Fake bake?? Or something else?

[freerangeeggs]

Hi everyone, I'm just looking for some wisdom on fake tans!

I've always been pretty scared of them, tbh, as I've seen the results of bad ones on friends. As a result I have no idea what I should go for.

As it's my first time (and I'm going on holiday) I don't mind splashing out a little bit on a good one. I've got a couple of questions though...

How long do they last?
Will I have streaky bits?
I only want something subtle - do they come in different, umm, strengths?
Will I have to be NAKEY when they spray me?? If not, will I have big white boobs??

And is it worth the money, overall, or should I just do something at home?

I'm Scottish so I'm normally pretty pasty...

TIA

I've become something of a fake tan addict over the last year and IMO you cannot beat a hand applied St Tropez treatment, although Fake Bake isn't bad.

So - it will last about a week but be at its best the day after the application - but if you shower every day it will probably start to look a bit patchy by day 4/5.

Fake Bake is designed to go the colour that you go when you tan so looks very natural - do tell the beautician that you want a subtle colour though as some people do want to go VERY dark.

You don't have to go naked, but obviously if you cover up then you won't have a colour there. FWIW I am very shy and modest but they see it all the time so it doesn't feel at all uncomfortable - I tend to wear an old pair of knickers then throw them afterwards

Oh and worht the money - depends how much you are paying - you can buy St Tropez mousse and a mitt (essential for even coverage) for around £20 and this would give you several applications - there are some videos on their website and useful hints and tips - maybe have a watch and see what you think

If you are doing it yourself go for Xen.. its amazing and good for pale skin as its more yellow/caramel based than orange/brown.

Just please wear gloves!!!!

If you can affrd it then go for a st tropex professional one.