Self Tanning Creams...

[TwinMom7]

If you use them, can you tell me which one is the best? I really don't care about the cost, just need help with my lily white winter skin and I don't have time for the tanning beds.

THANKS!!!

 

[lil mermaid]

I like the Netrogena one. I have used self tanners alot, and with mixed results.

A couple of words of advice - make sure you exfoliate really really well before you use a self tanner. What happens if you don't is that you get sort of blotchy patches where it really grabs onto the dry skin! I also recommend getting the kind that is made for lighter skin. You won't get as dark, but the effect will be more natural.

 

[Bob Slydell]

I don't know if it's the best, but DW uses Clinique's cream and likes the results.

Personally, I think the stuff stinks.

 

[CEDmom]

The May issue of Real Simple Magazine did a rating of self tanners. Here's their best:

light tanning:

face - murad age-proof spf 15 self tanner (available @ gbsbeauty.com)

body - neutrogena instant bronze medium

medium tanning:

face - clarins seer bronze self tanning hydrating gel

body - lancome soleil flash bronzer

deep tanning:

face - estee lauder sunless go bronze plus

body - l'oreal sublime bronze self tanning gelee deep

The price range is $9 - 28.

This is a great magazine btw.

 

[dzneelvr]

I use tanning lotions exclusively--tanning by the sun is so dangerous!

My current favorite (believe me, I've done them all!) is Coppertone's tinted cream. I mix it 1 to 1 with my regular body creme for a smoother and less concentrated application. And with the tint, you can see where it's going. On the top of my feet, I use the full concentration. Looks better with sandals and a good pedicure!

Make sure to wash your hands after application--the palms will absorb the color and tan too dark if you don't.

There are many pricey products on the market. My suggestion is to begin with a moderately priced product at first.

I wouldn't do anything else!
WDW on June 24