Self-Tanner Emergency? Here's How to Fix the Most Common Mistakes

If your self-tan has faded after a few days and left you with uneven patches, reach for a self-tan eraser. These work best if you've had your tan for at least three days, as they're formulated to break down the dead skin cells, removing remnants of the tan to leave you ready for your next tanning session. Isle of Paradise Over It Magic Self-Tan Eraser ($27) comes in a spray bottle and uses glycolic acid and micellar water to dissolve away the remnants of a tan. Bondi Sands Self Tan Eraser ($24) is a foam formula that you leave on the skin for five minutes before rinsing, wiping with a washcloth as you go. You won't believe what that cloth looks like when you're done.