How Long Does a Spray Tan Last? Your Guide to Fake Tanner Maintenance

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and or looking for the perfect , a or makes any skin-bearing outfit look better. However, most of us don't have the time to catch some rays or can risk the for the perfect bronze tan.

Luckily, fake tanners is one of the best ways to get glowing quick, without any harm to your skin.Although tanners are temporary—nothing lasts forever, right?—there are a few things you can do to keep yourself glowing in the days to come.

Ahead, , founder of shares everything you need to know about spray tan and self-tanner maintenance.According to Claghorn, a spray tan typically lasts between seven to 14 days if you handle with care. “That being said, your skin care regimen, pre-tan prep, and post-tan maintenance are the most influential ways to lengthen the average life of a sunless tan,” she says.This time frame makes sense, considering how often our skin cells naturally turn over.

According to tanning expert : “[Tanning products] only penetrate the very top layers of your epidermis, which naturally shed over seven to 10 days."Most tanning products work through the use of dihydroxyacetone (DHA) a chemical compound derived from plant sources. “This binds to surface skin cells and causes a temporary darkening of your skin, and it’s FDA-approved,” says , a double-board-certified dermatologist in Phoenix.If you're doing your tan at home, Claghorn says results can depend. “With self-tanning, you have the flexibility to choose how long your glow lasts,” she says. “You can apply it daily to build and maintain color or use it as needed for a quick refresh.