With the sunshine making quite the appearance this week (hurrah!) it begs that age old question of: do we dare to bare? Turning our once pasty selves into golden bronzed goddesses, with olive hues and a warm glow to rival a two week tropical holiday. Because let's face it, straight out the bottle is the closet I'm going to get - Gisele eat your heart out. Fake tan is an area of expertise and not to be taken lightly (har har) with over 6 years of experience and disasters (sachets of fake tanning wipes aged 14 anyone?) I like to think I got this business down to a T. A few things I've learnt...
1) I'm really lazy. I only do body parts that are actually on show.
2) I'm really impatient. I want to be olive, like tomorrow ok?
3) Did I mention I'm real lazy? I don't do acrobatic applications, excessive exfoliation or bother reapply every night, meh.
So with those thoughts in mind, I handpicked my favourite fake tanners...
THE QUICK FIX - St Moritz
As you've already guessed, St Moritz, as the name suggests is the complete rip-off of another tanning brand on the market, yet a slashing of the price. Coming in at a cheap as chips £2.99, this fake tanning mousse is bloody good value, works amazingly well and easily to get hold of. After having quite a few tricky disasters with high-street tanners, St Mortiz knocks every other one out of the water. This deep olive based mousse glides on leaving a relatively dark guide colour that develops over a few hours - ideal for a spontaneous, impromptu nights out where you think 'oh shit! my (very, very white) legs!'. St Moritz waves goodbye to dreaded tango, leaving a streak-free deep olive tan with a very easy application. A little goes a long way with the mousse formula, but slightly drying so it's important to wack on a body butter the day after.
Best for: when payday seems like lightyears away and you're in need of a quick, cheap fix.
THE PAMPER & PREEN - Xen Tan
Having never clapped eyes on a fake tanner that has created such a deep olive, natural looking tan (heck even two weeks in Cuba is nothing compared to this bad boy) it costs big bucks. A thick luxurious caramel scented cream, it instantly leaves an impressive tan that can easily be built upon. Long lasting, Xen Tan is the perfect option for when you have a special occasion or in need of a good pamper. Fool proof, the guide colour is easy to follow and application is easy as pie (though you will need a large dollop) so keep for your Sunday best. Rather moisturising, this tan fades to perfection - neither looking patchy or scaly - just a post holiday glow. Serious brownie points for not transferring on to bedding or nightwear - but for that price, it shouldn't.
Best for: when it's imperative you look better than everyone else at said occasion, including all family members and 'her'.
Every Day Body Moisturiser - St Tropez (£12.15)
THE DAILY GRADUAL TANNER - St Tropez
Never have I used a gradual tanner with such fabulous results - no really, they are the ultimate tanning war zone. Fluorescent orange is a phrase that jumps to mind. But St Tropez banish these unsightly thoughts for their Every Day Body Moisturiser is simply a joy to use. You heard right.. a JOY. With serious intensive moisturising properties, this badboy not only leaves skin feeling hydrated and silky soft, it creates a warm build-able tanned hue. Subtle but noticeable, the gel formula is super easy to use. I even go the full hog and not use a tanning mitt (its that good!). Should a sunny spell appear, I whip this out and apply every other night for the 'natural' look. My only grumble is the upkeep, should you get lazy you may appear a tad patchy.. but all is resolved with these funky multi-purpose shower gloves (sexy!).
Best for: when a sunny spell arrives and you need to up your game sister.
Have you tried any of these fake tans? If not, which is your go-to product? Now more importantly, whens someone going to brew a bottle of freckles?
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