This is just as important.

Aftercare Can Make or Break Your Tan.

While your tan develops:

Wear loose, dark clothing throughout the developing time (typically 1-4 hours if using a rapid/express solution or 8-12 hours for a regular solution).

Do not get wet or sweaty as that may cause streaks & or blotchiness.

Do not touch the solution with your palms.

If sleeping in the solution, wear long sleeves/long pants and avoid skin-on-skin contact, so sorry, as that can cause streaking.

After you shower - keep moisturized.

Tanning solution only penetrates the first dermal layer so stay away from harsh soaps and products, and other abrasive cleansers or lotions that contain chemicals that can take off your tan.

Use conditioner on the skin when shaving, plus shave lightly to help protect your tan.

Use a tan extending lotion to help preserve your tan for 3-5 more days.

Use organic / natural-made soaps.

To preserve your tan:

Always pat dry when getting out of the pool, shower, mud pit, etc.

Keep getting into water to a minimum. Obviously enjoy yourself if you are on vacation! Just be aware that this will shorten the life of your tan :).

Wear oil-free sunblock and apply approximately 15 minutes before going into the pool, ocean or jacuzzi to help protect your tan as best as possible.