Hey there! So, you just got a spray tan, huh? And not the “Wow, look at my gorgeous glow!” kinda tan. More like “Who let a bunch of oranges loose on me?” Or maybe you were going for that cute summertime beach look but ended up resembling an overly baked potato instead. Yeah, we’ve all been there.
Don’t worry though! It happens to the best of us. But now you’re probably asking yourself how on earth you’re gonna get this unplanned shade off your skin before your boss sees you or worse, before it rains and turns you into a walking watercolor painting. So here’s the ultimate guide on how to ditch that tan like it’s last week’s leftovers!
Step 1: Grab Some Lemon Juice
First things first, let’s hit the kitchen. You probably have some lemons rollin’ around somewhere. Grab those little yellow bombs of acidity because they are about to be your new best friends.
Squeeze some juice into a bowl and apply it all over your tanned areas with a cotton ball or towel. It’s like getting rid of fruit flies only with more vitamin C and less yelling. But heads up—you might smell like lemonade gone rogue!
Step 2: Scrub-a-Dub-Dub
Next up, it’s time to exfoliate! Now I’m not talking about fancy spa treatments or anything—just a good ol’ scrub from your shower shelf will do the trick.
Use a loofah or even a washcloth if you’re feeling brave enough. Just make sure to really go at it but don’t scrub too hard! We’re trying to remove tan, not start a fire with your skin friction skills.
Step 3: Baking Soda Magic
Okay, peeps! If lemons aren’t cutting it (and trust me, they sometimes don’t), let’s get baking soda involved. Yes, baking soda—the miracle powder that makes cookies fluffy also helps remove nasty spray tans.
Mix some baking soda with water to form a paste and slap that onto your tanned areas. It’ll feel weird like mud wrestling with yourself but keep going! After a few minutes, rinse it off and voila! A bit lighter already!
Step 4: Go for Oil
Now it’s time to turn into an oil slick—well not literally but kinda close. Get some olive oil or coconut oil (wow so fancy) and rub it all over those dark patches.
Let it sit for about 15-20 minutes while you ponder life choices like “Why did I think looking like an Oompa Loompa was a good idea?” Trust me; oil breaks down those bronzers faster than we break New Year’s resolutions.
Step 5: The Shower Power
Alrighty then, step into the shower and crank up that hot water! Not boiling hot cause you know scalding is bad…but hot enough to make you feel cozy and motivated for this whole removal gig.
Stay in there for about 10-15 mins letting the steam work its magic while scrubbing gently with your loofah again…like it’s a contestant on The Voice because this scrub ball’s gotta earn its place in your bathroom!
Step 6: Vinegar Party
If after all this you still look like an extra from Charlie and The Chocolate Factory scared outta their minds—I gotchu covered again! Time for vinegar!
Mix equal parts of vinegar and water in another bowl and dip in cloth or sponge then dab onto where your tan is still playing hide-and-seek with you. After letting that soak for a few mins, rinse off but be prepared—the smell might knock ya outta your sandals!
Step 7: Patience is Key
Here comes the hard part; patience is key peeps! After everything you’ve done today, give it some time for everything to settle down so don’t rush into another spray tan anytime soon unless you’ve got safety goggles on hand!
Sometimes fading takes time so just chill out while sporting comfy pants and binge-watching cartoons until you wake up looking less uh…orange.
Fun FAQ Section
Question: Will lemon juice make me smell weird?
Answer: Yup pretty much—but think of yourself as walking lemonade stand for free scent samples!
Question: Can I use toothpaste?
Answer: Well ya can try but end up tasting minty fresh isn’t exactly what we want right now…
Question: Is vinegar safe?
Answer: Sure is unless ya go swimming in it—then maybe rethink life choices?
Question: How long does this take?
Answer: Somewhere between “I need pants” until “OMG I’m back!” Basically whenever feels right.
Question: Can I prevent future spray tans going wrong?
Answer: Use less bronzer next time or practice making confident choices…like buying donuts instead!
Question: What if my friends laugh at my orange hue?
Answer: Just tell them you’re testing out Halloween costumes wayyyy too early—takes guts man!
Question: Should I ever get another spray tan?
Answer: Only if it’s someone else’s turn to be the orange potato girl & you’re fully prepared with these tips ready!
So there ya have it folks! With these steps at hand you’ll be ditching that unwanted glow faster than you can say “Oops—I did it again”. Good luck getting clean—and no more orange vibes please!
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