Makeup Tricks To Hide Face Tan

If you have come back from a beach holiday recently with tan lines then this article is for you. You got all that tan probably because you didn't wear SPF or if you did, you didn't slather it enough.

Honestly, we can really deal with those tan lines our strappy beach pieces give us but about all that tan on our face? You come back home with an uneven face tone, rough and dry skin. It doesn't go away overnight. Removing sun tan from your face tan can take a good amount of time.

Yes, you can wait for all that tan to disappear but for how long? Waiting isn't an option when you have to step out soon after you are back from your holiday. That's when the makeup comes to the rescue.

How To Use Makeup To Hide Sun Tan?

Makeup can help you disguise visible tan to some extent. You will have to tweak your makeup routine a bit to hide the tan. If required, you might also need to invest in some new products for your beauty closet.

Step 1 - Go For The Right Foundation Shade

When your skin is tanned, you need a foundation shade that is closest to your dark, tanned skin. Go for a liquid foundation if possible as it is easier to blend in. Make small dots all over your face and neck and using a small foundation brush, blend it well. Make sure there are no harsh lines.

To add a little warmth to your foundation, add a few drops of liquid bronzer to it and then apply. This will give a warm base to your face, taking away any hints of sun tan.

Step 2 - Conceal Those Harsh Lines

If you have harsh tan lines on your face, use a concealer to hide them. Opt for a liquid concealer, one to two shades lighter than your skin tone. Dot the concealer under your eyes and other pigmented areas. Using a damp beauty blender dab the concealer in.

Step 3 - Use A Translucent Powder

Set the foundation base with a translucent powder so it doesn't move all day. Using a big, fluffy brush, pick some translucent powder or loose powder and swipe it all over your face and neck.

Step 4 - Pick Warm Shades For Your Eyes

If you feel like wearing some colour on your eyes, pick for shades like golden, brown which are warm and blend in with your tanned skin well. If using an eyeshadow, make sure you pick little colour and work on the blending part. Otherwise, you can go for a brown kohl or liner. For an evening look, go for a golden liquid eyeliner or a golden eyeshadow and round off with smoky kohl.

Step 5 - Use A Rosy Blush

To add some colour to your blush, you can also use one from the pink family. Make sure you use a little quantity of the product and don't go overboard with it. Blend it well.

Step 6 - Wear A Warm Shade On The Lips

Lastly, finish off your look with a warm lip colour. Go for a nude lip shade from the pink or brown family. If you wish to keep it minimal, go for lip balm or oil.

Cleanser and tone your skin before applying makeup on tanned skin. Don't forget the neck. Follow with a moisturiser as per your skin type.

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Skincare Tips To Remove Face Tan

Exfoliate

Exfoliation is a great remedy to get rid of all that skin tan. Using a scrub will help you remove the pigmented dead skin cells from your skin, giving you a clearer, even skin tone. Doing it correctly will help reduce the appearance of your tan.

You can use natural ingredients like coffee, rice flour, brown sugar to exfoliate your skin. However, make sure you exfoliate gently. Over exfoliating can turn your skin red and rough.

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Bleach

Another home remedy to treat face tan is using bleach. Bleaching helps remove dead skin cells. It lightens your skin tone and also hydrates your dry, rough skin. However, regular bleaching isn't recommended. It shouldn't be used more than twice a month especially if you have sensitive skin.

Using a mix of lemon and honey can help you bleach your skin naturally. The two ingredients have natural bleaching properties which help you remove face tan, leaving your skin clearer and hydrated. We hope this guide helps you hide your face tan with makeup. For more such beauty stories, stay tuned!