How long should self-tanner develop before showering?

Wait at least 6 to 8 hours, ideally overnight. By then, the colour has fully developed and will no longer rinse off.

How do you make self-tanner last longer?

Hydrate your skin daily, for example with a body lotion such as the MARC INBANE Tan Maximizer, avoid hot showers and oil, gently pat the skin dry and apply a thin touch-up layer every 3 to 4 days.

Can you make self-tanner develop faster?

You cannot speed up the development time of DHA, but you can choose a fast-drying product and wear loose, dark clothing so the colour can develop undisturbed.

Which self-tanner lasts the longest?

A Gradual Tanning Lotion, such as the one from MARC INBANE, lasts up to 14 days with daily use, while a tanning mousse lasts up to 9 days. Lighter self-tanning sprays and tanning drops have a shorter, more subtle wear time.

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How long does self-tanner last?

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“ Hydration slows down the shedding of skin cells, and it is exactly this shedding that causes your colour to fade ”

A self-tanner gives you a complexion that lasts for a few days and then fades naturally. Exactly how long it lasts depends on the product, your skin type and your skincare routine. The complete self-tanning guide gives you the bigger picture; here, you will learn how long your colour lasts, how long it needs to develop before you shower, and how to keep the result even for as long as possible.

How long does self-tanner last?

On average, self-tanner remains visible for 3 to 7 days. The colour gradually fades as your skin renews itself and the coloured skin cells shed. With daily hydration, you can keep your complexion looking beautiful for noticeably longer.

How long your colour lasts varies per product and per person. Dry skin sheds dead skin cells more quickly, which means the colour lasts for a shorter time and may fade less evenly. Well-hydrated skin, on the other hand, holds on to the complexion more evenly for longer. So, how long your tan lasts is partly in your own hands through your skincare routine.

How long does self-tanner need to develop?

The colour becomes visible within 2 to 3 hours and is fully developed after 6 to 8 hours. That is why you should wait at least 6 to 8 hours, ideally overnight, before showering, exercising or coming into contact with water.

During this development time, the active ingredient DHA reacts with the upper skin cells and the colour builds up. If you rinse it off too early, you interrupt that process and the result will be lighter and less even. It is therefore best to apply your self-tanner in the evening, so it can develop calmly while you sleep.

What determines how long your colour lasts?

How long your colour lasts, also known as the wear time, depends on the product type, your skin type and your hydration. Richer formulas such as a mousse or gradual lotion last longer than a lightweight spray or drops.

Each MARC INBANE product has a different wear time: the Natural Tanning Spray lasts up to 5 days, the Natural Tanning Mousse up to 9 days, the Perle de Soleil drops up to 4 days, and the Gradual Tanning Lotion builds gradually and lasts up to 14 days with daily use. Choose your product based on how long you want to maintain the result.

How do you keep your tan beautiful for longer?

You can prolong your complexion by hydrating the skin daily with a body lotion, avoiding long hot showers, gently patting the skin dry and applying a thin touch-up layer every 3 to 4 days.

Hydration slows down the shedding of skin cells, and it is exactly this shedding that causes your colour to fade. A daily Tan Maximizer keeps the cells stable for longer, helping your tan stay noticeably more even. Touch up your colour in time with a thin layer, rather than waiting until it fades unevenly.

What should you avoid?

Avoid long hot showers and baths, rubbing the skin dry harshly, exfoliating and oil-based products. These speed up the shedding of the skin and cause your complexion to fade faster and less evenly.

Heat and friction loosen the upper skin layer, and oil helps break down the colour. Gently pat your skin dry instead of rubbing, and save exfoliation for the moment you actually want to remove your tan. For that, see the guide on removing self-tanner.

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