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The 2013 Self-Tanner AwardsWhen it comes to choosing the right self-tanner, the stakes are high. We're giving awards to the best ones out there, so you don't have to risk looking like an Oompa Loompa again |
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And after a string of self-tanner woes, I've finally had what Oprah would call an "Aha! Moment": Most self-tanners are terrible. So terrible, in fact, that I'd rather be pale.
However, there are a few gems -- a select group of self-tanners that stand out among their awful competitors -- and they can be found in drugstores, Sephora, and department stores alike. When I'm desperate for color (i.e. the last Vegas bachelorette party I attended), I turn to one of these.
Skip ahead to see which self-tanners made the cut.
Since the self-tanning formula is so tricky to get right, I've decided the good self-tanners out there deserve an award. Which is why I'm handing out self-tanner superlatives. Some of these are new for 2013, while others are oldies but goodies. I hope you find the one that works for you so you never have to go out in public looking like Tony the Tiger. I already suffered for you.
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i like the loreal except i always have orange hands after use, the jergens one is great too. lately ive been using fake bake flawless self tanner. love the color it gives but it seems to fade really fast
by 92jess11 Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 11:07PM Report as inappropriate
I like Estee Lauder's version, but I keep coming back to Jergens. You can truly control the intensity of the color with no streaking.
by GigiSD Thursday, April 11, 2013 at 06:55PM Report as inappropriate
Jergens is a great affordable option. I've used it for years, both the express and regular versions.
by LipglossandSpandex Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 10:37PM Report as inappropriate
I rarely use self tanners but this is useful info
by butterfly11 Monday, April 1, 2013 at 05:28PM Report as inappropriate
I'm highly sensitive and allergy-prone. I tried the Jergens last year on my legs and LOVED how it looked, but quickly developed a reaction. It had a strong odor then, so I'm wondering if it's been reformulated enough that I can risk trying it again. Hmmm...
by purple9a Friday, March 15, 2013 at 08:51PM Report as inappropriate
Just what I needed! I think I'm gonna pick up the jergens lotion!
by NillaButterfly Friday, March 15, 2013 at 04:28PM Report as inappropriate
LOVE THIS TRYING THE JERGENS NOW
by kfloyd01 Monday, March 11, 2013 at 04:53PM Report as inappropriate
Fab-u-lous Article -- Just in Time !!! Beach, Vacay, I'm sooooo ready. And I had not heard of most of these. Good Going!
by islands4me Monday, March 11, 2013 at 11:16AM Report as inappropriate
great so spring
by Nicole2814 Sunday, March 10, 2013 at 06:51PM Report as inappropriate
good info w/ spring & summer right around the corner.
by .flawless. Sunday, March 10, 2013 at 04:19AM Report as inappropriate