Self Tanning Routine with Golden Star Beauty

Hello everyone! We’ve (quickly) reached that time of the year when I start self tanning a little more than usual.  I luckily tan very easily during the summer naturally, so I really only use self tanner in the off months now- which if you live in Ohio is pretty much 9 out of the 12 months of the year (sadly).

I used to be a BIG tanning bed person, the reason was because I could never find a self tanner that I was able to use without turning myself orange and streaky. I have tried MANY self tanners over the last couple of years, and then Golden Star Beauty reached out about trying their self tanning line and I was blown away by their products! I’ve been using them for a little over a month now just to make sure I actually loved them before sharing with you all!

Golden Star Beauty Self Tanner with Tanning Mitt

Golden Star Beauty Self Tanner Facial Serum

Here is a quick look into my self tanning routine:

*I typically will self tan 1-2 times a week to keep it more natural looking, I shower and apply before bed and then I sleep with it on and will just wash off in the morning (do not use soap, etc, just water to wash off).

1. ALWAYS exfoliate and shave before applying self tanner. It not only helps to remove any dead skin and hair (obviously) but creates a smooth canvas for the lotion to be applied to. To exfoliate, I personally don’t use a specific product as much as I just use a loofa with my favorite body wash. I shave first, and then will just gently scrub over my entire body with the loofa and soap (I typically use a Dove body wash, nothing fancy).
2. After I completely dry myself off, I will apply my favorite moisturizer (CeraVe) to my elbows, knees, and my ankles to make sure that those areas stay hydrated while applying the self tanner.
3. Use the mitt (that comes with the Self Tanner), to apply thoroughly over your entire body, minus your face. Make sure when you do around your feet to lightly “dust” your feet with the tanner, but don’t overly apply or it will get streaky! I always dust the tops of my hands as well. Even if you use a mitt, WASH YOUR HANDS AFTER!
4. I personally use my hands to apply the face tanner, although you could always purchase a mini hand mitt for your face (like this). I LOVE that Golden Star Beauty carries a specific face tanner, what I also really like about their face tanner is that it is an oil, so it rubs on super easy and was easy to equally distribute all over my face. I use a small dime sized about and it is perfect – you could use more if you are looking to go darker, but I have slightly sensitive skin so I don’t push it! Again, don’t forget to wash those hands – you will regret it in the morning if you don’t 🙂
5. After everything has been applied I usually wait about 10 minutes or so until I put any clothes on or lay down just to make sure everything is dry.

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Happy tanning babes!

XOXO,

Alison