Got a big event on your calendar? Whether you're walking a red carpet, attending a summer wedding, or celebrating your own nuptials, a radiant glow can boost your confidence and help you shine. Isabel Alysa, founder of Dolce Glow and Sunne BAEskin, shares exclusive tips to perfect your self-tan for special occasions.
Adjust Your Shade for the Big Day
"For events, I like to go one shade deeper than your everyday glow and focus on a flawless finish," Isabel says. "It should always look natural in photos and in person. For example, if you use the Dolce Glow or Sunne BAEskin express mousse and usually leave it on for 2 hours, leave it on for 3–4 hours for a deeper finish."
Top Skin Prep Tips
"Always start with clean, exfoliated skin—this is key. Use a gentle tool like our Dolce Glow Exfoliation Mitt 24 hours prior to application to remove buildup and create an even canvas. Ensure your skin is free from lotions, oils, or perfumes to avoid a barrier between skin and tanner."
Best Products for a Flawless Finish
- Best contouring self-tanner: Sunnee BAEskin BAEside Sea Sculpt Contour ($20)
- Best express self-tanner: Dolce Glow 2-Hour Express Self-Tanning Mousse in Ultra Dark ($49)
- Best facial mist self-tanner: Dolce Glow Acqua Hydrating Self-Tanning Face Mist ($36)
Tricky Areas: Back, Feet, and Hands
"For your back, use mists like our Dolce Glow Self-Tanning Mist or BAEside Sea Spray—they have an innovative bag-on-valve spray system that gives 360° coverage, so you can even spray upside down. For hands and feet, less is more: use whatever is left on your mitt and lightly buff over those areas."
Perfect Hands Every Time
"With the Acqua or Sea Facial Mist, place your hands in a claw shape and mist evenly from a slight distance. This ensures smooth coverage without streaks in creases or knuckles."
Follow Isabel's advice for a celebrity-worthy glow that looks natural and lasts through your special event.