Whether jetting off or planning a staycation this summer, top up your tan with our pick of the best buys.
From tanning mitts to face products, light tan to bronzers, we’ve put together a list of our absolute favourites.
This is a comprehensive Fake Bake kit containing; Blurfection Primer, Spritz Perfection Instant Tan Liquid and a Kabuki Brush for application. The silky soft primer works perfectly for prepping skin, before smoothing on the liquid and buffing into place with integral kabuki brush. Also ideal if you’re looking to contour, use the brush for buffing and sculpting tan colour. Enabling a radiant tan, we particularly like the brush’s leopard print detail. Whether dipping your toes into tanning for the first time or buying products as a seasoned professional, this multi-save set covers all bases. Brand new from St. Tropez is their Self Tan Express Bronzing Sheet Mask, a set comprising two masks and designed to create either a light, medium or dark look. You pop the mask onto cleansed skin, smoothing any creases and then leave for 5, 10 or 15 minutes. Once this time is up, simply remove the mask and rub excess product around the eyes, neck area and hair line. Infused with hyaluronic acid, the mask plumps skin, leaving a streak-free finish. Another St. Tropez newbie, the Gradual Tan Plus Sculpt and Glow body and face buys, offer a tanning alternative for an airbrushed finish. Toning and evening out skin, shea butter smoothes and softens to boot. An absolutely bargainous beauty applicator buy, we could not be without our Velvotan Self Tan Mitt. Squirt your chosen self tan product onto the velvety side of the mitt, applying in a circular motion and buffing as you go. Removing the worry of dreaded streaks, we honestly can’t recommend this product enough. Plus, it is machine washable too. Extra bonus points are added for the leopard print option. An extremely light product which provides a gorgeous glow, pop onto a cotton wool pad and sweep across your face and décolletage. Creating a natural-looking tan, the soothing and refreshing lotion is a lovely beauty bag addition, especially for summer. Achieve your desired tan shade depending on the frequency of use. Here at SN, we feel this is a total facial self tan failsafe product. We also love the Instant Smooth Self Tanning, a creamy mousse which can be mixed into moisturiser too. A light self tan moisturiser, NKD SKN Gradual Glow will gently add a hint of summer sun. Suitable for daily use, the natural effect deepens over four to six hours. Optimise the shade required, dipping into some Gradual Glow daily or weekly depending on your skin tone. Drying quickly, it leaves zero residue; meaning you are good to go. We’ve followed Madame LA LA since their launch, and are big fans of the glamorous cosmetics and false tan brand. Launching with Beauty Bay next week, the Bronzing Ball is a roll-on highlighter and bronzer adding a shimmery glow and highlighter definition too. Vitamin E and coco water hydrate and nourish the skin, enabling this product to glide onto cheekbones, contour areas and even your pout. A speedy self tanning essential, this ten minute wonder from Vita Liberata is super easy to use. Simply apply and wash off after 10 minutes, watching your colour develop over the next few hours. Infused with vitamin C and rosehip, skin is soothed too. A lotion whose use can be tailored according to the tan you are looking for, leave on a little longer if a deeper glow is desired. Vita Liberata have a wide range of incredible tanning products, and are a summer skin brand well worth exploring. Ditch the biscuity smell and embrace fruity flavours with Tan Smoothie Velvety Smooth Self Tanning Mousse. Used alongside their Velvet Mitt for optimum application, this organic formula is made without SLS, alcohol or parabens. An extra hydrating fake tan option, the mousse contains coconut and peach extracts. Showcasing an incredible fragrance and natural, glowing tan colour, we’re now dreaming of a tropical beach. A self tanning lotion we will return to time and time again, Elemis Total Glow Bronzing Body Lotion creates a wonderful, natural sunkissed glow. Moisturising and subtle, you are left with supremely healthy skin. Used alongside the Total Glow Bronzing Moisturiser for Face, this self tanning duo waves a magic wand over pale skin. Comprising anti-oxidant ingredients such as green tea, newly tanned skin appears well nourished too. Prepare your skin for the tanning process with this Autograph from M&S primer. Smooth over skin and see it dry quickly, before applying your main self tan product. Proving the importance of base, lay the fake tan foundations; snapping up some Pre Tan Primer.
Fake Bake Blurfection Perfection Kit
St. Tropez Self Tan Express Bronzing Face Sheet Mask
Velvotan Self Tan Mitt
Clarins Liquid Bronze Self Tanning
NKD SKN Gradual Glow Natural Tan Moisturiser
Madame LA LA Bronzing Ball
Vita Liberata Ten Minute Tan
Tan Smoothie Velvety Smooth Self Tanning Mouse
Elemis Total Glow Bronzing Body Lotion
Autograph Pre Tan Primer
