skin feel dry and sorry for itself? At Personal Tanner in Brisbane, Karina shares why the TanOFF bar is one of her favourite Australian-made tan removers for weekly tanners.

Tanning mistakes we all do when we add too much tan on our face.