How do I avoid streaks and orange tones?

Across the reviewers we read, the consistent advice is: exfoliate the day before, moisturize dry spots (hands, elbows, knees, ankles) right before applying, use a mitt rather than bare hands, and apply in thin layers. Orange tones are typically caused by leaving a too-dark formula on too long or layering before the previous coat has faded — gradual lotions and shorter-development mousses reduce this risk.