StyleNest have rounded up the very best self tanning products to ensure you’ve got a healthy summer glow even here in old Blighty.
It’s fair to say the Great British summer hasn’t been on its best behaviour this year. But fret not, you can still get a gorgeously sun kissed complexion with a little help from our tried and tested fake tan products.
From mousses to gels, deep golden shades to tans for even the milkiest of skins; here’s how to get beach babe skin in an instant.
Top Tip: Always use a hand mitt, even when applying the lightest self-tanners. Tangoed palms are a real giveaway.
Self Tanning Instant Gel
Despite this self tanner having a gel consistency, it’s super easy to apply and we’re yet to spot a streak from using it. The beauty editor favourite dries quickly with a natural colour and no scent. All round, it’s pretty perfect.
Fake Bake Sport Gradual Tan
Fake Bake’s Sport Gradual Tan is aimed at those with an active lifestyle as it rehydrates the skin and absorbs much quicker than usual tanning products. There’s no particular shade guide as the tanning agents work with your natural skin tone to build up colour, so very pale skins may want to be careful.
Sisley Self-Tanning Hydrating Facial Skincare
This premium product is pricey but well worth it if you want to maintain the best facial skincare possible. Fake tans tend to dry the skin out but this Sisley tanner leaves skin feeling supple and hydrated. With no streaking and a fresh fragrance, it’s ideal for even the most novice of fakers.
Rodial Brazilian Tan Airbrush
Innovative skincare brand, Rodial have recently added fake tan to their collections. The range has lots to choose from but this ‘airbrush’ system is by far the best for bronzing all those hard to reach areas.
Sienna X Express Tanning Mist
Most fake tans take up to eight hours to develop but this speedy product will give you a golden glow in just two. The 360° nozzle makes application a doddle too.
L’Oreal Sublime Bronze Golden Mousse
L’Oreal’s Sublime collection will lay to rest any preconceptions of foul smelling tanners and streaky legs. The mousse formula is really easy to work with and gives a lovely even golden tan. A little goes a long way, so use with care.
Soltan Beautiful Bronze Self-Tan Applicator Mitt
A beautiful golden tan is what you’re after, not glowing tangerine palms. Ensure you fool everyone into thinking your tans real with this absolutely essential self tan applicator mitt.
No Sun Tanner
Perricone’s aptly named No Sun Tanner is perfect if you’re after a little pre holiday glow. Containing Vitamin D and Acetyl-Tyrosine, it not only bronzes but helps the skin to naturally tan. The creamy texture and cocoa butter ingredient make it feel much more like a moisturiser than a self tan too.
