In most cases, no, self-tanner won't wash off in the pool, however, you should avoid going in the pool for a few hours after your tan has developed. Once the tan is developed, there is no danger of it being rinsed off in the pool.

Can you go swimming with St Tropez tan on?

Tropez? We advise allowing 8+ hours development of your tan before washing or swimming. Once your tan has developed you can swim but sea water and chlorinated pools may result in your tan fading more quickly.

Will fake tan come off in swimming pool?

Fake tan works by causing the cells on the top surface of the skin to darken. … Although the chlorine found in swimming pools can lead to a faster 'fade-off' you can still enjoy a swim and protect your tan.

Will chlorine ruin my fake tan?

Chlorine will break down your spray tan quicker than shower/bath water (note this means a swim in a chlorinated pool can help fake tan disasters too so take a dip to get rid of those streaky heels or stained palms) but it will fade rather than strip it off. … This means a reapplication after a swim is on the safe side.

What fake tan is waterproof?

Sunshimmer is the instant and self tanning range of Rimmel London. It is a leading brand, designed to give you a flawless, natural and healthy sun-kissed look. Sunshimmer Water Resistant Instant Tan Matte, Dark is an ultra long-wearing lightweight gel that spreads easily for an all-over sun-kissed glow.

Does sea water take off fake tan?

Prolonged water submersion or swimming CAN fade a spray tan. But contrary to popular opinion, it is NOT actually the chlorine, salt, or chemicals in the water that are “bleaching” out your tan.

How do you protect fake tan from chlorine?

Tan Protection while swimming, slowing the cell separation: To lessen tan fade from swimming, limit swimming sessions to shorter ones of 15 minutes or so, rather than a long soak. Pat skin dry upon exiting, rather than “rubbing”.

How do you make fake tan last in chlorine?

Limit swimming sessions to 15 minutes rather than long soaks. Rinsing off immediately after leaving the water will also ensure that high contents of chlorine or salt will be removed. Pat the skin dry rather than rubbing. Applying a moisturiser or gradual tanning lotion will extend the length of your spray tan.