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Gradual self tan recommendations please

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Weareoutofwine · 08/04/2025 11:04

I'd like to make some sort of attempt to prep my skin for the summer months - and would love recommendations for a gradual self tan lotion. So not instant fake tan but the type of moisturiser that builds colour over time.

Ideally something that is not too greasy, has a light scent, and gives a lovely golden glow (and hopefully moisturises too).

Please help!

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NotLikeTheOthers · 08/04/2025 11:07

Skinny Tan body glow lotion. I'm fair skinned and use the medium. It's very natural looking. I have sensitive skin but it's fine on the face too.

Weareoutofwine · 08/04/2025 11:28

NotLikeTheOthers · 08/04/2025 11:07

Skinny Tan body glow lotion. I'm fair skinned and use the medium. It's very natural looking. I have sensitive skin but it's fine on the face too.

Thank you - hownlong would you say it roughly takes to build up a nice natural tan effect?

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Username12284949 · 08/04/2025 11:32

Garnier. I am very pale but I use the medium/dark shade and don’t find it too dark. I always have a nice colour starting after the first application.

NotLikeTheOthers · 09/04/2025 22:47

Weareoutofwine · 08/04/2025 11:28

Thank you - hownlong would you say it roughly takes to build up a nice natural tan effect?

Put it on at night and you’ll see a subtle difference in the morning.

PotatoBreadForTheWin · 09/04/2025 23:04

Dove mousse is my favourite, absolutely idiot proof

Greenfingers37 · 09/04/2025 23:36

Another vote for Garnier Summer Body.

bigchanges1 · 10/04/2025 06:20

I use Palmers gradual tan lotion on body & face. Usually once a week throughout autumn / winter & then twice a week in spring / summer.

i usually pop it on in the morning when I’m working from home & wear a loose wrap dress for the day, then shower as normal at night.

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