How to apply sunbed lotion– Sunkissed-Tanning

Quick answer

Apply it to clean, dry skin shortly before your session, following the instructions on the bottle. Use a thin, even layer, working in sections, and blend well around knees, elbows and ankles. Keep it away from your eyes, wash your hands straight after if it contains a bronzer, and patch test any tingle lotion 24 hours before you first use it.

Before you apply

Start with clean, dry skin. Take off make-up, perfume and deodorant where you can.
Exfoliate the day before, not just before your session, for a smoother, more even finish.
Patch test new tingle or bronzer lotions on your inner arm 24 hours before: see what does a tingle lotion do?

Step by step

Check the bottle. Instructions vary between lotions, especially on how long before your session to apply.
Use a small amount at a time. A thin layer is enough. Too much can feel sticky and, with bronzers, look streaky.
Work in sections: legs, arms, body, then back (ask for help or use a long-handled applicator).
Blend dry areas lightly: knees, elbows, ankles and hands need less product.
Wash your hands straight away if the lotion has a bronzer, then wipe over the backs of your hands for an even look.

Areas to take care with

Keep lotion away from your eyes and lips.
Use a facial tanning lotion on your face rather than a body tingle: see do you need a separate face lotion?
Cover tattoos or use a tattoo-friendly lotion.