5 tricks to fake toned arms

Push-ups? No thank you. Lifting weights? Pfffft… yeah right!
If this is your attitude when it comes to arm exercises, yet you moan and whinge when your arms don’t look good in that dress you love, listen up.
While diet and exercise are the obvious answers for toning your arms long-term, if you’re in need of instant results, there are a few tricks you can try to make them appear slimmer.
Tricks to fake toned arms #1
Wearing thin bracelets or bangles that are loose on your wrist and arms can help them appear thinner. The gap between the bracelet and skin will make the arm seem smaller, whereas tight-fitting accessories can have the opposite effect.
Tricks to fake toned arms #2
Now that we’re well into winter, opt for shirts that are three-quarter length. This will cover up the larger part of the arm, while showing off the slender part. A tailored black blazer also has a slimming effect on the arms, especially when paired with brightly coloured bottoms.
Tricks to fake toned arms #3
When taking a photo, stand with your arm bent at the elbow and your hand resting on your hip. Angle the arm back so that your elbow is pointing behind you. I fondly refer to this pose as ‘the skinny arm’ because that’s exactly what it does - it makes your arm appear thinner. A big no-no is standing with your arm pressed against your body, as this will make the arm look larger than it actually is.
Tricks to fake toned arms #4
The same as you contour your face to change its shape, you can contour your arms to make them appear more toned. Simply hold your arm out straight and flex your muscles. Using your other hand, sweep a line of bronzer, like Australis Jumbo Mineral Bronzer, between the tricep and bicep muscles with a contour or foundation brush and then blend in the colour. Voilà! Your muscles are more defined and your arms look more toned.
Tricks to fake toned arms #5
You can also define and tone your arms using tan. Just apply your favourite self-tan, such as Reef Beach Glow Foaming Mousse, between the muscles as mentioned above. Then once it’s dry, go over the rest of the arm with a gradual tanning moisturiser, like Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Natural Bronze Body Lotion. This will ensure your arm has an all-round healthy glow, but the muscles are particularly highlighted with a slightly darker tan.
Have you tried any of the above tricks? Do you have any tips on how to make arms look more toned?
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169 Member Comments
Ohh yes nice tips. I need me some of this.
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The bent arm pose is something I see all the time
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The tan trick works?
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I don’t know but willing to try
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I always cover my arms, not because they aren't toned, I just do not exposing skin
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fake tan!! always the best way
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Will 100% try these thanks!
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nice fake it till you make it tips but .. can;t run away from flabby wave
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I might buy some weights and do these too
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I have started group training, and finding the weights so hard at the moment to do
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Just think what those push ups and planks are doing for your arms
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love the idea that I can use products like bronzer to enhance what I already have (well working on anyways)
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Yes some very clever tips shared here
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Bronzer on your arms to make them look more toned. That's genius.
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use tan to contour? very clever.
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Great tips here, especially the one, about hands on hips for pics, and elbows back. Now let's try and remember that one after a few drinks, when the cameras come out.
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want to try this :D
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Yes haha me too- want the sun to come out so I can try contouring my arms
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I do use #3 in most pics haha, I don't know if I would contour my arms though...
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Have not tried any of these useful tips and tricks for toned arms.
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I'll be sure to try these. They seem "fun" to give a go.
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I lift weights, so no tricks required :)
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I have toothpick arms so I need to reverse some of these tricks and make them look bigger, not skinnier!
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