Of course, when it comes to tanning, I never use sunbeds, ever - and on the same note, I would advise anyone that still does rely on sunbeds for their tan to seriously reassess what they’re doing and have a long, hard think about the damage they are inflicting on their skin. After all, there are now a whole host of amazing, safe tanning alternatives available to use, so why even run the risk of premature skin ageing and skin cancer?
It just isn’t worth it.
But like I say, I do love to don a gorgeous golden glow, and for this reason, I’ve tried and tested tons of fake tans - lotions, mousses, sprays... every formula you could possibly think of, basically! And now, with a wealth of self tanning experience under my belt, I like to think of myself as a bit of a tanning expert.
Friends, family, colleagues and social media followers alike have all asked what I use to tan and what my top tips are, but the truth is, while there are products that I always return to, I do like to switch up my routine and give different brands a chance to impress me.
I’ve been a huge fan of Palmer’s for years now, and have tried tons of their products. From the cult classic Palmer’s Cocoa Butter to the coconut oil hair mask and most recently, the Palmer’s coconut oil tanning lotion - which is what I’m going to talk to you about in this post.
Fuel PR kindly sent me a gorgeous Palmer’s Coconut Sugar Body Scrub and some of their new Coconut Oil Formula Natural Bronze Lotion a few days back, and I’ve been trialling both products since they arrived.
And I have to say, I am seriously impressed.
I’ve always had plenty of great things to say about Palmer’s but the coconut oil range really is something else and the results of my faux glow have been completely amazing.
I’ve found that by using the coconut oil body scrub prior to applying the tanning lotion, my tan has lasted much longer and of course, my skin just feels so much softer. Honestly, I’m genuinely thrilled with the results! - which is why I simply had to share a guide on how you can get great results, just like mine.
My Step-By-Step Guide To Getting A Great, Natural Looking Tan With Palmer's
1. Exfoliate Your Body With Palmer's Coconut Sugar Body Scrub
No matter what tan you are using, exfoliating is always the first, and potentially most important step of all. By exfoliating your skin, you are giving your body a really deep clean and ultimately sloughing away any dead skin, grime or even the remains of 'old tan' that may still be sitting on the top layer of your skin.
This part of the process is all about smoothing your skin and creating a soft, seamless base for your tan - and it really does work!
2. Shave
If you need to shave your legs, now is the time to do it - straight after exfoliating.
At this stage, I like to lather my legs in my favourite shower cream before carefully using my razor to remove any hair.
3. Moisturise Your Skin With Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula Natural Bronze
One of the many great things about this tan is that it's a lotion formula, so even if you have literally just exfoliated and shaved, you are free to apply the tan immediately afterwards. Other formulas with instant colour - such as dark mousses and sprays - can't be used while there is still water inside the pores.
This works completely fine, though!
I apply as many pumps as I feel necessary to cover my entire body, before rinsing my hands with soap and water to prevent any obvious 'tanning hands'!
Next, I slip on some loose clothing (joggers and a t-shirt is my usual go-to post tanning outfit) and allow the tan to develop.
And that's it! - Super simple, yet so effective. And not only will your skin be all evenly tanned and gorgeous, your entire body will feel super soft and smooth, too. Bliss.
I hope you enjoyed this blog post & I can't wait to share more with you soon. In the meantime, make sure you check out the full Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula Range here!
Lots of love,
Grace x
No matter what tan you are using, exfoliating is always the first, and potentially most important step of all. By exfoliating your skin, you are giving your body a really deep clean and ultimately sloughing away any dead skin, grime or even the remains of 'old tan' that may still be sitting on the top layer of your skin.
This part of the process is all about smoothing your skin and creating a soft, seamless base for your tan - and it really does work!
2. Shave
If you need to shave your legs, now is the time to do it - straight after exfoliating.
At this stage, I like to lather my legs in my favourite shower cream before carefully using my razor to remove any hair.
3. Moisturise Your Skin With Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula Natural Bronze
One of the many great things about this tan is that it's a lotion formula, so even if you have literally just exfoliated and shaved, you are free to apply the tan immediately afterwards. Other formulas with instant colour - such as dark mousses and sprays - can't be used while there is still water inside the pores.
This works completely fine, though!
I apply as many pumps as I feel necessary to cover my entire body, before rinsing my hands with soap and water to prevent any obvious 'tanning hands'!
Next, I slip on some loose clothing (joggers and a t-shirt is my usual go-to post tanning outfit) and allow the tan to develop.
And that's it! - Super simple, yet so effective. And not only will your skin be all evenly tanned and gorgeous, your entire body will feel super soft and smooth, too. Bliss.
I hope you enjoyed this blog post & I can't wait to share more with you soon. In the meantime, make sure you check out the full Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula Range here!
Lots of love,
Grace x
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