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Do I Really Need to Use a Body Scrub Before I Self Tan?

By Faith Lawless, About.com

Question: Do I Really Need to Use a Body Scrub Before I Self Tan?

Do I really need to use a body scrub or a face scrub before I apply my self tanner?

Answer:

Yes. By using a face scrub or a body scrub prior to applying your self tanner, you are ensuring that you are ridding your skin of the dry and/or dead skin cells. These areas of skin can, unless adequately removed, make your tan appear blotchy and unattractive. So your best bet is to have the smoothest skin possible before you apply your tanner.

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