Getting that bronze glow, the healthy way!

It’s that time of year that we all want to have color, but without the effects that the suns’ rays can give us: skin damage, wrinkles, freckles, skin cancer.

Below, I have chosen a few self-tanners for our self-tanner round up.  They sure have come along way since back in the day!  You can now gain a beautiful, bronze glow to your skin without the consequences of sun exposure.

Tip - For your face if you have large, easily clogged pores, be careful.  You might be better off using a bronzing powder on the face and a self-tanner for the body.

Towelette –

Easy and very quick to use and dry.  They don’t have much of a smell.  You might need to use more than one application to do the entire body or to get that desirable color.  If you are very fair this might just take the edge off that “white glow”.  But might take 4 or more applications to get that color you want.

Jergens Natural Glow Daily -

This self-tanning lotion gives a gradual, natural looking tan.  Jergens is very moisturizing and does have a hit of scent.  It is easy to apply and is streak-free because it is a gradual procedure.  If you are looking for a fast result this one will not be the one for you.

Neutrogena MicroMist Tanning Sunless Spray -

Experts say that sunless tanning sprays are excellent for hard-to-reach areas, but claim they have a learning curve.  Once you spray, some reviewers recommend rubbing the product in to further prevent streaking.  They also recommend opening  a window when applying MicroMist, because the odor is strong.

Arbonne, Made in the Shade -

You can develop a deep, dark tan with this botanically based self-tanner.  It also has a SPF of 15.  This is a spray and has a faint scent.  It is also formulated with anti-aging elements – bonus!

St. Tropez Bronzing Lotion -

This self-tanner seems to be the one that a lot of ladies have tried and loved!  It gives that sun-kissed look without an orange hue.  Easy to use, but make sure it is fully dried before putting on anything or stepping into the shower or you will get streaks.