Ruth Langsford got ready to bare her legs to the sun by having a spray tan live on TV.

The host of This Morning was concerned about her pale legs, so decided to have her legs spray tanned in front of the Loose Women studio audience.

But while Sherrie Hewson suggested she should take her clothes and wear a paper thong, Ruth decided against that – and instead kept her beige dress on.

She may have some unusual tan lines…

Ruth admitted she “hated” her knees, saying: “I’m feeling very exposed. Look at me! I’ve got white legs and fat knees.”

But many viewers just could not understand why Ruth was feeling insecure.

Heading into the booth for her brief tanning session, with beautician Francesca, Ruth was hesitant – and surprised at the cool temperature of the spray tan.

The segment answered some viewers’ questions.

But others loved it…

No word from Ruth about whether she is impressed with her newly tanned legs.