New arrival picks: top self-tanning oils, lotions and foams

Self-tanning oil with aloe vera

Sun-kissed yet perfectly hydrated and nourished skin? That’s exactly what the TanOrganic The Skincare Tan has to offer, with its formula rich in natural ingredients that take gentle care of your skin, even if it’s sensitive. Specifically, it contains aloe vera, argan oil, borage seed oil and orange peel extract. No unwanted streaks or stained clothes, just beautifully bronzed, glowing and supple skin that you’ll constantly want to show off. 

Coconut water foam

Thanks to the COCOSOLIS SOLIS Medium self-tan foam, you can get a tan from head to toe in just a few hours. It’s formulated to be used on the face as well as the body. It provides a very natural bronze effect. The foam contains natural and clean ingredients that your skin will love. Natural plant-based DHA and coconut water will make sure that your skin is nice and supple. Each drop is also enriched with moisturising and antioxidant ingredients that protect it against dryness, keeping it fresh and beautiful.

Oil for a gradual tan

The Lancaster Sun 365 Self Tanning Oil is a little different from the rest. The natural-looking beach tan develops gradually over time, so you can watch your skin get a more and more intense bronze shade day after day. Its dry oil texture makes application pleasant and easy. And that’s very important because you have to apply it daily.

And what’s so charming about it? It’s formulated with the SelfTan technology, which contains natural self-tanning ingredients that gradually adapt to the natural colour of your skin. The Tan Activator also plays an important role, activating melanin production to accelerate the tanning process. 

Self-tan lotion for travelling

The Dove Summer Revived self-tan lotion is ideal for travelling. Its practical packaging fits easily into a smaller backpack. You can give your skin a tanned look wherever you are. It’s suitable for both your face and body and you don’t have to worry about any unsightly streaks. Just follow the instructions carefully during application. And let’s not forget about the fact that it also nourishes and hydrates the skin as needed. 

How to get a flawless tan at home

1. Don’t underestimate preparation

Before applying the self-tanner for the first time, wash your skin thoroughly to get rid of excess oil and residual body care products. When you’re in the shower, treat yourself to a body scrub, which reliably removes dead skin cells. Focus mainly on your elbows, knees, ankles and other dry skin areas. 

2. Use gloves

When applying self-tanner, it’s ideal to use self-tan cream application gloves to spread the product evenly all over the body using circular motions. Start from the feet and work your way up to the face. Then remove the glove carefully and work some product into the fingers and the back of the hand that was covered. Use a Kabuki brush for transitions between your face and neck or arm and underarm for a flawless finish. 

3. Wait for it to develop

Allow approximately 8 hours for the product to work. During this time, avoid strenuous physical activity that can cause perspiration, as well as showering and bathing. Make sure to wear dark and loose clothing after application. The ideal time for applying self-tanner is right before bed. You may still have to wash your sheets, but that’s to be expected. Avoid going in for a massage, facial, sauna or spa for at least a day after your application of self-tanner. 

4. Moisturising is your best friend

After the developing period, treat your skin to a lightweight and oil-free body cream. Moisturising regularly is essential to maintaining fresh, healthy and tanned skin. If the resulting tan is not deep enough for you, you can repeat the application after 24 hours to achieve a darker shade. This time, however, skip the body scrub. 

Have you picked your favourite from our selection of new arrivals? You might even love your self-tanner so much that you’ll use it all year round.