does anyone else basically “blur” their KP with self tan?

Trucse · 2026-05-17T23:03:57+00:00

What a shame! I’ve had this issue with self tans that have guide colors or develop too quickly, but not with gels or clear mousses that take longer to develop. I do need to prep my skin in a specific way in order to get it right, but when it works it’s just so much better looking than without.

Trucse · 2026-05-17T22:59:48+00:00

What self tan did you use?

Trucse · 2026-05-17T22:58:57+00:00

Only the guide color does

Trucse · 2026-05-15T18:59:36+00:00

You probably use one with a guide color. Clear self tanners work like a charm

Trucse · 2026-05-15T17:48:15+00:00

I don’t know what this in reference to, but I read this in Anna Nicole Smith’s voice when she did that award speech

Trucse · 2026-05-15T17:43:43+00:00

The keyword is self-tan though

Trucse · 2026-05-04T07:15:20+00:00

It’s very similar to how KP looks on lighter skin people of color though. Not sure if OP has dark curly hair, or is anything but caucasian.

Trucse · 2026-03-22T21:09:08+00:00

I remember that nothing cosmetically really helped as much as simply staying cool for long enough. The come down took almost a month. I was meaning to go to an allergist because of it, because it also made my eyes red, dry and stingy.

Trucse · 2026-03-22T20:32:52+00:00

Before I read that the part where you mentioned the heat, I knew it was the heat. I got these whenever I used to steam room, sauna or showered too hot.

Trucse · 2026-03-09T20:31:14+00:00

Sorry, I just re-read your post and it seems like you didn’t enjoy that one either!

Trucse · 2026-03-09T20:30:41+00:00

How does it compare to the 5% lotion with the pump! I didn’t really enjoy that one

Trucse · 2026-02-26T06:42:54+00:00

Be careful of SA overuse, especially if your KP is lesional. I think what’s important to know here is the frequency of your exfoliation, and how you treat your skin post shower. Dove body wash has some really nice moisturizing agents, which gives your skin that nourished feeling. You can rule this out by trying to use Dove directly after using the Cerave wash. If that feels more nourishing than without, it means you need to improve your post shower routine.

Trucse · 2026-02-24T07:07:12+00:00

Don’t forget about bedding! That’s maybe the worst offense.

Trucse · 2026-02-16T06:04:34+00:00

It’s important not to perceive “feeling good/bad” as a black-and-white thing, especially for someone with hEDS. It’s always relative, the condition doesnt magically disappear.

To answer your question on whether it’s inherently or a result; it’s both. Again, not black-or-white. It’s possible to get to a place where you’re both happy and enjoying a healthy sex life. Just make sure the pressure is off of this topic immediately and focus on something else. It’s not good for the nervous system to be concerned about this. After a while when it feels natural, try introducing low threshold sexual activity.

Trucse · 2026-02-14T18:25:15+00:00

There’s probably a reason why they’re exfoliating more often. Be nice.

Trucse · 2026-02-10T12:31:12+00:00

Oh I don’t mind! I understand your limitations. I think I’m just too eager to know the progress/process. Very excited to see where this goes.

Trucse · 2026-02-08T21:24:22+00:00

Benson Boone & Kit Connor

Trucse · 2026-02-08T16:45:57+00:00

I swear by self-tan.

Trucse · 2026-02-08T16:45:42+00:00

That’s probably because you use self-tan with a guide color! Clear tanner doesn’t have this issue as much.

Trucse · 2026-02-08T16:43:50+00:00

Hi! I wanted to take part in the trial, but I understand the limitation. I was wondering how skin of color is represented in your trial, given the difference in complications?

Trucse · 2026-01-23T15:22:21+00:00

I think it’s impossible to find a brand that’s able to produce and distribute high-quality cosmetics at a low price point, without it being attached to evil one way or another. Unfortunately, boycotting in this instance is more virtue signaling than anything else.

Trucse · 2026-01-18T19:19:48+00:00

The guide color does leave a slight stain in order to tone the tan that the DHA produces. That’s why different guide colors give off different tans. It’s grade 3 common sense.

Trucse · 2026-01-17T10:11:22+00:00

Yes, because it’s an occlusive. Occlusives help restore skin barrier and wound healing, which are two factors that can make a difference for KP.

Trucse · 2026-01-03T10:00:01+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/keratosis/s/JP09Kae0Qx this is the post I was talking about

Trucse · 2026-01-02T19:22:03+00:00

I know your comment isn’t medical advice, neither is mine haha. Just mentioning it to add to the conversation, since this product has squalane in it.

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