Every self tan starts dying the second it finishes developing. The question is how fast — and most tanners accelerate the fade without realising they’re doing it. Hot showers, chlorine, body retinol, exfoliating scrubs, even a long sweaty workout in tight leggings. Each one shortens the tan by a day.
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frequently asked.
Usually hot water, harsh body wash, or skincare actives (retinol, AHAs). Switch to cool showers, fragrance-free wash, and pause retinol while wearing the tan.
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