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10 Fake Tan Products That'll Make You Look Like You Spent a Week at the Beach
It's safe to say that winter has taken quite the toll on your skin, leaving you paler than you ever thought you could be. If you're practically translucent and are on the search for a much-needed glow, we've got 10 beauty buys that will help you fake a real-looking bake. None of that orange sparkle stuff. From powder mists to skin-firming lotions, here's how to get the real deal this dreary winter without having to book a trip to Hawaii. (But, um, if you're going, take me with.)
St Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Mousse
St Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Mousse, $32, Sephora
This fast-drying mousse will deliver a rich, even bronze in just 60 seconds.
James Read Sleep Mask Tan
James Read Sleep Mask Tan, $43, Net-A-Porter
If only all facials could give you tans, too. This life-changing product not only delivers the same effects of a salon facial, but it also gives you a healthy, natural glow overnight.
Clarins Liquid Bronze Self Tanning
Clarins Liquid Bronze Self Tanning, $38, Sephora
This lotion goes on super smooth, evens out skin tone and gives skin a subtle hint of warmth.
Estee Lauder 'Bronze Goddess Golden Perfection' Self-Tanning Lotion
Estee Lauder ‘Bronze Goddess Golden Perfection’ Self-Tanning Lotion, $28, Nordstrom
If you have particularly sensitive skin, this creamy, nurturing, non-acnegenic formula will give you a natural-looking sun-kissed tan.
Trilogy Instant Bronzing Gel
Instant Bronzing Gel, $11, Bath & Unwind
Unlike a lot of other unpleasant smelling self-tanning products on the market, this bronzing gel smells like summer — you won’t feel embarrassed to lather yourself in this coconutty goodness.
Philosophy's 'the big skinny' self-tanning firming cream
‘The Big Skinny’ Self-Tanning Firming Cream, $7, Bonanza
Maybe you didn’t make it to the gym as much as you wanted to this winter. Philosophy’s got your back — this product not only gives your skin a natural-looking tan, but it also firms, smooths and tones your skin. Best product ever? Yes.
True Natural Vegan Self-Tanner
True Natural Self-Tanner, $20, Amazon
This all-natural, vegan formula delivers a streak-free tan with its organic jojoba, green tea extract and aloe vera ingredients.
NARS Bronzing Powder
Nars Bronzing Powder, $40, N ordstrom
If you already have a base tan to work with, use this bronzing powder to enhance your natural color and add some golden shimmer.
Fake Bake Face Self-Tanning Lotion, 2-Ounces
Fake Bake Face Self-Tanning Lotion, $13, Amazon
This self-tanning lotion helps to firm the skin and diminish wrinkles while giving your face a natural-looking tan.
Guerlain 'Terracotta' Bronzing Powder Mist SPF 10
Guerlain ‘Terracotta’ Bronzing Powder Mist, $64, Nordstrom
This powder mist uses the same technology as airbrushing to deliver a flawlessly even glow across your face.
