Unsightly tan lines can cast a pale shadow on your fabulous summer skin. There are many options to help you banish your tan lines. This guide will show you how to get rid of tan lines.

• You've spent all summer carefully cultivating that perfect tan—then you look in the mirror and see them: tan lines! You've got a big event coming up and you were really hoping to wear that snazzy strapless dress—what to do? Relax, first of all. Getting rid of tan lines can be a cinch.

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• There are a variety of sunless-tanning products on the market now, and any one of them will likely help you even your tan and banish those tan lines. Start by applying a small amount of the product only on your tan line. Do this for several days, until you start to see a gradual blending in. Once you've successfully reduced the glare of your tan lines, apply the sunless tanner all over to get an even, fantastic glow!

• If you have a major event coming up, like a wedding or a senior photo, you might want to test the sunless-tanning product on an area of your skin you can't see before you slather it on your tan lines.

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• Getting an airbrush tan may be the quickest way to ensure an all-over, even tan with no tan lines. Airbrush tanning may involve the use of a sprayer by hand at home; it can also be done in a spray-on tanning booth. Either way, you will likely emerge with a fresh new sun-kissed bronze color that is even from top to bottom. No more tan lines!

• In a pinch, makeup can be applied to minimize tan lines. Select a concealer or foundation that closely matches your tanned skin tone. Carefully apply the makeup, taking care to blend the edges as well as you can. Dust some bronzing powder over the makeup and voila—tan lines are gone!

• You don't have to stress about tan lines, as they are easy to get rid of. You can use self tanners, airbrushing or makeup to blend them right away. Once they are gone, you will be able to wear any type of clothing you desire without having to worry about your color!