As I was primping and prepping for a fabulous evening out with my Valentine, I made sure to grab a new razor as I headed for the shower. Honestly, I hate shaving. It’s too time consuming and pointless—the hair seems to grow back the minute I step out of the shower anyway. Plus…I’m lazy and really hate running out of hot water mid-shower. But it was Valentines’ Day and what girl wouldn’t pull out all the stops?!
I bet you’re wondering why this is relevant or what kind of details I’m going to spill next.
Just juicy spray tan tips! When shaving before a spray tan, always do it 24-48 hours in advance of the tan. I know it seems counterproductive, but you don’t want to show up freshly shaven. Why? Because the solution can settle into your freshly opened pores/hair follicles resulting in an unwanted freckled appearance.
As for shaving after the tan, we recommend waiting the same 24-48 hours before shaving again. This will give your tan plenty of time to develop. Remember to avoid contact with water for 6-8 hours. During the life of your spray tan, be sure to shave with a new blade or new razor. Using an old, dull razor to shave can be painful, but it also strips off more skin than a new razor does. Of course, the more skin cells you lose, the quicker you lose your spray tan!
For best results and a long [spray tan] life, use products that are DHA Friendly. Check out our EnvyTan pre- and post-tan care products, the Sunless Secrets Pro Line ($22-$28). Grab a bottle of Bodyguard: DHA Friendly Body Wash ($22) to keep your tan looking glam and when you’re prepping for your next tan, Ambush: Pre-Tan Exfoliating Scrub ($26). Don’t forget touch ups with Lasting Envy: Spray Tan in a Can ($24)!
