I’m a fake tan expert and my £1.20 ‘walnut’ hack will give you a flawless and streak-free glow every single time

YOUR pre-fake tan prep is just as important as the application itself. 

Having your pre-application routine nailed down will ensure you get an even, all-over glow without a streak or dry patch in sight. 

Prepping your skin can also help your faux tan last longer. 

Exfoliating removes dead skin cells that can cause the tan to fade more quickly, while moisturised skin will hold the colour better. 

The tanning experts at Skinny Tan have claimed that its Pre-Tan Primer is all you need for a fruitful pre-tan routine. 

“This essential step exfoliates and smooths your skin, creating the perfect canvas for an even tan,” they explained.

“Infused with crushed walnut shell, it gently buffs away dead skin cells.

“This leaves your skin silky smooth and ready to absorb the tanning goodness.

You get 125ml of the gentle scrub for £11.99. 

And with an average of 10 uses per tube, that works out at £1.20 per use. 

The hero ingredient of the scrub is Apricot Seed Powder. 

“Our natural exfoliating ingredient gently buffs away dull, dead skin cells leaving smooth skin ready for tanning,” Skinny Tan bosses explained. 

Beauty buffs who have tried the scrub have been left seriously impressed, too. 

“I use this Pre-Tan Primer with an exfoliating mitt,” one reviewed. 

“Together, they left my skin – especially my knees and elbows – so soft and smooth.

“It gave me a perfect base for applying the tanning whip.”

“This primer is the best one I have used so far,” a second shopper praised. 

“Used with an exfoliating mitt, it gives a smooth finish ready for an awesome tan.”

Others praised the scrub’s ability to prep the skin for a “longer and deeper” faux bronze. 

“This is the perfect prep for tan application,” a third beamed.  

“But to be honest, it left my skin feeling so soft and hydrated that I would use it even if I wasn’t tanning.”