11 best tanners

Product description

Our most iconic, fool proof and natural-looking self tan. This beautifully golden tinted tanning mousse is easy-to-apply, streak-free and adapts to your skin tone for up to 10 days wear with no self tan smell. The multi award-winning tanning foam formula is lightweight, non-sticky and infused with hydrating Jojoba and skin care actives to prolong your fake tan for up to 10 days with even fade. Simply apply with our Luxe Tanning Mitt to seamlessly blend and wait for your results to develop over 4-8 hours, so you can glow with confidence all week. Best for first time self tanners or trusted results time and time again. - Medium Golden Tan - An easy-to-apply tinted mousse to guide application for no missed patches - Lightweight and quick-drying with no transfer onto clothes or bedsheets - Apply the self tanning mousse with a mitt to seamlessly blend for a streak-free finish and stain-free hands - Rinse off after 4-8 hours for a natural golden tan that lasts for up to 10 days with even fade - No self tan smell with our mood-boosting signature fragrance - 100% clean, vegan-friendly, cruelty free & natural tanning active

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By St. Tropez

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THE ICONIC TAN

Our most iconic, fool proof and natural-looking tan. This beautifully golden tinted tanning mousse is easy-to-apply, streak-free and adapts to your skin tone for up to 10 day wear with no self tan smell.

LIGHTWEIGHT FORMULA

The multi award-winning foam formula is lightweight, non-sticky and infused with hydrating Jojoba and skin care actives to prolong your tan for up to 10 days with even fade.

TRUSTED RESULTS

Simply apply with our Luxe Tan Mitt to seamlessly blend and wait for your results to develop over 4-8 hours, so you can glow with confidence all week. Best for first time tanners or trusted results time and time again.

Our iconic golden tan that lasts up to 10 days

Perfect for those nervous or new to tanning, this lightweight and easy to blend mousse has a tint to help guide application.

Medium Golden Tan

An easy-to-apply tinted mousse to guide application for no missed patches

Lightweight and quick-drying with no transfer onto clothes or bedsheets

No self tan smell with our mood-boosting signature fragrance

100% clean, vegan-friendly & natural tanning active

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Self Tanning Foam Dark

The ultimate Australian tan in minutes.

A lightweight, Self-Tanning Foam that's simple to apply and gives a flawless finish, every time. Enriched with Aloe Vera and Coconut, this is a salon quality formula. Simply smooth on for an even, streak-free tan.

How To Use:

• Step 1: For an even, streak-free tan ensure skin is clean, exfoliated, and free of any moisturizers.
• Step 2: Pump foam applicator firmly and apply liberally to an Application Mitt before using long, sweeping motions to smooth over legs, arms, and body. Use the remaining residue on the Application Mitt for face, elbows, and knees.
• Step 3: Skin may be washed after one hour. For a long-lasting dark tan, leave foam on skin for up to 6 hours. Shower with warm water and gently pat skin dry. For the deepest tan, reapply Bondi Sands Tanning Foam 30 minutes after initial application.

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Achieve a natural sunkissed glow and instant hydration boost all year round with just one application of our lightweight and tropically scented Purity Face Tan Mist. This clean and clear tanning facial mist is the easiest to use self tanner yet. Infused with 100% natural tanning active, hyaluronic acid and non-pore blocking skincare ingredients - including Hibiscus extract known for its antioxidant properties and green mandarin water to refresh and revive skin. With no tell-tale self tan smell and no need to rinse off, simply spritz and glow for an instant radiance boost every few days all year round. Best for everyone looking for a radiance boost to skin all year round. - Light to Medium sunkissed glow - NO rinse | NO streaks | NO transfer | NO self tan smell - Streak-free & instantly hydrating self tanner with no transfer - Easy-to-apply. Simply spritz under, over or instead of makeup for a natural post-holiday glow and skincare boost - 100% clean, vegan-friendly, cruelty-free & natural tanning active - Best for anyone or everyone

Brand Story

St.Tropez is the No.1 and most trusted tanning brand, chosen by millions of consumers, celebrities, influencers, beauty editors and professionals world wide for a natural sunkissed glow and boost of confidence all year round.

User questions & answers

Question:	Since you spray this on does it get in your hair & start to turn it ‘orange’ as well
Answer:	I have not noticed any orange color on my skin or hair, I do have dark hair and a medium skin tone. I use this more for a little color/glow on top of using my powder foundation. Hope this helps!
Question:	Can I use this product on its own? Or do I also need to use the tanning mousse
Answer:	you can use it on it's own. it's great! you don't need another product unless you're tanning the body.
Question:	Is this like a daily tan that washes off or does it actually last for a few days
Answer:	It’s subtle but lasts a few days. You can definitely apply daily to build up the color from my experience.
Question:	Will this come off on my mask? I'm a nurse and wear a mask for up to 10hrs a day
Answer:	No it should not! I wear one too and it's never transferred.

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REFRESHES & REVIVES

Achieve a natural sun kissed glow and instant hydration boost all year round in just one application of our lightweight and tropically scented Purity Face Tan Mist.

BOOSTS HYDRATION

This clean and clear facial mist is the easiest to use self tanner yet. Infused with 100% natural tanning active, hyaluronic acid and non-pore blocking skincare ingredients.

PROTECTS FROM POLLUTION

Includes Hibiscus extract known for its antioxidant properties and green mandarin water to refresh and revive skin.

THE TRANSPARENT TAN WITH A TROPICAL SCENT

Our Mist instantly lifts dull skin and protects from pollution, simply spritz and glow for an instant radiance boost every few days all year round.

Light to Medium sun kissed glow

NO rinse | NO streaks | NO transfer | NO self tan smell

Streak-free & instantly hydrating with no transfer

Simply spritz under, over or instead of makeup for a natural post-holiday glow and skincare boost

100% clean, vegan-friendly & natural tanning active

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Get a beautiful, quick, natural looking tan in just 60 seconds by smoothing on streak free Jergens Natural Glow Instant Sun Sunless Tanning Mousse for Body. This lightweight, odor free deep color mousse works with your skin tone to mimic results you’d get from the natural sun, and without the unpleasant sunless tanner odor. Dark self-tanner’s tinted formula lets you see where you’ve applied it, so the result is a precise, even glow that dries in 60 seconds. The instant natural bronze color will continue to develop for several hours after application to a natural looking shade. If you’d like deeper fake tan color, the sunless tanner formula is buildable, and can be applied again the next day. It’s safe, hassle-free color even when the beach is miles (or months) away. This natural bronzer will leave gorgeous skin looking sun kissed, no matter what time of the year it is. Sunless tanning has never been easier.

• FLAWLESS SELF TANNER - This dark self-tanner creates a flawless, quick tan with gradual, natural-looking color for gorgeous skin and blended color.
• DEEP SUNLESS TANNING - Lightweight, airy tanning mousse enhances your natural skin tone to mimic results from the sun.
• NATURAL BODY BRONZER - Develop your tone instantly, and watch it deepen within hours of application for steak-free results. Use the next day for deeper color.
• TROPICAL, FRUITY SCENT - Jergens Natural Glow Mousse gives you an island escape with its tropical, fruity fragrance.
• EASY, FAST-DRYING APPLICATION - Applied by hand or sunless tanning mitt, our self-tanning mousse is tinted for precise application, and it dries in just 60 seconds.

User questions & answers

Question:	does this stuff stink after you apply it
Answer:	Hi! Great question and there are several tips that make for a better, more even tan. 1) Exfoliate your skin before tanning - this will extend the life of your tan 2) If you shave the area you will be tanning, wait a few hours before applying the tanning lotion so your pores don't absorb the product and give you tan dots 3) Apply the product with latex gloves just as you would apply lotion, with an even layer over your skin 4) Apply less product to your feet, knuckles, elbows and hands as these areas absorb more than other spaces. You can also apply regular lotion to these areas prior to tanning so that it doesn't absorb quite as much of the tanner. I hope this helps! Best, Customer Service
Question:	Would you recommend this product be used on the face
Answer:	Hi, Our self tanner is made and packaged here in the USA in our FDA certified lab. We hope you enjoy it. Best, Danielle - Beauty by Earth
Question:	Will this make my pale skin dark? And how do you use it
Answer:	I have stopped using all bronzers. It works & looks great but when you stop using it, it looks terrible because it comes off on dead skin cells. So it leaves you blotchy. If you are going to use it constantly it would be ok. As far as it not hurting your face, I would think it is fine. It is not oily or anything.
Question:	Has anyone used this product for their wedding? Does it rub off or show on white clothing
Answer:	Hi Julie, Thanks for reaching out. We recommend no contact with water for several hours after applying the product. I would say 6-8 hours to be safe. The base ingredients are the same of that of an organic body lotion. It is not super thick or oily to create a layer on the skin as sunscreen would be. I hope this helps! Best, Danielle - Beauty by Earth

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Jergens Natural Glow Instant Sun Sunless Tanning Mousse for Body

This airy mousse with Advanced Color Complex works with your skin's natural tone to mimic color from the sun for the most natural-looking tan. The tinted formula allows for an even, precise application, and dries in just 60 seconds so you can get dressed and carry on with your day. While color is instantly noticeable, it continues to develop for several hours to a flawless, streak-free tan, even when the beach is miles (or months) away.

Available in Light Bronze and Deep Bronze.

Step One: Prep Your Skin

Apply to clean, dry, moisturized skin. For optimal color results, exfoliate with Jergens Natural Glow Color Primer Exfoliating In-Shower Body Scrub once per week prior to color application.

Step Two: Apply

Pump mousse into palm. Smooth onto skin, using sparingly around dry areas like knuckles, knees, elbows, and in between fingers and toes. Wash handles immediately after application.

Optional: Use a sunless tanning mitt or gloves when applying to avoid unwanted color on hands.

Step Three: Allow to Dry

Allow to dry completely (about 60 seconds) before getting dressed. The color develops instantly, and continues to deepen for several hours after application. Avoid getting wet (swimming, exercising, or showering) for at least four hours after application.

Step Four: Re-Apply

The formula is buildable, so if you’d like the color to be darker, you can re-apply as soon as the next day. Normal bathing and your skin’s natural exfoliation process will fade the color in about one week. If you have any unwanted color on your skin, use a body scrub to remove it.

For a Gradual Glow

Daily body moisturizers that give skin a subtle, natural-looking glow in a week or less. Easy, hassle-free application, and sun-kissed, streak-free results.

Available in Fair to Medium and Medium to Tan.

For an In-Shower Glow

Daily body moisturizer that glides right onto wet skin when you're still in the shower to lock in hydration and give skin a subtle, natural-looking glow. Just pat dry and go - no wait time. Color stays on you, not your towel!

Available in Fair to Medium and Medium to Tan.

For an Instant Tan

A buildable airy mousse that instantly develops and dries in just 60 seconds, deepening to a flawless, sun-drenched tan within hours. Tinted for precise application.

Available in Light Bronze and Deep Bronze.

For a Facial Glow

Lightweight, non-comedogenic, oil-free moisturizer that delivers a flawless glow while hydrating and protecting with broad spectrum SPF 20. With daily use, beautiful, natural-looking color develops within one week.

Available in Fair to Medium and Medium to Tan.

• When the darkest tan possible just isn’t quite dark enough, where do you go? Why, To the darkest darkest tan possible of course;) you’re Obviously a super Obsessed tanning Addict with a huge tanning problem, and we’re not here to judge. In fact Darling, We’re here to enable.
• Darkest 1 hour tan mousse. When the darkest tan possible isn’t quite dark enough.
• No gimmicks, no fake tan smell just the most awesome, darkest tan on the planet
• 1Hr development leave on 4+hrs for a crazy dark tan
• Paraben free, Vegan friendly + 100% natural DHA

User questions & answers

Question:	Does anyone know just how long this tan will last? Or do I just have to keep applying it
Answer:	It’s best to apply daily and keep up with it I’d say it lasts about 2 days maybe 3 max if you don’t apply daily.
Question:	Can you use it on your face
Answer:	I think it depends on your skin type. I have dry skin and tried it, and it clung to dry spots. I was able to fix it by applying my moisturizer and blending out those patches, then washed my face as normal in the morning and applied my daily skincare. After all that, it looks really natural, but it was pretty gross looking before those fixes (like I had dirty age spots!). In general, they say on their website NOT to apply a moisturizer before application or during development, EXCEPT for dry parts of the body (like elbows, knees, hands, and feet), so because my face is dry I’m going to do that next time so it’s not patchy. They also say on their website that it can settle in pores and make them dark, so I’m guessing if you have oily skin that might be a problem, or the tanner will just slick off - they do have a face mist they recommend using instead.
Question:	do i apply lotion before or after
Answer:	Only apply lotion after rinsing the tanning mousse off, not before and not during! I got all the tips below from the FAQs on the b.tan website, which are kinda hard to find (the link is ALL the way at the bottom right of their site); You apply the mousse on clean, exfoliated skin; let it develop for 1-8 hours; then rinse with lukewarm water for 45 seconds, wiping the bronzer/color guide off with your hands - no soap, hot water, or loofahs, as those will also remove the tanning actives, which you want to leave in your skin because they continue to darken the tan for the next 12-24 hours. “...we don't recommend using a moisturizer before rinsing as it may strip the tan before it has developed or react with the product causing discoloration. You can use a moisturizer over drier areas of skin though, as this creates a slight barrier so that less tan builds up in dry skin (think elbows, knees, hands and feet).” However, “Once you've rinsed off the bronzers, you can & we recommend using one daily after tanning for longer lasting results that will fade evenly.” Hope that helps!
Question:	Should i put body lotion on to moisturize after i shower and exfoliate and before i apply the foam? or will that mess it up
Answer:	It could mess it up! The FAQs on the b.tan website state: “...we don't recommend using a moisturizer before rinsing as it may strip the tan before it has developed or react with the product causing discoloration. You can use a moisturizer over drier areas of skin though, as this creates a slight barrier so that less tan builds up in dry skin (think elbows, knees, hands and feet).” However, “Once you've rinsed off the bronzers, you can & we recommend using one daily after tanning for longer lasting results that will fade evenly.” Hope that helps! The FAQs were kinda hard to find, but there’s a tiny link ALL the way at the bottom right of their website.

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tanned AF

the darkest darkest tan possible of course ;) you’re obviously a super obsessed tanning addict with a huge tanning problem, and we’re not here to judge. in fact darling, we’re here to enable.

How to use me

First up, get naked. Or at least naked enough to tan your super hot bod. Make sure your skin is clean, exfoliated and dry. Apply mousse with your b.tan mitt, wash your hands, wait at least 1 hour and then shower. If you want it crazy dark - double coat it, leave on for 4+ hours.

Tanning everyday humans temporarily

b.tan is for the everyday human, who simply wants a tan. We’re a little bit fun, a little bit quirky, and a whole lot of tanned babein beach adventure. Our self tanners and professional tanning products are made without the gimmicks. No added nasties. No false claims. No over marketed ingredients they are simply dark tanning products driven by awesome results.

Vegan friendly, paraben free, cruelty free*

We love animals, so we don’t test on them, and we love your bod, so we keep all the nasties out of our products, so you know your skin is getting well looked after and while you’re looking hot AF. simple.

* Certified by Marque of brands lab statement on 11/02/2018.

starts dark, ends darker

We don’t just end our range at ultra dark, we start there and work our way up. just choose your level of super darkness and rinse it off when you’re as dark as you dare go like, why just be tanned when you can be tanned AF?

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L'Oreal Paris Hydrating Lightweight Bronzing Self-Tanning Water Mousse gives skin a natural-looking tan with a sunkissed glow and even finish within 4-8 hours.

• L'Oreal Paris Hydrating Lightweight Bronzing Self-Tanning Water Mousse - Instantly gives skin a natural-looking tan with a sunkissed glow and even finish
• Ultra lightweight water mousse disappears into your skin for an easy to apply, streak-free quick drying tan
• Formula enriched with real coconut water and Vitamin E - allows for hydration and softer, smoother skin
• Fresh fragrance smells of delicious coconut and leaves your skin smelling beachy - Enjoy a scent that truly says vacation
• Allow 4-8 hours for color to fully develop before showering - For a longer-lasting tan and sunkissed glow, apply three times over 12 to 24 hours

User questions & answers

Question:	What is a darker shade this product comes in
Answer:	Medium to dark...i am older and for my face it makes it look bad..but on the body it looks good
Question:	How long does tan last after one use
Answer:	Yes a slight citric smell
Question:	Is this too dark for fair skin
Answer:	I am not the manufacturer but I have had it for 6 months and have not had any issues using it.
Question:	Does this stay on if you get wet
Answer:	Yes I did. I didn’t really think the product was worth the price

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Self-Tanning Water Mousse for Gradual, Natural-Looking Tan

Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Water Mousse gives skin a natural-looking gradual tan with a sunkissed glow and even finish. Ultra-lightweight, transfer resistant formula disappears into skin for an invisible feel + quick drying tan. Color develops gradually over 4-8 hours.

Formula enriched with coconut water and Vitamin E hydrates for softer, smoother skin. Fresh coconut fragrance leaves skin smelling beachy.

For best results, smooth a generous layer evenly into skin using circular motions until thoroughly absorbed.

• NATURAL LOOKING, SUN KISSED SKIN WITHOUT SUN DAMAGE OR CHEMICALS. The world's first 100% Natural DHA self-tan body treatment with full skin care benefits. Transforms your skin without any of those nasty streaks or blotches for a beautiful natural looking, golden glow with no orangey tones.
• ANTI-CELLULITE & ANTI-AGING WITH ZERO NASTIES. This lightweight mousse delivers an instant bronze glow that is fast drying and develops in just 2 hours to a long-lasting tan. Infused with raw virgin coconuts, botanicals and amino acids to hydrate, blurs pigmentation and stretch marks to perfect your skin. Created using our unique Cellushape technology enriched with powerful natural antioxidants like fig, banana, papaya and cocoa to improve signs of aging.
• SMELL SO GOOD, YOU’LL WANT MORE. Our Sunny Honey self tan has a tropical mango and guava fragrance that gives you the feel of an island escape. No more biscuit smells! Get ready to rock that tan glow! A little goes a long way as each bottle has roughly 260 pumps and can last approx 10-20 full body tanning sessions.
• EASY APPLICATION WITHOUT ANY TRANSFER. Lightweight, non-sticky formula to be applied by hand in circular motions. Use only a small pump to apply the tan to tricky-to-tan areas like the feet, hands, face and ears. Shower in warm water after 2 hours and gently pat skin dry. You may also wish to sleep in it overnight for a deeper and longer-lasting tan as our tan doesn't transfer! Psst, you may even use a fine-tipped brush or freckle stencil to make faux freckles!
• CRUELTY FREE, VEGAN AND ALL NATURAL. Formulated with only the highest quality natural ingredients. Our cutting-edge formula will moisturize your skin while giving you that stunning beach babe glow. Our Coco & Eve Sunny Honey tanning mousse is vegan, cruelty free, never tested on animals and toxin free made with all natural ingredients.

User questions & answers

Question:	How long does this last on you
Answer:	4-5 days, but I moisturize after ever shower to maintain the color.
Question:	I swim a lot will come off in water
Answer:	I would say no. After I used it, it took forever for the ugly orange color to wash off my skin.