Low-Commitment Ways to Extend a TanConsider Makeup
Bronzer is a no commitment, no effort way to make skin look a few shades darker. As with self-tanner, resist the urge to go too dark lest you want skin to look orange or dirty. And remember, bronzer can be applied to the face and body. When you're showing skin, it's important to maintain an even tan, so use bronzer above and below the neck. Benefit Hoola Zero Tanlines Allover Body Bronzer, $30, and Lancome Star Bronzer Magic Bronzing Brush Automatic Powder Brush for Face and Body, $37, are both easy-to-apply, universally flattering products that can be used from head to toe.
Plan Your Outfit
One of the simplest tricks of them all doesn't involve any skin care products. Akridge suggests wearing lighter colors to make a tan look darker. "Colors like yellow and white will make an average tan look like you have been living in the Bahamas," he says. So say goodbye to the rich jewel tones of fall and rock white long after Labor Day.
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