Glow Hacks: 7 Pro Tips to Keep Your Tan Fierce, Flawless, and Fading Gracefully
You did it. You booked the appointment, prepped like a queen, and now you’re bronzed to perfection. You’re giving “just got back from Saint Tropez” even if you’ve never left Wisconsin. But hold up—because one steamy shower or lotion mishap and suddenly... your ankles are looking like a topographic map.
Let’s not let your glow go down like that.
As your resident Glow Boss, I’m here to spill the 7 pro-level glow hacks that keep your tan thriving—not flaking, streaking, or ghosting you mid-week.
Hack #1: Shave Smart, Not Hard
Shaving with a dull blade after your tan is like sanding down a masterpiece. No thanks.
Always use a clean, sharp razor and shave with a gentle hand (think romantic poetry, not crime scene cleanup).
Skip shaving oils or anything with a greasy texture—they’ll strip the tan. Use a slick gel without sulfates if needed and lightly glide, never press.
Hack #2: Shower Like a Gentle Forest Nymph
Your first few post-tan showers should be lukewarm, short, and drama-free.
No hot water, no scrubbing, and definitely no loofahs doing the cha-cha across your skin.
Use a sulfate-free, fragrance-free body wash (bonus if it’s formulated for post-tan skin).
Remember: You’re rinsing. Not rebranding.
Hack #3: Moisturize Like It’s Your Part-Time Job
Dry skin is public enemy #1 for a flawless fade. Your tan will cling to those dry patches like your ex to your Insta stories.
Use a fragrance-free, alcohol-free lotion twice a day—morning and night.
Stick to formulas that feel rich but absorb well (we’re going for glow, not grease).
Pro tip: If your skin’s dry and you’re dehydrated? Double trouble. See hack #5.
Hack #4: Powder Up, Buttercup
Chafing? Boob sweat? Thunder-thigh rub? Not today.
Before you step out post-tan (especially in warmer months), dust a light cornstarch-based powder under your girls, in the creases, and anywhere else that tends to get a little... dewy.
It keeps friction and moisture from ruining your glow before it even sets.
Hack #5: Hydration Isn’t Just for Influencers
No one’s saying you have to carry a Stanley Cup the size of a toddler—but we are saying: drink your dang water.
Hydrated skin stays plump, glowy, and more even-toned.
Translation: your tan lasts longer and fades like a slow sunset—not like peeling paint.
Hack #6: Hands & Feet Need Finesse
This is where tans go to die. The secret? Targeted hydration.
After your appointment, take a tiny dab of lotion and apply it to your knuckles, cuticles, ankles, heels, and wrists to soften the fade.
Don’t slather your whole hand or foot—just the areas where product tends to collect.
Think of it like contour blending—but for your extremities.
Hack #7: Touch-Ups Are Your Friend
Your tan’s fading? Don’t panic—top it off like a cocktail.
A bronzing mousse, tan extender lotion, or gradual self-tanner can bring it back to life.
Apply with a mitt, blend like a boss, and boom—you’ve extended your glow by several days.
If you’re unsure which one to grab, just ask us—we’re basically bronzing sommeliers.
The Final Glowdown:
Your spray tan isn’t just a color. It’s a mood. A lifestyle. A power move.
And with these hacks in your glow-up toolbox, you’re armed and bronzed for greatness.
So whether you’re headed to the beach, a wedding, or just want to stunt on the grocery store crowd, follow these tips—and your skin will keep serving vacay vibes all week long.
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Stay golden,
Ashlei
Glow Boss @ AfterGlow Tan Co. ☀️✨
