When you've got a party or a night out planned and you really want to look and feel your best, there's nothing better than stepping out with a fresh bronzed glow - which is where fake tan can come in very handy. Many people opt for the gradual kind, applying a layer before bed so that you wake up looking sun-kissed. And if you've left it too late, there's also the option of an express tan, which does the job much quicker.

But one downside to this beauty product is the orange marks it can leave on your clothes, which are notorious for sticking around no matter how many times you wash them. Thankfully, one beauty expert says there's a simple way to prevent this from happening. Melanie Brownlow, founder of popular tanning brand St.

Moriz , has shared her valuable expertise for preventing fake tan stains on clothes - and one foolproof method involves using another beauty product that you've probably already got at home. READ MORE: ‘This tan remover saved my fake tan disaster in under 60 seconds – I won’t be without it now’ She recommends packing a tin of Vaseline in your bag on any night out, as this can come in really handy when it comes to keeping your clothes free of stains. The pro said: "If any clothing starts to rub, you can apply this.

This will create a barrier between the skin and clothing meaning your tan is less likely to be removed by any friction." You can also take a couple of extra steps during your getting-ready routine if you want to ensure you won't get .