Where should barrier cream be applied?

Barrier cream is specifically designed to protect the skin from potential irritants and enhance the effectiveness of tanning products while minimizing the risk of uneven tanning or staining. The recommended application area is to focus on any necessary dry areas, such as heels, hands, feet, elbows, and knees. These areas tend to absorb more product and may react differently compared to the rest of the body due to their texture and dryness. By applying barrier cream to these specific zones, it helps to ensure an even tan by preventing excess absorption and darkening in these areas, which can often appear patchy and unnatural if not properly managed.

While it might be tempting to use barrier cream on the entire body or just the face, doing so would not effectively address the unique needs of drier areas. Applying it only on the face would leave other crucial exposed areas unprotected, potentially leading to uneven results. Similarly, using it on all exposed areas or the entire body could be excessive and may not achieve the desired benefit in protecting high-absorption areas. Therefore, focusing the application on key dry spots allows for a more controlled and even tanning experience.