Your Summer Skin Prep Guide
Summer is on its way - and whether you're jetting off to the Mediterranean or chasing the best of a British summer, there's one thing every sun-lover knows: the quality of your tan is only as good as the skin beneath it. Skip the prep and you risk uneven colour, patchy fading, and that dreaded flaky look within days. Nail it, and you'll achieve that deep, bronzed, lit-from-within glow that Australian Gold has been delivering since 1987. The Pre-Tan Ritual Exfoliate - 24 to 48 hours before tanning Remove dead skin cells with a gentle body scrub, paying extra attention to elbows, knees, and ankles. These areas hold more dry skin and absorb colour unevenly. Hydrate deeply - everyday The Hemp Nation Tan Extenders are a great choice of daily moisturiser. A well-hydrated skin holds colour longer and fades more evenly. Focus on dry patches that tend to grab product and go darker. Shave or wax - at least 24 hours prior Hair removal opens pores and can cause irritation that interferes with product absorption. Give your skin at least a full day to settle before applying any tanning lotion for the smoothest, most even result. Skin Health Comes First Our SPF range is specifically formulated to protect without compromising colour development, meaning you get the bronzed, radiant glow you're after while your skin stays shielded, nourished, and healthy for summers to come. Make your tan last longer Getting a great tan is one thing. Keeping it is another. Follow these habits post-tan to maximise how long your colour stays vibrant. Avoid hot showers Hot water strips moisture and accelerates skin cell turnover. Lukewarm showers help your tan stay put for longer. Moisturise twice daily Apply your Hemp Nation lotion morning and night to keep skin hydrated and colour locked in. Dry skin = faster fade. Your Golden Summer Starts Here A truly radiant tan isn't luck, it's a ritual. From the moment you exfoliate to the final sweep of after-tan lotion, every step you take to care for your skin shows in the results. Australian Gold has spent over three decades perfecting formulas that work with your skin, not against it, blending the finest natural botanicals with cutting-edge tanning technology to deliver colour that's rich, even, and genuinely beautiful.