As many of us already know, sun exposure is one of the leading causes of skin cancer. Which is part of the reason that more and more brands are developing amazingsunless tanning products that can give you that subtle just-left-Mexico look... without risking any unnecessary UV exposure.
No matter what the occasion, there's a bronzing product for you. Whether you're headed to a summer wedding and just need your legs to look extra good in photos (liquid bronzers, hello!) or you just want to look as tan as your friends who just got back from Cancun, there are so many types of formulas that it's easy to find one to suit your needs. The best part is, no one needs to know that you've been hiding under a blanket watching Netflix for the last six months.
For me personally, I love being tan: It makes me feel more confident, and that's never a bad thing. Which is why I've essentially tried any and every self-tanning or bronzing product on the market. Ahead, you'll find some of the best of the best that have lasted me through long nights of dancing with friends for a birthday in the city or those that I've doused myself with at the start of skirt season.
Get the benefits of a self-tanner and hydrating, revitalizing properties of a facial serum with these innovative drops. The formula uses good-for-you ingredients like virgin marula and black currant seed oils, vitamin F (aka linoleic acid), and a beautiful blend of antioxidants that help to protect the skin from free radicals. All of these luxurious, natural ingredients are delivered with a bronze-y finish that gives you the perfect summer glow (that never looks orange or streaky).
Ever since the day this self-tanning oil was released, I've been deeply in love with it. I already loved Josie Maran's O.G. argan oil formula, so I knew that if I ever had the chance to cover my entire body in it — well, it would be a no-brainer. Using the included mitt, you can apply this quick-absorbing, incredibly hydrating body oil to the skin in seconds flat. Not only will you be soaking in the benefits of the 100 percent pure argan oil, coconut water, and aloe, but in four to six hours your skin will be the most beautiful cool-toned bronze.
Think of this body bronzer as a BB or CC cream for your whole body: it's essentially a light-reflecting wash of color that provides the perfect tint from head to toe. This creamy formula helps to reduce the appearance of blemishes, cellulite, and spider veins while giving you a gorgeous glow. Plus, you can wear it on a night out without worrying — it's formulated to be water-resistant to hold up through all your weekend shenanigans.
Supergoop! has completely mastered the art of protecting your skin from the sun, but they still want you to be able to feel confident with a California girl glow. Say "hello" to this two-in-one hydrating mist that also gives you buildable color wherever your skin needs a pick-me-up. Spritz it on lightly for a light glow or generously for a major bronze, then let it bake for two to four hours. Not only will the DHA deliver your sunless tan, but vitamin E and vitamin B5 will seep into the skin to prevent inflammation from UV damage and help maintain your skin's moisture barrier.
