How to get rid of a sun tan?

May 30, 2014

Gabby C.

So today I was out in the sun for about one hour, but I used sunscreen. It was a 30 SPF and still got a tan. How can I get rid of it? Any ideas.

May 31, 2014

Sammy C.

You could try using an exfoliating body wash or a loofah. Sometimes my tan comes out uneven, and that's how I fix it.

May 31, 2014

Gabby C.

You think that will make it go away?

May 31, 2014

Parnika J.

I use SPF 50 still I get that tan.. I use a mixture raw tomato juice and yogurt every alternate day. I make a paste, apply on clean skin, let it sit for 15-20 minutes, then wash it off with plain water... Tomato had lycopene in it which is a natural tan removing ingredient. Yogurt has deep cleansing properties.. Hope it helps :)

May 31, 2014

Sasha S.

I will have more kiwi or citrus, I heard Vitamin C helps skin get brighter.

Jun 1, 2014

Jamie M.

Yes vitamin C helps in brightening skin & it helps too brighten freckles

Jun 1, 2014

Emily W.

Tomatoes contain citric acid, that is responsible for the lightening. Lycopene is one chemical responsible for tomatoes' red color. When eaten, Lycopene is an antioxidant. That tomato-yogurt paste doesn't have as strong a concentration of citric acid, so it *shouldn't* cause issues, but be sure to protect yourself from the sun because citric acid is photosensitive and will cause burns.

Never use lemon or other citrus fruits on your skin, they are too strong and will damage your skin.

Vitamin C can help brighten your complexion, but it won't significantly lighten your tan. The only real way (that doesn't involve dangerous chemicals) is to avoid the sun. Wearing a high SPF sunscreen, wearing long sleeves/pants, wearing a large hat, or carrying a parasol will help. The tan you already have will fade in time, if you avoid further exposure.