How To Keep Your Tan After A Vacation | St. Tropez

The best thing about going on a sunny vacation is coming back with a beautiful, bronzed tan. But how long does a tan last? Frustratingly, it seemingly starts to fade as soon as you get home. So, how can you maintain a gorgeous, golden glow long after the vacation is over? Knowing how to keep a tan will help you to keep that care-free vacation feeling for longer. With that in mind, here is our advice on how to keep your tan from fading in 6 steps.

1. Moisturize  
2. Exfoliate 
3. Avoid hot showers and baths 
4. Apply a face tanning serum 
5. Use a St.Tropez gradual tan
6. Wear white to emphasize tanned skin 

How To Keep A Tan

So, how long does a tan last? When left to its own devices, a tan will naturally begin to fade after 7-10 days. Luckily, with a little extra care and attention, you can keep your skin tanned long after you’ve left the beach.

1. Moisturize tanned skin

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Want to know how to keep a tan from fading? If there’s one essential step that will help you to keep your tan after a vacation, it’s moisturizing. After spending days basking in the heat of the sun, your skin will feel dehydrated. Look for products that are rich in oils and creamy butters and ensure that you start to moisturize before your skin becomes dry. Once it starts to peel, unfortunately your holiday glow’s days are numbered. 

Our Tan Enhancing Body Moisturiser blends Shea Butter with Apricot Kernel Oil and Jojoba Seed Oil to keep the skin hydrated. Apply it religiously twice a day to keep tanned skin glowing for longer and feeling velvety soft and smooth. 

Top tip: If you’re looking for tips on how to keep a tan, make sure that you’re also drinking plenty of water. If your body is dehydrated, your skin will be too.