Throughout my life, I have never been tan. I was always pale with a hint of gold. Never was I actually "tan"! But, this summer I am the tannest I have ever been and I'm tanner than most people! After a lot of research and testing the waters, I found the secret to a perfect summer tan.
Baby Oil
You don't need to tan every single day but when you do, use baby oil. You could be sitting outside for five minutes a and you will go inside and see a MAJOR difference.
Manage "Tan Time"
Lay outside between 10 AM - 3 PM. This is when the sun is the highest in the sky and you will fry like bacon!!! The baby oil doesn't cause you any burn, you will turn a beautiful goldfish caramel color.
FLIP!
Please please flip! You do not want your front to be dark and your back to be Casper white. Flip that!
Water Water Water!
Laying near any kind of water is key! Water reflects sunlight like no tomorrow and sun is attracted to water. So, if you are near or on the water you will no doubt get color.
Skin Care
Exfoliating and Moisturizing is essential. When you come inside from your tan sesh, jump in the shower and use exfoliating scrub and lather in your favorite lotion when you get out. This makes your skin healthy and keeps your pigment. You do not want to look a funny color!
Take Breaks
When you are laying outside for 30 minutes you get bored, hot and sweaty and go inside and say I think I was out there long enough. If you take breaks to lay under an umbrella in the shade with a glass of water, you'll be set!
Now, go get that tan that you've been waiting for by the help of these tips!