Normally when I go on a long trip, and if it’s one where I’m in and out of the water, I find my tan will usually fade around the 4th day or so. Every skin type and tan maintenance is different so my answer isn’t going to be a one-size-fits-all solution.

If you look at other tan brands, their ultra dark shade will always be that little bit more expensive than their dark or medium shades for this reason. Our range includes mousse, liquid, lotion and serum tans with skin-loving ingredients for a year-round bronzed glow. If you want to achieve the true shade colour, whether it be medium, dark or ultra dark, then we advise you leave it on for 6 hours plus. Achieve a natural, streak-free application with our sunless mousse that effortlessly blends, leaving you with a gorgeous, long-lasting glow.It is developed in Ireland and as always we adhere to all EU regulations when developing all products. The day before my holidays, I will apply a good layer of my ultra dark mousse (or else I will have a spray tan with my spray solution). I can guarantee that the mousse and the lotion are both equally good for dry skin as they are extremely hydrating.

Depending on how long I am going away for, I will bring my medium or dark lotion with me to keep my tan topped up during the trip. You must remember however that the key to maintaining your tan is moisturising your skin daily when you are wearing it.Plus, this easy-to-apply fake tanner works for all skin types and comes in three gorgeous bronze shades, ensuring everyone can enjoy the flawless, airbrushed results. A mousse it more lightweight and absorbs quicker – but again it’s personal preference and everyones skin is different. The only difference is the texture, however, I always find a mousse formula to be darker than lotions due to the texture.