You can shower straight after using a tanning bed, unless you’ve used certain tanning products. Here’s what it means:
You only used UV exposure, not tanning products.
You can have a shower straight away.
Tanning happens when melanin in your skin breaks down. This can’t just be washed off.
If you have used a tanning lotion or bronzer, you should…
Wait 2–4 hours (or as directed on the product label).
Many tanning lotions and bronzers contain ingredients that make your skin go brown. These ingredients are called self-tanning agents, like DHA, and they work by building up over time on your skin.
If you shower too soon, you might wash off the colour before it has had a chance to fully develop.
Here are some tips to help you after you have been tanning:
Use lukewarm water and a gentle, moisturising body wash to avoid irritating the skin.
Apply moisturiser after showering to help your tan last longer and keep your skin healthy.
Summary:
Situation: shower timing
Don’t use any tanning products.
You can shower at any time.
If you use a bronzer or self-tanner, wait 2–4 hours (or even longer).
