We all know that sunbathing is not a healthy option to achieve a great tan. A gorgeous summer glow is timeless and beautiful but even if you slather on the sunscreen, too much sun exposure can lead to wrinkled, dry and damaged skin. Get a beautiful bronzed look for summer by faking it with these amazing tan boosters, whatever your skin tone. From powders that wash off to self tanners that last for days, each product gives your face or body a natural looking glow to get you beach-ready!
NYX Cosmetics Matte Bronzer, $9
Achieve a natural and healthy looking complexion by using any of these powder bronzers available in five russet shades from NYX. They are perfect for that desired honey glow all year long! The varying shades match your skin tone so you can choose the one that gives you the perfect glow. This bronzer provides a light shimmer of color that looks best dusted across cheeks or used for an easy contour. The packaging is compact and petite enough to fit in a beach bag or a work purse.
St. Tropez Bronzing Mousse, $32
Infused with conditioning aloe vera, this mousse from St. Tropez has innovative Aromaguard™ fragrance technology which eliminates the tell-tale self tan aroma by a minimum of 70% so no one will smell your tan. In just one use you will get a perfectly natural looking, streak-free tan that dries in 60 seconds. St. Tropez provides a perfect golden color so you'll never look orange. I really like this light weight self tanner as it works well when used on all skin tones, dries quickly and is easy to apply.
Vita Liberata Trystal™ Self-Tanning Bronzing Minerals
Trystal™ technology combines an instant pure mineral bronze color with long lasting results for a beautiful and natural looking medium tan. This bronzer is oil - free with micronized crystals that provide a sheer, lightweight bronzing coverage. These bronzing minerals even have added DHA for a lasting tan result. This unique bronzing powder will leave you with soft, smooth, healthy looking skin. A little bit of Trystal™ goes a long way so you get a lot of bronze for your buck.
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Fake Bake 60 Minutes Tan and Express Self Tan Liquid, $32.00
Fake Bake's 60 minutes Tan and Self Tan Liquid provides a truly long lasting glow. This product is easy to apply all over because it shows where it has been sprayed so you walk away streak free. If you want to be a bit darker, simply leave the the product on for 60 minutes longer before rinsing. With this product, a long lasting golden glow can be achieved in an hour. Plus, it comes with a glove for even application.
Guinot Lait Hydra Bronze Moisturizing Lotion, $36
This bronzing cream gradually builds a natural-looking tan without causing any striping or streakiness and without exposing skin to the harmful effects of the sun. Not only do you get a healthy bronze but you also get to moisturize and soften your skin with use. The non-sticky consistency makes the product comfortable to use and beats risking a sunburn by laying out in the sun.
La Mer Reparative Skintint SPF30+
La Mer offers a luxurious way to get a few shades darker with their Reparative Skintint product. It is offered in five different shades so you can go a little darker to match your skin during the summer. With a little moisturizer underneath, this product works great to cover blemishes while providing a glowing color to your face. This skintint simultaneously gives you color, banishes blemishes, fills fine lines and wrinkles and protects your face from harmful sun rays by providing SPF 30. It is perfect to add to a summer getaway bag!
