This Intensifier combines deeply hydrating ingredients with natural colour boosters for a lotion ideal for building deep natural colour. It also scored well for being easy to apply and spread and delivering an even result that wasn't streaky or blotchy.

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Ambre Solaire’s apricot-enriched bronzing lotion is one of the most richly moisturising lotions in our rundown, and it’s affordable enough to slather on regularly for a full-body tan that doesn’t go patchy. Self-tanners infamously don't smell the best, but GH Beauty Lab testers prais ed the almost undetectable scent of Body Drench's tinted dry oil with a hint of shimmer. Shake the bottle before use since it separates over time and put down a towel — some thought the oil formula made it messy and hard to apply.

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Emerald Bay Definitely Dark dark tanning lotion 250 ml Emerald Bay Definitely Dark dark tanning lotion 250 ml

v=1604495313","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":11942407471267,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1. Reviewers share that this tan dries quickly, which has both pros and cons: You don't have to worry about waiting a long time for it to dry, but you need to apply the tan swiftly and evenly to avoid splotchiness.

Plus, the drugtore bargain came out on top for being easy to use and tied for cleanest application, being easiest to spread and absorbing fastest. Testers rated the products on everything from ease of application to scent, look and feel on skin, and how well they built up color and faded over time. A GH Beauty Lab test winner, this Clarins lightweight lotion with softening glycerin can be used on both face and body to give skin a flattering warmth that testers loved. Self-tanning products come in all sorts of formats, including mousse, liquid, oil, spray and tanning lotion.

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Top Tip: This product is great for first-time tanners or those looking for an immediate hit of colour.Every single tester agreed the instructions were easy to follow, usage wasn’t messy, it absorbed fast and as a bonus, it leaves a natural-looking finish. The lotion is paraben-free and vegan, and smells amazing, with a delicious coconut and caramel scent. GH Beauty Lab testers loved the Tan-Luxe gradual self-tanner lotion's scent during application and development, and that their tan looked natural and not blotchy.