Revolution Beauty London Beauty, Buildable Face Tanning Drops, Self Fake Tan, 50ml

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You might be wondering why you can't just use your good old body tanner on your face. But facial tanning drops are specifically designed to deliver both glow and some skincare benefits, too.

Any exfoliation must always take place at least a few hours before you apply a new layer of self-tan. And ensure you avoid any oil-based shower gels or moisturisers ahead of tanning, as the oil will act as a barrier.’ All you have to do is apply a few drops to your face, whether you apply directly to your skin, blend with your moisturiser, or on your hands before blending in, as you would any other face serum.

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STEP 2: Prep time! For flawless results, exfoliate the day before using the Revolution Glow Exfoliating Mitt. Make sure to also cleanse your skin 20-30 minutes before tanning. Streak-free, sweat-resistant and enriched with nourishing Coconut Water and a Pineapple scent. Available in Light/Medium, Dark and Ultra Dark.

They are super simple to use, you can apply two to three drops directly to your face, and let it sink in, similar to a moisturiser, or you can blend with a serum as a tan enhancer. While exfoliating with your trusted AHA or BHA toner is great for getting rid of any dead skin cells for a flawless application, it's important to wait a few hours – or overnight – before applying your tanning drops over the top. You can also combine the drops with your daily moisturiser for a lighter finish,’ Michaella Bolder, St. Tropez’s tanning and skincare expert, explains. ‘Avoid using any exfoliating products directly before applying tan and don't use it in conjunction with vitamin A or retinol. To keep your tan looking healthy and radiant ensure you keep your skin hydrated; opt for a rich butter or moisturiser to help nourish your skin and prolong your tan." Unlike other tanning formulas – like creams and mousses – tanning drops resemble your daily serum in application and texture. They can be sandwiched between your daily or nightly serum and your go-to moisturiser – with no mitt required.Bolder advises: "Wait a few moments before applying your moisturiser and avoid using any exfoliating products directly before applying tan and don't use in conjunction with vitamin A or retinol’. Do you need to wash off face tanning drops? Tanning drops are a formula which contain a self tan formula to give your skin a faux sun tan, and depending on the product can vary from light to dark shades. Tanning drops allow you to totally customise your glow – adding as much or as little colour as you'd like. You can also mix them into your favourite moisturiser to create your own custom gradual tan. Do you need to wash off face tanning drops?

Our panel of 260 beauty testers tried 17 brands of face tanning drops for two weeks, to see which left skin looking sun-kissed. They made a note of how easy each one was to apply, their scent, as well as if they saw any patches or streaks. We also used a Digi-Eye machine to assess how evenly the tan faded over seven days, giving each a score out of five. Squeeze 2-6 drops into the palm of your hand, then sweep around your face using two fingers as you would your serum. Wait a few moments before applying your moisturiser. You can also combine the tonic drops with your daily moisturiser for a lighter finish." To create the perfect base for a long-lasting tan, Michaella Bolder, St. Tropez’s Tanning and Skincare Expert, shares her top tips:Face tanners are designed specifically for the face as they contain skincare level ingredients targeted to help treat our daily concerns and strengthen the skin's barrier, as well as add a natural golden finish, rather than a deeper tan result found in body products."