AVOID WATER
It is incredibly important to the sunless tanning process that you avoid water contact completely for a minimum of 4 hours after application. Similar to sweating, water contact may cause streaking and uneven color application. It takes about 4 hours for the sunless tanning to absorb into the skin and create the desired glow. Rinsing or washing before these 4 hours may remove the tanning product and result in undesired color effects.

WAIT TO SHOWER
For the best sunless tanning results, wait at least 12 hours before bathing or cleansing.  When bathing for the first time after your session, use a mild moisturizing body wash. Avoid bar soaps or products with high pH, as they will strip your color and increasingly fade your tan.  After bathing, pat your skin dry with a soft towel. Do not rub your skin to dry off, as this may cause streaking and incorrect removal of the sunless tan. If you are not able to wait the full 12 hours before bathing, avoid using any soaps or cleansers. Rinsing with water will remove the excess solution without the risk of stripping color.

AVOID SWIMMING
Avoid any kind of chemically-treated water or products for at least 24 hours after your sunless tanning session.  Contact with certain chemicals, specifically chlorine, will cause premature fading of the recently applied tan.

OTHER INFORMATION
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