If you love having a year-round tan, you’re going to LOVE these DIY self-tanner recipes! Unlike store-bought self-tanners, these DIY self-tanner recipes are much healthier for your skin as they contain 100% natural ingredients and won’t leave your skin orange. Many commercial tanning products also contain alcohols which can dry out the skin as well as irritate sensitive skin.
Using a DIY tanning lotion also reduces your risk of skin cancer as you’re not spending as much time in the sun (or at least we hope you wouldn’t be!). For sun-kissed skin, we always advise sunless tanning over actual tanning! A fake tan can be JUST as great as a real tan, especially if you use any of these DIY self-tanner recipes!
DIY Self Tanner Recipes
Benefits:
- No orange spots or weird streaks.
- You can customize the color just by changing the recipe up a little!
- Super cheap to make and will save you hundreds of dollars a year.
- No harsh chemicals or alcohols.
#1. Cocoa Powder Sunless Tanning Lotion
You’ll Need:
- Unscented white lotion
- 100% pure cocoa powder
Directions:
- Start out by mixing 1/2 cup of the unscented white lotion with about 1/3 cup of pure cocoa powder.
- Mix well with a fork until all lumps are gone.
- Keep in mind that the lotion will appear darker in the bowl than on your skin.
- If you’d like a darker color, add a little bit more cocoa powder.
- For a lighter color, add a little bit more lotion.
- Store in a clean jar or container.
Using the DIY Self Tanner:
- Exfoliate the face and body 2-3 times a week for the best results. Removing the dead skin cells that chill on the top layer of your skin will ensure a more even tan.
- Rub the self-tanner on dry skin, making sure to cover all areas. You will be able to see the tanner as you’re applying it.
- Wait 3-5 minutes for it to dry.
- Apply as often as needed. Read more
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