Do you suffer from sun allergies or very pale skin that doesn’t tan well, or do you dream of the perfect bronze throughout winter? A self-tanning face cream gives your skin a golden glow even when the sun has gone. There isn’t just cream – there’s also self-tanning oil, self-tanning mist for the face, face-tanning serum and tanning drops for face – just choose the best self-tanning product for your face depending on what your skin needs!
Most self-tanning products contain dihydroxyacetone (DHA), which causes a chemical reaction in the top layer of the skin. Specifically, it interacts with amino acids in the epidermis and causes them to produce a pigment called melanoidin. This reaction usually lasts for 6–10 hours and the result is worth it – bronzed skin that makes it look as though you’ve just come back from a holiday! Good facial self-tanning products usually also contain moisturising and nourishing ingredients, so they take care of your skin at the same time.
A bronze look obtained in this way lasts for several days. Since only the top layer of the skin is tanned, it gradually peels off over time and the tan fades. If you want to keep your bronze for as long as possible, moisturise your skin thoroughly and avoid scrubs, hot water or rubbing your face with a towel. Once your tan has faded, just repeat application.
The skin on your face is more sensitive than the skin on other parts of the body. That is why it’s a good idea to choose a specialist product designed specifically for the face, especially if you have irritation-prone skin. If you have acne-prone skin, always choose a non-comedogenic product that won’t block the pores.
It is generally recommended that you choose a shade 1–2 degrees darker than your untanned skin. A shade only slightly darker than your natural skin colour is ideal for beginners as it is the easiest to apply and any mistakes will be less noticeable. In general, the longer a self-tanning spray or other product lasts, the darker the results you can expect.
For an even tan that lasts as long as possible, follow a few basic rules.
The ideal way to do it is to apply it about an hour before bedtime and just leave it on overnight. However, we recommend putting a towel under your head or using dark-coloured bedding.
Tip: You can set your self-tanning product on your face with translucent powder while using it. It can help prevent streaks and uneven results.
Choose the best self-tanning product for your face and show off a beautifully bronzed complexion even when the sun isn’t shining! Whether you’re interested in a face-tanning mist, tanning serum, cream or handy facial tanning drops, you’re guaranteed to find what you want with us. Do you love having an all-round tan? Then you can also take a look at self-tanning products for the body at Notino.