Fusion Hack: Back to Back Tan Plan with Amy Delgado, Phoebe Hagan, and Maria Acosta
Competing back-to-back weekends is exciting, rewarding… and honestly, exhausting. Most people see the glam of stage day, but what they don’t see is everything happening behind the scenes to keep athletes looking polished, healthy, and stage-ready from one show to the next.
In this special Winner’s Circle episode of Fit Body Lifestyle, Jami and Greg sit down with IFBB Pros Phoebe Hagan, Aimee Delgado, and Maria Acosta for a real conversation about one of the most overlooked parts of competing: properly removing stage tan between shows while keeping your skin healthy and competition-ready.
5 Key Takeaways
Avoid Over-Scrubbing Your Skin
Phoebe Hagan stresses that aggressively scrubbing off competition tan can create patchiness, making reapplication difficult for back-to-back shows. Gentle exfoliation and patting the skin dry can help maintain an even appearance.Hydration Is Essential for Healthy Skin
Maria Acosta explains that consistently moisturizing throughout the day helped her skin stay healthier and made tan removal smoother and more even.Multiple Gentle Showers Can Work Better Than One Aggressive Scrub
Aimee Delgado shares that spacing out multiple showers during the day helps gradually remove tanning product without irritating the skin.The Right Exfoliating Tools Matter
The group discusses products like exfoliating hydro towels, African net sponges, and gentle exfoliators that help remove tan effectively while protecting the skin barrier.Competition Prep Is About More Than Stage Day
This episode highlights that recovery, skin care, and attention to detail between shows can significantly impact an athlete’s presentation and confidence on stage.
