It's right about now, this time of the year, that you start realizing you're missing something important: your beloved summer tan.
You spent the warmer months gradually building it, probably without even trying. By the end of summer, you hardly noticed it was there. But now, as it fades, you're left with pasty, dull skin that pales in comparison — literally.
But fret not, there are ways to keep that sun-kissed aura intact, all winter-long — all you need are a few key products. Speaking of, here are our can't-live-without products for the months ahead.
You can't very well have a winter glow unless you have a great base tan. We've had to perfect our at-home tanning skills over the years, but in all that time there's one new product that's stood out: This ultra lightweight formula leaves the perfect deep-yet-natural shade (and the coconut scent doesn't suck either).
Once you've got your base tan covered, we love these handy wipes for touch-up scenarios. About once a week, on clean skin, we'll whip out one of these organic tan-infused cloths to help preserve that base glow all week. Pro tip: Don't forget your neck.
When it comes to bronzer, we like a more is more approach. Not that you need to cake it on, just in the fact that bronzer is an all-occasion staple. Going to the market? Slap it on. Going to a holiday party? Yep, you know it. We prefer a matte version that complements your faux tan flawlessly.
Once you've got a nice, even base tan/bronzer situation, it's essential to add in a highlighter. But not just any highlighter: If you haven't tested this liquid glass glow, run don't walk to your nearest Sephora. For a dewy glow we especially like the spectrum bronze shade — it's literal perfection when dabbed on the high points of your face.
