How self tanner fades is unique to each person and a tan fading patchy is the result of skin cells turning over at different rates. The main thing to look at is, is your tan mostly fading with a few tan patches holding on? Or are you getting a few pale patches prematurely among otherwise tan skin? The first requires more exfoliation at the end-stage of the tan while the latter requires better exfoliation prior to tanning. If you're experiencing both, you'll want to take inventory of your general skins health, but you can also try choosing a lighter color/lower DHA formula, check your body products for heavy oils, or switch the carrier agent of your self tanner (example: from a mousse to a lotion).

1. Exfoliate well prior to start with the freshest skin possible
2. Only apply once a week. Layering new tan on top of old tan will cause build up.
3. Use high quality products with nourishing formulas like GlowPro Tans
4. Gently exfoliate on a regular basis (this is as simple as using a silicone body scrubber instead of a loofah).
5. Use an Exfoliation Glove to spot treat any dark areas where tanner is holding on

If you have issues with fading or have naturally dry skin, I would suggest using a lower DHA in a lotion formula like this 6% DHA No-Rinse Tanning Lotion. Otherwise, try the 10% DHA Tanning Mousse.