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Unwanted tans can be a pain--especially when you're left with those awful streaks and strap marks. Whether your tan is from the sun or from a bottle, there are several things you can do to fade the color or even remove it completely. Although skin damage will not be repaired, you'll be able to return to your original skin shade. | Unwanted tans can be a pain--especially when you're left with those awful streaks and strap marks. Whether your tan is from the sun or from a bottle, there are several things you can do to fade the color or even remove it completely. Although skin damage will not be repaired, you'll be able to return to your original skin shade. | ||
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# Go for a swim, in an indoor chlorinated pool preferably. Swimming can help fade sun tan and fake tan. If stubborn patches of real or fake tan remain despite your exfoliating, consider hitting your local pool. The chemicals added to the pool water, such as chlorine, will help to strip fake tan from the skin, leaving you streak free.<ref name="marie">http://www.marieclaire.co.uk/blogs/cassie-steer/544254/how-to-remove-fake-tan-in-5-easy-steps.html</ref> | # Go for a swim, in an indoor chlorinated pool preferably. Swimming can help fade sun tan and fake tan. If stubborn patches of real or fake tan remain despite your exfoliating, consider hitting your local pool. The chemicals added to the pool water, such as chlorine, will help to strip fake tan from the skin, leaving you streak free.<ref name="marie">http://www.marieclaire.co.uk/blogs/cassie-steer/544254/how-to-remove-fake-tan-in-5-easy-steps.html</ref> | ||
#*Try to swim for at least an hour, to give the pool water enough time to do its thing. Don't just splash around, do as many lengths of the pool as you can throughout the hour. This will provide a great cardio workout! Two bird, one stone. | #*Try to swim for at least an hour, to give the pool water enough time to do its thing. Don't just splash around, do as many lengths of the pool as you can throughout the hour. This will provide a great cardio workout! Two bird, one stone. | ||
| − | # Use hair removal cream. Hair removal creams can be used to remove particularly resistant patches of fake tan. This is due to the fact that hair removal creams contain chemicals that break down substances in the fake tan, allowing it to be easily wiped away. All you need to do is apply a light layer of the hair removal cream to the patchy or streaky tan you want to remove, let it sit for about ten seconds, then wipe it away with a cleansing wipe or damp towel.<ref>http://www.beautylish.com/a/vcjxi/how-to-remove-a-fake-spray-tan</ref> | + | # Use hair removal cream. Hair removal creams can be used to remove particularly resistant patches of fake tan. This is due to the fact that hair removal creams contain chemicals that break down substances in the fake tan, allowing it to be easily wiped away. All you need to do is apply a light layer of the hair removal cream to the patchy or streaky tan you want to remove, let it sit for about ten seconds, then wipe it away with a cleansing wipe or damp towel.<ref name="rf5745">http://www.beautylish.com/a/vcjxi/how-to-remove-a-fake-spray-tan</ref> |
#*Obviously the main use of these creams is to remove hair, so don't use this technique on any areas of the body where you may wish to keep your hair -- such as arms. | #*Obviously the main use of these creams is to remove hair, so don't use this technique on any areas of the body where you may wish to keep your hair -- such as arms. | ||
#*People with sensitive skin may not react well to these creams, so do a patch test on a small area of skin, such as on your wrist, before applying it all over. Hair removal creams designed for the body should ''never'' be used on the face. | #*People with sensitive skin may not react well to these creams, so do a patch test on a small area of skin, such as on your wrist, before applying it all over. Hair removal creams designed for the body should ''never'' be used on the face. | ||
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#*Skin lightening creams are available over-the-counter and by prescription. The safest, most effective lightening creams usually contain either steroids or retinoic acid (a form of vitamin A) as their active ingredient. Other creams use natural ingredients such as arbutin, kojic acid and azelaic acid. | #*Skin lightening creams are available over-the-counter and by prescription. The safest, most effective lightening creams usually contain either steroids or retinoic acid (a form of vitamin A) as their active ingredient. Other creams use natural ingredients such as arbutin, kojic acid and azelaic acid. | ||
#*Hydroquinone is the active ingredient in a number of effective skin lightening products, available over-the-counter and (in stronger percentages) by prescription in the US. However, hydroquinone has been banned in many European and Asian countries due to links with cancer, so consult with your doctor before using. | #*Hydroquinone is the active ingredient in a number of effective skin lightening products, available over-the-counter and (in stronger percentages) by prescription in the US. However, hydroquinone has been banned in many European and Asian countries due to links with cancer, so consult with your doctor before using. | ||
| − | #*Mercury is the active ingredient in some skin lighteners made in Asia. The use of such products can lead to mercury poisoning, which can have very serious side effects, including the death of unborn children. The sale of mercury products is banned in the U.S., however be sure to check the labels of all skin lightening products before using, just to be safe.<ref>http://www.webmd.com/beauty/face/skin-lightening-products?page=1</ref> | + | #*Mercury is the active ingredient in some skin lighteners made in Asia. The use of such products can lead to mercury poisoning, which can have very serious side effects, including the death of unborn children. The sale of mercury products is banned in the U.S., however be sure to check the labels of all skin lightening products before using, just to be safe.<ref name="rf5746">http://www.webmd.com/beauty/face/skin-lightening-products?page=1</ref> |
# Keep skin hydrated. Keeping your skin well hydrated encourages this important organ to work at full capacity, increasing cell turnover and allowing skin to rejuvenate itself. These processes will help a natural tan to fade more quickly. You can hydrate your skin internally, by drinking plenty of water and eating fresh fruit and vegetables, or externally, by regularly applying a rich moisturizer (preferably one with natural fruit acids to aid with tan removal) all over the body. | # Keep skin hydrated. Keeping your skin well hydrated encourages this important organ to work at full capacity, increasing cell turnover and allowing skin to rejuvenate itself. These processes will help a natural tan to fade more quickly. You can hydrate your skin internally, by drinking plenty of water and eating fresh fruit and vegetables, or externally, by regularly applying a rich moisturizer (preferably one with natural fruit acids to aid with tan removal) all over the body. | ||
=== Home Remedies For Removing Any Tan === | === Home Remedies For Removing Any Tan === | ||
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#*Rub this mixture all over the body with clean towel or washcloth dampened with warm water. Wash off in the shower. | #*Rub this mixture all over the body with clean towel or washcloth dampened with warm water. Wash off in the shower. | ||
# Use aloe vera. Aloe vera is said to help fade dark tans, in addition to relieving burns and helping to heal wounds. For best results, purchase an aloe vera plant from your local garden center and use the gel-like sap directly from a broken leaf. Aloe vera is completely safe to use, with no common side effects, so you may apply it as often and as liberally as possible. | # Use aloe vera. Aloe vera is said to help fade dark tans, in addition to relieving burns and helping to heal wounds. For best results, purchase an aloe vera plant from your local garden center and use the gel-like sap directly from a broken leaf. Aloe vera is completely safe to use, with no common side effects, so you may apply it as often and as liberally as possible. | ||
| − | #*However, aloe vera may make your skin extra sensitive to sunlight, so be sure to wear sunscreen outdoors when using this treatment. | + | #*However, aloe vera may make your skin extra sensitive to sunlight, so be sure to wear sunscreen outdoors when using this treatment. |
# Try coconut water. Coconut water applied topically to the face and hands is said to fade tan while also leaving skin soft and supple. For best results, it should be applied on a daily basis, no need to rinse off.<ref name="india">http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-07-03/beauty/31330949_1_juice-skin-aloe-vera</ref> | # Try coconut water. Coconut water applied topically to the face and hands is said to fade tan while also leaving skin soft and supple. For best results, it should be applied on a daily basis, no need to rinse off.<ref name="india">http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-07-03/beauty/31330949_1_juice-skin-aloe-vera</ref> | ||
#*Drinking coconut water is also a great way to hydrate your skin from the inside out -- it is low in calories and provides a tasty alternative to regular water. | #*Drinking coconut water is also a great way to hydrate your skin from the inside out -- it is low in calories and provides a tasty alternative to regular water. | ||
# Exfoliate with a mixture of oats and buttermilk. Mix a tablespoon of oats with a drop of buttermilk and spread this mixture over your body, using circular motions to work it into the skin. The oats will exfoliate the skin, while the buttermilk will soothe and soften. you can also try putting on gram flour, milk, lemon juice, turmeric paste for good tan removal results.<ref name="india" /> | # Exfoliate with a mixture of oats and buttermilk. Mix a tablespoon of oats with a drop of buttermilk and spread this mixture over your body, using circular motions to work it into the skin. The oats will exfoliate the skin, while the buttermilk will soothe and soften. you can also try putting on gram flour, milk, lemon juice, turmeric paste for good tan removal results.<ref name="india" /> | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
