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Your summer glow up guide

The products you need in your life to be a bronzed babe. - by Alexandra M
  • 19 Nov 2018

The sun is shining and the temperature is finally getting warm (yay!) so it’s time to bare your legs after a long and chilly winter but they’re probably pretty pasty rn. Get your mitts on these killer fake-tan products for a natural, sun-less bronze.

Your summer glow up guide
Photography by Michelle Tan; Styling by Alexandra McCarthy

Why use fake tan?

We always advocate for applying fake tan over time spent in the sun because it’s seriously not good for you. The harmful effects of the sun can include skin damage, early aging and skin cancer.

Fake tan works due to a molecule called DHA, which reacts with nitrogen-containing amino acids in your skin. It sounds super complicated but basically, it works to temporarily colour your skin.

These are our current fave fake tans which we can’t get enough of.

Bondi Sands Wash Off Instant Tan in Dark

Perfect for when you forget to tan the night before an event or to top up your current tan. Plus the spray can is great for quick application.

$17.95 @ Bondi Sands

Bondi Sands

Skinny Tan Tan & Tone Oil

An ultra-hydrating formula designed for on-the-go application so it's perfect when you don't have time for your usual tan routine. Simply spritz on your body, rub into your skin and you're ready to go. It's also filled with coconut oil which leaves your skin hydrated and you can use this product over two or three days to develop a darker tan.

@29.95 @ Skinny Tan

Skinny Tan

Bondi Sands Self Tanning Lotion in Light/Medium

This tanning lotion is great for first-time tanners or those with light complexions wanting a natural bronzed look. It's also filled with aloe vera and the scent of fresh coconut so it won't leave you with that fake tan smell.

$19.99 @ Priceline

Bondi Sands

Bali Body Bronzing Lotion

This antioxidant-rich moisturiser delivers a subtle glow and will leave your skin feeling silky smooth thanks to the addition of vitamin E and natural oils. This bronzing lotion is enriched with organic caramel extract to provide an instant glow.

$27.95 @ Bali Body

Bali Body

Ms.Lova Tanning Mousse

It's super easy to create a professional looking tan at home with this one-hour mousse! This product is non-sticky, easy to apply and will leave you with a streak-free tan.

$32.90 @ Ms.Lova

Ms Lova

Pure Tan Bronze Self-Tan Eraser Foam

A natural and gentle formula that removes old tan in just five minutes without vigorous exfoliating. This product is filled with coconut oil which leaves your skin feeling super nourished and means that you won't be left with red, angry skin from scrubbing off your tan!

$19.95 @ Pure Tan

Pure Tan

Bondi Sands GLO Shimmer One Day Tan

This one-day tan is perfect for both your face and body as it imparts light reflecting particles on your skin, giving you a glowy finish. 

$17.99 @ Priceline

Bondi Sands GLO

Bali Body Shimmering Body Oil

A fast-drying bronze shimmery body oil which feels lightweight and leaves you with a subtle, sun-kissed glow.

$29.95 @ Bali Body

Bali Body
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