Fake tan: The low-down on the best ways to self tan

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From smooth lotions to ace fluffy mousses and handy sprays, there are plenty of options here, whether you like a deep golden tan or more subtle shimmer…

Love a golden glow but looking for something different? We have reviews of everything from the best gradual tan, and bronzer to the best fake tan for your face
and spray tans.

Wondering if you should get a spray tan before your holiday? We have the answer.

Ameliorate Transforming Body Lotion With A Hint of Colour, £19.50, AmeliorateResults: Our go-to for achieving healthy-looking skin. It brightens complexion, while giving it a subtle golden glow that washes off. Making it deal for the fake tan commitment-phobes, or for quick fix-ups.

Bonus Features: Not only does it enhances and evens out skin tone, it is also a hydration bomb, restoring the skin smoothness and moisture.

Clinique Body Tinted Lotion, £20, CliniqueResults: A deep tan with gorgeous golden undertones, the colour gets richer within the next day, and the finished look is tropical vacation worthy.

Bonus Features: The lotion formula makes it for a super easy and smooth application, no missed spots or streaks with this one.

Garnier Ambre Solaire No Streaks Bronzer Dry Body Mist, £10.20, Garnier available nationwideResults: A no nonsense multi-angle spray tan that leaves a light tan, ideal for a subtle glow. A perfect product if you’re new to the world of self-tan sprays.

Bonus Features: Multi-angle dry mist spray, apricot extracts to moisturise skin, quick-dry, no need to rub.

L’oreal Paris Sublime Bronzer Overnight Elixir, £9.99, SuperdrugResults: Fake tan formulas are constantly evolving, and L’oreal Paris’ latest offering is incredibly practical and a real time-saver. Wear this at night to wake up to the perfect subtle tan.

Bonus Features: Overnight wear and it WON’T stain your sheets.

Marula Dry Oil Self Tan, £39, Vita LiberataResults: We adore this new concept of a dry oil tan. Opt for it if you’d like a smooth, golden, buildable tan.

Bonus Features: It has an SPF 50, which is seriously impressive in a tanning product.

Delicious Self Tanning Cream, £18, ClarinsResults: If you’re really pale and thought there was no salvation, this one is for you. This tanner’s tinted caramel colour works wonders on all skins shades and types.

Bonus Features: A scented velvet-like cream for smooth sun-kissed skin.

The Face and Body Gradual Tan, £75, La MerResults: Perfect for a no streaks application and an instant glow.

Bonus Features: Build up to your desired shade with daily applications. Super easy to use and delicate on the skin – ideal for fake-tan beginners.

Tan Luxe The Water, £33, Space NKResults: Don’t be fooled by the transparency, this gets results! A seamless natural tan.

Bonus Features: Gives your skin a hydration and vitamin boost. And just like water, there’s no smell.

All Over Bronzing Gel , £25, Bobbi BrownResults: A golden tan with brown undertones. Travel-friendly, this is a go-to for emergency retouches.

Bonus Features: Perfect for the summer, the gel is fresh, dries fast, and has SPF 15.

Xen-Tan Tranformation Ultra, £49.99, Xen TanResults: An gorgeous dark golden glow which fades evenly.

Bonus Features: This revolutionary formula allows you to continue to build your tan after you’ve washed it off, too. You simply apply your product as you would normally, leave it on for 45 minutes-2 hours (depending on how deep you’d like your tan) then wash it off. During the next ten hours, your tan will develop.

Benefit Hoola Zero Tanlines, £19.50, Benefit CosmeticsResults: An even, golden tan which makes you feel like you’ve been on holiday for two weeks at least.

Bonus Features: Its seriously cool packaging and super sweet smell.

Origins The Great Pretender, £18 150ml, OriginsResults: A tinted, self-tanning body gel that provides an immediate bronzed glow and subtle shimmer as it tans your body. This oil-free self-tanner provides mistake-proof, non-streak application and develops into a believable tan that looks smooth and even for days.

Bonus Features: DHA (from yeast) copies nature’s colour by interacting with skin’s own proteins to make even lilywhite limbs look richly bronzed. And don’t forget the gorgeous shimmer.

Sienna X Express Tanning Mist, £15.95 150ml, Sienna XResults: Effectively, a spray tan in a can, the mist is perfect for applying an even, flawless tan – or even to top up those parts of the body that are prone to fading faster.

Bonus Features: Sienna X’s new formula Tanning Mist is infused with the benefits of anti-ageing Q10. Aloe Vera and Vitamin E also help keep the skin feeling refreshed and nourished.

KIKO Milano Self Tanning Rapid Mousse, £13.90 150ml, Kiko CosmeticsResults: A natural, even tan that’s easy to build to your chosen tan tone. The first result is visible about 1 hour after application, while the maximum result can be seen after about 3 hours.

Bonus Features: A mousse formula is such a great way to apply self tan, thanks to its ‘glide on’ texture, making it child’s play to get a natural, even tan all over.

James Read Tan Maximiser, £24.50 200ml, Net-A-PorterResults: Expertly formulated to speed up the natural tanning process, this little beauty helps develop deeper tones and a longer lasting tan. The formulation incorporates Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin E, Algae extract and other moisturising agents to help improve skin feel.

Bonus Features: Unlike traditional formulas, which use DHA, this maximiser uses an active botanical extract called Monk’s Pepper combined with Acetyl Tyrosine, to extend the life of the tan. We’re all over that.

Rodial Brazilian Tan Airbrush, £35.00 200ml, Rodial for nearest stockisResults: Airbrush technology that gives you an instant glow which develops into a golden tan. Contains coconut and aloe vera; perfect for a pre-holiday colour boost.

Bonus Features: Quick dry, streak-free coverage, moisturising ingredients that allow a longer-lasting tan.

Fake Bake Airbrush Instant Self-Tan, £27.95, Fake Bake available at DebenhamsResults: An airbrush spray tan that gives you an instant glow. Ideal if you have spare time on a night for precise application.

Bonus Features: Quick dry, develops quickly, 360 degree nozzle, continuous spray and includes tanning guide.

Rimmel Sunshimmer Instant Tan & Gradual Glow, £6.99, available at Superdrug and BootsResults: An instant, natural-looking tan that can be used on face and body. Also includes a gradual glow that will keep you looking health without being too overpowering.

Bonus Features: Two matte shades, instant tan that is easily washed off, gradual glow, suitable for face and body.

By Terry Hyaluronic Summer Bronzing Hydra-Veil, £44, available exclusively at Space NKResults: It blends beautifully giving a natural barely-there tan. Perfect for those wanting a matte-looking complexion.

Bonus Features: Three different shades, anti-pore filling, wrinkle and imperfection erasing, lightweight, matte, enrich by galangal leaf extract.

Instant Tan Finishing Gloss, £12, St. Tropez

Results: Instant gorgeous bronze glow, with buildable coverage.

Bonus Features: Tan commitment-phobia? No worries, this St. Tropez instant tanner is washable. Ideal for beginners and those just looking for a quick fix-up.

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