Meet your fantasy tan
faking it, safely in the sun or Whether it’s bronzing for you! there’s a summer saviour
Why? Prickly heat (red, itchy bumps) develops when the skin panics after UV overexposure. Some sun creams irritate skin but this fragrance-free formula lets skin breathe and prevents peeling. Why? Protect your face every day with this lightweight, moisturising mist. The dinky spray is of handbag proportions, and its non-greasy finish means you can apply it over make-up.
Why? Full light technology means that each cream within the range defends against 100% of the sunray spectrum. This kid-friendly mist offers peace of mind and comfort for the skin.
Why? With zinc oxide to deflect wrinkle-inducing rays, vitamin E for antioxidant protection and sunflower and cucumber to strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier, this is an anti-ageing must. Why? There’s nothing worse, especially for children, than being covered in sand just after you’ve applied your sun cream, but this dry-to the-touch lotion ensures grains can be brushed off. Why? Serial sunbathers are risking their health in the quest for a deep tan. This combines melaninboosting ingredients with UVA and UVB filters to enhance your tan, so you need less time in the sun.
Why? Nicole Scherzinger is a fan and if her glow is anything to go by, we’re sold. This instant bronzer turns skin from wan to wow with a really natural result– and it washes off at the end of the day.
Why? Blotchy and itchy? You may be allergic to the perfume, alcohol or DHA (the ingredient that turns you brown). If so, stick to instant tanners. This lotion has ingredients to offset the drying effects of DHA. Why? The gradual glow element lets you customise your tan and moisturisers mean it’s less likely to streak. Even better
is the use of Kalpariane, a sea algae extract, which firms and smoothes skin.
Why? Coconut is a true superfood when it comes to treating your skin. Made with organic virgin coconut oil (and a hint of self-tan), the balm-to-oil melts on contact with skin so it’s easy to blend.
Why? If your ideal tan is a three weeks in the Maldives-deep glow, you need this dark, golden mousse. Apply with a mitt, and the tinted foam allows you to see where to blend for a seamless result. Why? Dehydrated skin doesn’t tan well. This unctuous liquid is best applied before bed. With hydrating hyaluronic acid, it offsets nocturnal moisture loss, to develop an expensive-looking tan.