Being from Ireland I was really not blessed with tanned skin lol , so I've been fake/self tanning my see-through skin since I was about 15 (I'm now 34! π) & when I tell you I've tried them all! Here are some of my favourite self-tanning products...
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Wear-Off Body Tans
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Wash-Off Instant Tans
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Applicators π§€
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Tan Removal
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Face Tanning
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Tanning Extenders/Gradual Moisturisers
Wear-Off Body Tans
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So this is my go-to tan for going on vacation! It's a gorgeous colour (not too dark!) & lasts for at least a week if not more! π§΄
Bondi Sands 200ml Self Fake Tanning Foam - Dark
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This similar to the Bondi Sands Mousse but in lotion form if you prefer! Absolutely love it as well & have worn it on vacation too!! π
Bondi Sands Self Tanning Lotion - Dark 200ml
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So this is a gorgeous new tan I've been trying from a brand which is owned by one of my best pals! π But honestly unbiased review this tan smells BEAUT, doesn't seem to rub off on sheets/clothes as much as some of the others when you first put it on...
I Am Unfiltered (Ultra Dark Tan)
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My favourite wear-off tan when I'm on a BUDGET! It's usually always less than Β£5! π
St Moriz Professional Instant Tanning Mousse with Aloe Vera & Vitamin E, Fast Drying Vegan Fake Tan, Medium (200ml)
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If you're looking for a less messy tan that won't come off as much on your sheets & clothes, this is the one! It's a clear water spray which is so easy to use & comes out a lovely colour! Again you can get light/medium/dark tan in this! β¨
Isle of Paradise Self Tan Water Medium (200 ml) Hydrating Self Tanning Water Natural Ingredients & Vegan
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Now I haven't worn this one as often as some of the others but I did go through a bottle & loved the colour it's super rich & golden so well worth a try on the search for your perfect wear off fake tan! π€
SoSu By SJ Dripping Gold Luxury Tanning Dark Mousse
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Although I haven't worn this one in years I remember loving it when I was younger & the colour was super natural! Everyone seems to still rave about it too! π
He-Shi Express Liquid Tan Instant Fake Tan Liquid, Medium - Vegan & Cruelty Free (150ml)
Wash-Off Instant Tans
These tans will wash-off in the shower! πΏ
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Another fantastic WASH-OFF tan! Perfect for days when you just want to have a bit of an instant glow that you can easily shower off! πΏ
St Moriz Professional Instant Wash Off Tan with Aloe Vera & Vitamin E, Gradual Vegan Fake Tan, Medium (150ml)
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If you want a tan that will just WASH OFF at the end of the day - THIS IS THE ONE! I've worn this since I first ever started tanning lol! You can get the shimmer version which is kinda sparkly, or just a matte one if you want to look a bit more natur...
Rimmel Sunshimmer - Instant Tan - Wash Off Shimmer
Applicators π§€
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If you don't plan on tanning very often or you are just wanting a cheap tanning applicator mitt the VELVOTAN mitts are perfect! Note: they are single sided & do protect your hands from staining but sometimes I get a wee bit steps through onto my ...
Velvotan - The Original Tanning Mitt
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If you are tanning regularly & want a mitt that will last longer & is maybe slightly more 'sturdy' than a single sided mitt, I would definitely recommend this St Tropez Double Sided mitt! π§΄
St. Tropez Self Tan Dual-Sided Tanning Mitt
Tan Removal
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I've only recently started using this to remove my tan when it get's to that βscaleyβ stage & I have to say it works really well! Seems to soften the tan up so when you go to exfoliate or wipe it with the cloth it comes off much easier! π
Bondi Sands Self Tan Eraser 200ml
Face Tanning
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I don't wear a lot of make up day-to-day but I do love having a wee glow & these self-tanning drops are perfect! Do note you can get different shades to suit your skin tone or desired glow! ππ§΄
Isle of Paradise Self Tanning Face Drops Medium (30 ml) Add Self Tanning Drops to Skin Care Natural Ingredients & Vegan
Tanning Extenders/Gradual Moisturisers
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This is how I make my fake tan last even longer on holidays! It's an Aftersun with a hint of tan in it! It always works really well for me but maybe give it a go before you go on hols & see how you find it!π§΄
Garnier Ambre Solaire - After Sun Tan Maintainer with Self Tan 200ml