Keep Glowing: How To Keep Your Holiday Glow For Longer

By Amanda Watson

Keep Glowing: How To Keep Your Holiday Glow For Longer

We all love the confidence boost that a holiday glow can give us. But as much as we love that bronzed look, it can start to fade all too quickly once we're back to our daily routines. If you want to keep your glow on for longer, follow these top tips.

Top Tips to Keep Glowing

1. Hydrate - inside and out

Keeping your body and skin hydrated is key to maintaining that holiday glow. 

  • Moisturise daily: Your skin can become more dehydrated in the sun so choose rich, hydrating lotions during and after your holiday that are rich in oils and skin nourishing ingredients such as Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe Vera and Glycerin. 
  • Drink plenty of water: Keep your skin hydrated from the inside by drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day. 

2. Avoid long, hot showers

Hot water can strip your skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness and faster fading of your tan.

  • Opt for Lukewarm Water: Take showers with lukewarm water to help maintain your skin’s moisture balance.
  • Pat Dry: After showering, pat your skin dry with a towel instead of rubbing it, which can cause your tan to fade faster.

3. Don't be afraid to exfoliate!

Exfoliating can help keep your tan even and smooth, if done carefully - otherwise dead, dry skin cells accumulate on the surface making skin appear dull and lacklustre.

  • Gentle Exfoliation: Use a mild exfoliator once or twice a week to remove dead skin cells without stripping your tan.
  • Use our Exfoliating Mitt: the pink side of our must-have accessory will gently buff away dead skin cells leave skin feeling smooth, soft and glowing.
Miracle Tan Eraser & Exfoliating Mitt

4. Top up your tan with our gradual tanners

As your tan starts to fade, you can use gradual self-tanning products to top it up.

  • Gradual Self-Tanners: Use our Body Glow Gradual Tanner or Body Glow Blush to gradually build up a natural looking glow whilst keeping your skin hydrated. 
  • Face Drops: You can also top up the tan on your face by adding Notox Face Tanning Drops to your usual daily moisturiser for a buildable and customisable glow.
Body Glow benefits
Notox Face Tanning Drops benefits

5. Eat Foods Rich in Beta-Carotene

What you eat can also impact the longevity of your tan.

  • Beta-Carotene-Rich Foods: Incorporate foods like carrots, sweet potatoes, and spinach into your diet. Beta-carotene can enhance your skin's natural pigmentation.
  • Healthy Fats: Foods like avocados, nuts, and seeds help maintain skin health and hydration and keep your skin glowing for longer.

6. Wear SPF Every Day

While it might seem counterintuitive, wearing sunscreen daily helps protect your tan and skin.

  • Daily SPF: Use a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher to prevent peeling and sun damage.
  • After-Sun Care: Use after-sun products with Aloe Vera to soothe your skin and prolong your tan.

    7. Avoid Chlorine and Saltwater

    Both chlorine and saltwater can dry out your skin, causing your tan to fade faster.

    • Rinse Off: After swimming in a pool or the sea, rinse off thoroughly to remove chlorine or salt.
    • Moisturise: Follow up with a good moisturiser to replenish lost hydration.

    Conclusion

    Keeping your holiday glow for longer involves a combination of hydration, gentle care, and using the right products. By following these tips, you can extend that beautiful confidence-boosting bronzed glow and keep the holiday vibes alive.