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The fake tan removers our beauty team swear by
Whether you're looking for a quick fix or to start afresh.
From orange palms to streaky-patches, fake tan application can be tricky to perfect. Errors - whether they're minor or catastrophic - are inevitable, whether you're a newbie or total pro. The solution? A brilliant fake tan remover.
These smart removers are packed with gentle exfoliating ingredients which quickly break down and lift away old colour. A good fake tan remover also helps to prep the skin, making it soft and receptive for your next application.
Don't get us wrong: fake tan removers did exist a few years ago. They came in the form of physical body scrubs, though, often sugar or salt based. As much as physical exfoliators do give a satisfyingly thorough scrub, the result is much more dependent on the user. A rough pressure on the arms and a light pressure on the legs might leave tan removal more patchy than when you started.
Modern tan removers harness the benefits of chemical, acid exfoliants. The result? On the a whole, a much more even (and less messy) removal process.
Whatever your mishap - caused by physical scrubs or patchy application - we've got you covered. Here's our round-up of fake tan removers our beauty team swear by. Ready, set, glow...
The sensitive fake tan remover
Packed with soothing probiotics this formula gently removes old tan without the need to scrub skin. Pump the light, non-sticky foam over dry skin, wait for five minutes and then rinse off.
The hydrating fake tan remover
A trio of hydrating oils (coconut, chia and avocado) in this micellar water mist refresh and smooth skin. Simply spritz over your body, lather up and rinse away in the shower. Not only does it whisk away old colour and dead skin cells, but it's fragranced with zingy peppermint and eucalyptus oils.
The multipurpose fake tan remover
Tanologist's versatile product can be used as primer before you tan, or as an eraser. To prime, simply massage over dry skin before showering and wash off. As an eraser, blend onto patchy areas or apply a small amount onto cotton wool and dab away streaks and blotches.
The soft-making fake tan remover
From the Australian tan masters themselves, this tan eraser lives up to expectations. With a dense foaming consistency, slather onto tan and leave on for five to ten minutes, not forgetting to pay extra attention to stubborn areas like elbows. Wash off in the shower to reveal nourished, silky-smooth and tan-free skin.
The super-speedy fake tan remover
There's no need to rinse this water-based formula off. Mist over skin and then wipe away streaks with a tissue or cotton wool. We wouldn't recommend using this on larger areas but it's perfect for quick fixes on the face, knees and elbows.
The fuss-free fake tan remover
We think Rose & Caramel's tan-removing bubble bath is one of a kind. Pour under a running tap, relax in the bath for 20 minutes and then use the exfoliating mitt to buff away fake tan residue. Simple, quick and easy... we don't know why no one has thought of this before!
The triple-threat fake tan remover
Not only does this remove old fake tan, but it also primes skin and corrects any application mistakes - helping you achieve that flawless summer hue. With hero ingredients such as salicylic acid for exfoliating, pumice for smoothing and glycerine for moisturising your skin will be ready for fresh tan in no time.
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