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Usually between two to five days, but it varies between products. Your skin type also affects its durability, and how often you shower does too. To keep the results nicer for longer, you should exfoliate your skin a few days before applying the product.
As the days pass, the colour from the product will fade; usually, it will take a week to fully disappear. If you want to remove it quicker there are tan removers you can use.
It’s different from product to product, but usually, you should let the product develop for at least four hours. Read the product packaging, as the exact time for your particular product should be on the package.
In self-tanners, there is an active ingredient called dihydroxyacetone (DHA), which is a type of natural sugar. When you apply the cream or foam onto your skin, the proteins and amino acids of the skin react to the DHA, creating a darker shade.
Yes, self-tan only covers the outer layer of skin, and because a natural tan affects the deeper layers of skin, you can still tan naturally. It could be a good idea to not lie in the sun right away after applying the tan though, as your skin can initially become a little sensitive.
No, self-tanners are not damaging for your health or skin.
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