These Self-Tanners Are So Good They'll Make You Forget It's Winter
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare
Alpha Beta Intense Glow Pad Self-Tanner for Face, $38 at Sephora
Dr. Dennis Gross' signature pads get the tanning treatment — meaning you'll not only get a boost of color, but also added glow from exfoliation. They have intense and gradual versions for the face or body.
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Supergoop!
Healthy Glow Sunless Tan Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 40, $38 at Sephora
As Sophie Evans mentions, SPF and tanning don't usually go hand in hand, but this formulation works because it's not loaded with a ton of chemicals and is designed to be buildable.
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St.Tropez
Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Mousse, $42 at St.Tropez
This product is amazing when you're in a time crunch or if you're worried about color transfer. It not only applies clear; you also don't need to shower it off! While there is a scent, it's very light. You have to be more mindful when applying it or some areas will be darker than others, but the color will develop into a natural glow in four to eight hours.
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HauteBronze
Tan in a Mitt Infused Self Tan Mitt, $45 at Ulta Beauty
Just as it sounds, this mitt is infused with self-tanning formula. Considering how easy the preloaded mitt makes self-tanning, it's hard to believe it took so long for someone to think of this.
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Tan Towel
Self-Tan Towelette Full Body Application For Face & Body, $29 at Ulta Beauty
Tan Towel was conceived by the founder of HauteBronze, so it's fittingly a similar concept. The self-tanning towelettes are great for travel and a good alternative for those who don't want to use a mitt.
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Clarins
Radiance-Plus Golden Glow Booster, $32 at Sephora
Just blend a few drops of this booster into your moisturizer for an instant glow.
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St.Tropez
Gradual Tan 1 Minute Everyday Pre-Shower Tanning Mousse, $20 at St.Tropez
This one couldn't be easier. Just wait one minute after application, then rinse. The glow develops after about four to eight hours. Note: You must shower quickly after application because the product contains a high amount of tanning agent. If not rinsed off within 20 minutes, the tan will deepen to a shade that looks less natural.
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Clinique
Self Sun Body Tinted Lotion, $28.50 at Sephora
This is an ideal product for acne-prone skin. It's totally oil-free, so you can use it safely from head to toe.
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Isle of Paradise
Self-Tanning Mousse, $29 at Sephora
It's not easy to find a clean self-tanner, which is why Isle of Paradise has been generating a ton of buzz with this line of self-tanning mousses that use organic tanning agents.
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ModelCo
Tan Water, $25 at ModelCo
This is the product to use between self-tanning sessions. Just spritz it where the tan is stating to fade.
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Vita Liberata
Invisi Foaming Tan Water, $39 at Ulta Beauty
One of the annoyances of self-tanner is color transfer. But that's no longer a worry with this invisible tan that develops in four to eight hours.
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Bondi Sands
Everyday Gradual Tanning Milk, $19 at Bondi Sands
This fuss-free (read: forgiving of mistakes) option is for those looking to apply a bit of color daily.
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St.Tropez
Gradual Tan In Shower Lotion, $25 at St.Tropez
This subtle formula is applied in the shower for a zero-mess tan. It works quickly, so wash it off within 20 minutes.
