The Best Self Tans for Summer
Help yourself to a golden glow
Skin care with self tan care, this tanning water contains vitamins C, A and E for protection, firmness and elasticity and is suitable for all skin types. Perfect for face and body, simply mist on, dry and go. Adaptive Tan Mist Self Tanning Water, £60 Oskia
We love James Read’s self tan products and this one is no different. Sunrise to Sundown Tinted Serum, £44, contains skin-loving ingredients to boost hydration and allows you to build up colour for a natural looking glow.
For a gradual glow that never goes orange, this spray mist develops within an hour so you can decide quickly how deep to go. Natural Bronzer Body Mist, £12.50 Garnier Ambre Solaire
Tan-Luxe’s The Body Illuminating Tan Drops, £44, took the market by storm on launch as one of the easiest ways to achieve a realistic and totally customisable tan. With vitamin E and raspberry seed oil, simply mix with your favourite moisturiser for a golden glow.
The one to add to your supermarket basket. Super affordable St.Moritz Instant Tan, £5.99, absorbs quickly and doesn’t streak.
Lightweight and without any stickiness, plus zesty sweet orange water to ensure there’s no lingering nasty biscuity smell, gradually build the perfect tan with this new formula from ESPA which doubles as a daily moisturiser. Pro- Glow Gradual Tan Body Cream, £43
Who doesn’t love a gel-cream? This self-tanner works with all skin tones and its highly moisturising formula helps to plump and smooth the skin while providing a lasting golden glow. Use daily or as desired for a tailor-made tan. Hydra-Boost Self Tanning Gel-Creme, £48 Institut Esthederm
The perfect last-minute golden glow. When you’ve left it all a little late, make this your go-to as the silky oil with skincare benefits will give you a gentle glow, but washes straight off too. Tan Boosting Body Oil, £28 Coco & Eve
When you are in a hurry, why wait for your tan to work? Just apply this 30 Minute Express Mousse, £21.95 from Isle of Paradise, with a mitt and you’ll be glowing within minutes.
Natura Bisse C+C Vitamin Self-Tan Drops, £62, is enriched with vitamin C to deliver antioxidant benefits for skin that is supple and smooth. Free from oils, it can be used on even oily skin types to gradually build an even tan.
