The StyleNest beauty team have tried and tested the best self tan products to give skin a healthy, natural glow this summer.
A sun-kissed glow always makes you feel more confident come summer time, but if you’ve got pale skin or lets face it, live here in Blighty, a natural golden tan isn’t always easy.
So, we’ve rounded up the best subtle self tans for face and body, from flawless instant tans to gradual golden glows.
Top Tip: If you want your fake tan to go incognito, always use a tanning mitt to avoid any orange palm nightmares.
Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel
This is one of our favourite summer beauty products. As soon as the sun comes out, this streak-free, easy to use subtle tanner is perfect for pasty legs in need of a little boost.
Bliss A Tan For All Seasons
You’ll have a South of France tan in seconds with Bliss’ quick dry tan. A good choice when you’ve got a wedding or summer event to attend but not long to get ready.
James Read Sleep Mask
Bursting with moisturising goodness from aloe vera to cucumber and red algae, this overnight mask will not only leave skin supply and soft, but with a healthy glow too. Bonus.
Rodial Brazillian Tan Light
Designed to work with lighter skin tones, Rodial’s clever tan will give you a natural, sun-kissed glow no streaks or orange patches. All round, pretty perfect.
Fake Bake Fair Gradual Self Tan
Gradual tanning products are great if you’re very fair or a little nervous about using self tan, but using them every day isn’t for everyone. That’s where Fake Bake’s Gradual Tan comes in. One application will give skin a glorious golden hue, without having to apply several times first.
St. Tropez Everyday Gradual Tan Mousse
St. Tropez’s Gradual Tan is a pleasure to use thanks to its airy light texture. The mousse glides onto the skin with ease, whilst the aloe vera extracts give skin a boost of moisture. A holiday beauty must-have.
Elemis Total Glow Self Tanning Cream
Fool others into thinking you’ve just spent a week in the sun with Elemis’ deceivingly natural looking tan. Packed full of moisturising goodness and amino acids, it’s a two-in-one skincare must have.
Per-Fekt Body Perfection Gel
This instant tanner puts all others to shame. It not only gives a sun-kissed glow to legs, décolleté or arms, but it instantly smooths skin and imperfections. Think of it as Photoshop for you skin.
Sisley Self Tanning Hydrating Facial Skin Care
Sisley’s facial self tan doesn’t come cheap, but it offers pure luxury if you’re after a natural looking glow. Not only will it give your face hint of colour but it’ll prolong your natural tan. One for the beauty wish list.
Crème De La Mer The Face and Body Natural Tan
Steer clear of strange smelling fake tan products with Crème de la Mer’s super luxe natural tan. Skin will gradually build-up an even, moisturised and gorgeous smelling tan, without a hint of fake tan disaster.
Decléor Aroma Confort Gradual Glow Hydrating Body Milk
Pack Decléor’s Gradual Glow in your holiday suitcase and use every other day to not only give skin a golden glow but enhance your natural tan too.
