We've all been there, a fake tan disaster of epic proportions that just will not shift, no matter how hard we scrub until our skin is red.
But over the years tan removal has become easier, with a whole range of products now available to help you remove that stubborn tan ready for a fresh coat.
You may remember last year we highlighted the story of the innovative NI sisters who own Lusso Tan, when they brought to the market their brilliant tan removal bath bomb.
Well now the ladies have gone one step further and delivered another tan removal product, which is perfect if you are short of time.
Sisters Lynsey Bennett, Leah White and Sarah White have just launched their tan removing shower bar; Tan-Be-Gone. So if you're in a hurry and haven't got time for a long soak in the bath or maybe you haven't got a bath at home, then this for you.
Lynsey told Belfast Live: "As soon as Lusso Tan Bath Bomb went viral in October 2019 we were inundated with requests for a product to use in the shower. We started product development in January 2020 with the intention of launching Tan-Be-Gone in July 2020.
"Although the launch had to be delayed, we are delighted with the finished product and it now feels like October is a good month for the launch as demand for Tan-Be-Gone has already exceeded our expectations.
"Tan-Be-Gone is infused with natural ingredients such as avocado, essential oil and shea butter to melt away tan and leave skin velvety smooth. The bars are handmade and hand cut and like all Lusso Tan products beautifully packaged."
Like most working parents, Lynsey admitted home-schooling took it's toll but Lusso Tan's business kept on going during lockdown as the country invested more time in themselves whilst at home.
She said: "We launched our Lusso Tan Golden Glow Face and Hand Mist just as we went into lockdown, when women were looking for an alternative to make-up. It seems the nation still wanted to look good and bring a bit of normality to a situation that was out of their control. Keeping up beauty routines played a key part in this.
"We found lockdown had consumers want more from beauty brands, they became more savvy as to what ingredients are in products and the effect they have on skin.
"As Lusso Tan is organic, specially formulated for sensitive skin and uses a mix of hydrating ingredients such as Aloe Vera and Vitamins A&E to nourish and enhance skin texture it proved a firm favourite.
"On a personal level I struggled balancing home schooling and trying to meet the demands of Lusso Tan sales, restocking when our chemists were also in lockdown and continuing product development. Thanks to our Lusso Tan team who worked throughout we managed to get through and become much stronger for the shared experience."
"We are so pleased with the end product and know how happy it will make Lusso Tan lovers who do not have a bath," added Lynsey.
So how does it work?
Well it's pretty simple, stand under a hot shower, massage your skin with the Tan-Be-Gone bar and let it naturally break down the tan. Gently buff away using exfoliating mitts and you're done!
Lynsey added: "The Tan-Be-Gone shower bar is unlike other products currently on the market. Packed full of essential oils that will enhance your senses and drastically cuts down the time and effort involved in removing a sunless a tan, leaving your skin velvety smooth, hydrated and ready for a fresh application."
You can expect to get around 4-5 showers from your bar and can pick one up for £13.50/€16 from lussotan.com and selected stockists.
