Do you fake tan at home? I’m going to Disney World next week and the thought of exposing my legs after they’ve been hibernating all winter is a little scary. Scary, people. My problem is finding a happy medium – they are either so white they could blind an unsuspecting tourist or glowing like an oompa loompa.
To get ready for the trip I’ve been using natural self-tanner and following these steps after every shower to avoid disaster:
- Shower and exfoliate. I used to always forget this part, but trust me, it’s important. Now I grab some old coffee grounds to scrub away cellulite too. (A girl can hope, right?)
- Rinse & dry off.
- Dab a tiny bit of moisturizer on my knees and elbows since they suck up the tanner the most.
- Rub the tanning lotion on my legs and then work my way up to stomach, arms, and face.
- Go back over everything with a small amount of lotion to make sure I haven’t missed any parts.
- Wash my hands with soap and water.
- Hang out in my bedroom naked, reading magazines, for about 5 minutes.
And if you want to scrub away cellulite too (it’s Dr. Oz approved!) here’s how:
Cellulite Coffee Sugar Scrub
According to Dr. Oz, whose show I’m a little addicted to, caffeine enhances fat metabolism. So when it is applied to the skin, coffee absorbs and removes liquid and fat from your skin, which can decrease the appearance of cellulite. Hallelujah!
Make your own Coffee Cellulite Scrub
You will need:
- 1/2 cup coffee grounds
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- olive oil
Instructions:
1. Apply olive oil to your areas with cellulite.
2. Combine the coffee grounds and brown sugar.
3. Use the coffee scrub on your cellulite areas by moving in circular motions.
4. Rinse off.
Cristian says
February 27, 2019 at 4:50 amJust try dermalmd anti-cellulite serum to reduce cellulite I have definitely seen less cellulite on my under upper arms & they look more firmer, I feel more confident wearing short sleeve tops now. I have been using it twice a day since Jan.
Meg says
December 30, 2014 at 12:21 amI love sugar scrubs and the idea of making my own is really enticing. But I was wondering if you rub the olive oil on your skin then apply the rest of mix it all together and apply?
Luiza says
December 4, 2013 at 12:42 pmThe coffee makes your skin smell great and helps keep it less oily. I use it in my arms and belly too! These are the easier parts, because slathering it on your bum WILL make a mess. At least in my shower haha..
KH says
July 6, 2013 at 9:51 pmWas just wondering how you get your back ? Also does Jergens have Light, Medium and Dark if so which do you use ?
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labronner says
April 3, 2013 at 4:16 pmAirbrush solutions are the only way to go with self tanning. I agree that Jergens gives a nice color but it just takes too long to dry.
Heather White says
March 19, 2013 at 6:42 pmI’ve always been too scared, but you just gave me the courage I need! Thanks :)
Kiersten @ Oh My Veggies says
March 19, 2013 at 5:24 pmI am too scared to try self-tanner, but I probably should because I am pale as pale can be. But whether I do a fake tan or not, I will definitely take some of that cellulite scrub. ;)
danielle says
March 19, 2013 at 1:08 pmWe are going in April – I too am SCARY white, plus, I had to buy a new swim suit. What a depressing experience…. Going to have to try this scrub!!!
Thanks and HAVE FUN!!!
gerbermom says
March 19, 2013 at 11:20 pmYeah, I’m not venturing anywhere near the swimsuit aisle – I can’t bear it! Will let you know how the trip goes :)
Marie-Eve @aprettynest says
March 19, 2013 at 8:17 amI need to try that !!! Thanks for sharing !
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