FAQ
Real answers to your glow questions.
Self Tanner
Should I apply in the morning or at night?
Whatever fits your day. Just pick a time when you can stay dry and skip the sweat for 8 to 10 hours. Tanning at night? Give it 15 minutes to absorb before bed.
When can I shower, and should I use soap?
Wait 8 to 10 hours, then rinse with water only. No soap on that first shower. Your color keeps deepening for 24 hours after.
Since there's no color guide, how do I fix a spot?
Let your tan fully develop first so you can see exactly where you missed. Then put a tiny bit on the mitt or brush, dab it onto the spot and blend the edges out. Check it the next day and repeat if needed.
How do I prep elbows, knees, ankles and feet?
Smooth a little lotion on elbows, knees, ankles and feet the night before. When you tan, go light on those spots and use what's left on the mitt for your feet.
Can I work out, swim or sweat after applying?
Hold off until after your first rinse, 8 to 10 hours later. Sweat and water before then can leave your tan uneven.
How long does the tan last?
About 5 to 7 days, depending on your skin. Moisturize daily and it fades evenly when it's time for a refresh.
Face Tanning Mist
How do I apply it?
Spray 2 to 4 pumps onto the Elan Pure Tanning Brush, then blend over your face, neck, chest and the backs of your hands in small circles. Go light around your hairline and brows, and skip the eye area and lips.
Can I spray it directly on my face?
We don't recommend spraying directly on your face. For optimal results, spray onto the brush so you can blend the product seamlessly. You get a more even glow and you won't breathe in any mist.
Do I apply it before or after skincare?
Either works. Dry skin? Do your skincare first, let it sink in, then mist and blend with the brush. Prefer a clean base? Mist first and add skincare once it has absorbed.
How long does the color take to develop?
Your glow shows up in 6 to 8 hours and keeps deepening over the next day.
Can I wear makeup while it develops?
Yes! For best results, apply to a clean, bare face and allow the mist to fully absorb before applying makeup. Once absorbed, follow your normal makeup routine.
How often can I use it?
Use it a few days in a row to build your shade, then a couple of times a week to keep it going.
Exfoliating Mitt
Why can't I use soap while exfoliating?
Soap makes skin slippery, and the mitt needs a little grip to do its job. Soak in a warm shower for a few minutes, wet the mitt and buff with water only. Rinse, then wash like normal.
Can I use it to remove an old tan?
Yes! After a few minutes in a warm shower, buff gently with the wet mitt and water only. If a spot is stubborn, let it fade instead of scrubbing harder.
How often can I use it?
Once a week is the sweet spot. Use light pressure, and skip a week if your skin feels dry or sensitive.
When should I replace it?
When the texture starts to wear down or the seams loosen. Let it dry fully after every use and it will last a long time.
Tanning Mitt
How do I wash it?
Hand wash with mild soap and lukewarm water, rinse well and let it air dry completely. Skip the dryer.
How long does it last?
As long as the fabric and lining stay intact. If it tears or product starts getting through to your hand, it's time for a new one.
Tanning Brush
How do I clean it?
Wash the bristles with mild soap and lukewarm water, rinse, reshape and lay it flat to dry. Try not to soak the handle.
Can I use it on my body?
It's great for small spots like hands, feet and blending edges. For bigger areas, the Tanning Mitt is faster.