5 Hydrating Self-Tans For Your Face
Illuminating Bronzing Face Mist, £30 | Amanda Harrington
Best For: A Dewy, Youthful Finish
Why We Love It: Amanda Harrington’s line is arguably the gold standard in tanning. Not only do the products yield radiant results, they look after your skin. The bestselling facial mist is a must-try if you like a deeper colour – brimming with collagen, it keeps skin smooth and supple, while the semi-permanent colour eliminates the need for make-up. Spritz it directly onto the skin in circular motions, or onto a make-up brush before buffing it in. Focus on the cheekbones, forehead and nose – where the sunlight naturally hits. And always use a brush to buff it in around the hairline, so you never have any tell-tale tidemarks.
Available at Harrods.com
Sunless Tan Anti-Ageing Face Serum, £49 | Coola
Best For: Sensitive Skin Types
Why We Love It: Reliable and easy to use, this streak-free serum uses 70% organic ingredients to gently tan your face, while the in-built vitamin C, argan oil and hyaluronic acid leave skin smooth, hydrated and plump. You’ll find the colour develops fast, with a subtle bronze finish that lasts at least three days. Apply it alone or use it with your day cream for subtler luminosity. The pina colada and coconut scent is a bonus.
Available at CultBeauty.co.uk
Overnight Hyaluronic Tan Balm, £22.50 | He-Shi
Best For: An Even Fade
Why We Love It: This He-Shi facial tan works best when left on overnight. Lightweight in texture, the silky balm provides instant moisture, while the tanning pigments gradually build a natural colour you’ll love. Try applying it with a make-up brush or a mitt for a patch-free finish. Our favourite thing about this formula is how well it fades, without any scaliness or dark patches.
Available at LookFantastic.com
Day Dew Self-Tan Face Mist, £13.95 | Isle of Paradise
Best For: Nourishing Ingredients
Why We Love It: The clue is in the name with this one. Offering dewy, healthy-looking colour, it contains some top skin nourishers, including glycerine, hyaluronic acid and sage oils, all of which penetrate the skin for a plumped up, hydrated effect. You only need a few spritzes of this to see a warm glow develop within hours. Never tight or drying, it instantly calms and soothes, leaving behind a far softer complexion.
Available at Boots.com
Daily Sunless Tanning Serum, £56 | Soleil Toujours
Best For: Vacation-Like Colour
Why We Love It: At £56, this is an investment, but worth it if you’re looking for a believable, vacation-like colour. With aloe and raspberry seed oil, skin gets a much-needed boost of hydration, while the fast-absorbing formula never feels tacky or greasy. You only need a small amount – apply it as you would a normal serum to see results within a couple of days.
Available at ALittleFind.com
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