Get a golden glow to rival Girls Aloud's
So the sun is shining and you're paler than Dita Von Teese? Do not fret, because we have compiled a list of the best fake tans on the market for every budget. You’ll be glowing like Girls Aloud in no time...
For a cheap fix, you can’t go wrong with Dove Summer Glow, £4.99 Choose from the Light to Medium or Medium to Dark depending on your skin tone, and simply use it instead of your normal body lotion for a natural, believable colour. Perfect for tanning virgins, it doesn’t streak or have that nasty ‘fake tan’ smell.
For an instant glow, Rimmel’s Sunshimmer Bronzing Spray, now £5.21, goes on easily and you can choose how light or dark you want to go, depending on your mood! Just spray on and blend in with your hands (it may be a good idea to invest in a tanning mitt if you don’t want orange palms!) This is best for a night out, or to disguise any dodgy tan marks after a day sunning yourself, as it washes off in the shower.
For those of you looking for a longer-lasting, more intense tan, the classic St Tropez will not let you down. It may be pricier than the others, but it delivers fab results and will last you for ages. The Whipped Bronzing Mousse, from £20, goes on like a dream and you won't miss any spots because of the instant brown colour. Just wait for 5-7 hours, have a shower, and you'll be left with a dark golden bronze which lasts up to seven days.
If you really want to push the boat out, Xen-Tan is the one for you. Not heard of it? Well, celebs such as Holly Willoughby and Nicolette Sheridan are huge fans, and no wonder: it doesn't smell, is easy to apply and it contains antioxidants to smooth your skin as it tans. Try the Deep Bronze Luxe lotion, £25.95. You’ll get a perfect olive tan in just a few hours.
So even if you’re counting the pennies, you can get yourself a fab tan-just don’t blame us when everybody keeps asking where you’ve jetted off to!
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