Unlike a lot of mousses, this one pumps out clear so you don’t have to worry about staining clothes or transferring onto furniture. With the festive season upon us, finding the best fake tan that’ll leave us looking like a bronzed and glowy goddess at the work Christmas party is becoming a real priority. Moriz Luxe hydra-glow clear tanning mousse best impressed with its ease of application, natural sunkissed shade and ingredients list. Providing up to 72 hours of hydration, the bronzing gel is formulated with Hyaluronic Acid to deeply moisturise the skin, and Intelligent Shade Technology that offers three shades in one, combining to create flawless results. Aqua (Water/ Eau), Dihydroxyacetone, Butylene Glycol, Caramel, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ethoxydiglycol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Saccharide Isomerate, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Parfum (Fragrance), Glycine, Melanin, Sodium Metabisulfite, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, t-Butyl Alcohol, Citronellol, Limonene, Geraniol, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Hydroxycitronellal, Leuconostoc/ Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Anise Alcohol, Coumarin, CI 14700 (Red 4), CI 42090 (Blue 1).

In the shower or bath, apply an exfoliating scrub and use the mitt in circular motions to slough away dead skin cells (and patchy tan). Glycerin, caramel and aloe vera leaf powder make it more moisturising, while the lightweight mousse is incredibly easy to apply. Two years ago the closest I’d get would be a gradual moisturiser which, on my olive-y skin tone, wouldn’t do all that much.With her stacked calendar of events to attend, it’s no surprise this fast-working self-tanning mousse is a go-to for Glamour editor in chief Samantha Barry.

or consider using a gradual tan so that your tan is continually bring topped up an dyour tan lasts longer.Why we love it: This bestows a light even tan in one hour, a sun kissed medium glow if you leave it on for two hours and a deep golden bronze if you leave it on for three hours. I’m not a fake-tan person at all—it’s a lot of work for something I really don’t care that much about,” says Glamour deputy editor Anna Moeslin. This self-tan lotion from Dove is especially great for sensitive skin types, giving it a healthy and natural glow. We also recommend applying your self tan using a Self Tanner Body Applicator Mitt for a smooth, even finish that is free of streaks.

And the best way to apply is always with a mitt – she also advises blending the hands, knees, ankles and elbows with a kabuki brush.GLAMOUR-approved: "I stumbled across James Read Glow in a beauty advent calendar and haven't looked back since. The sun is finally starting to shine and the warmer weather is on its way after what feels like months of frost, rain and grey skies. Heralded as a safer way to look sun-kissed, self tan can be trusted to give you a post-holiday gleam without worrying about UV rays. There are four shades designed to match your skin’s unique undertone for a more customizable tan that sets it apart from other self-tanners.

DiMarchi is a fan of gradual self-tanning lotions, like the Tan-Luxe Gradual Lotion, because a beginner or experienced tanner could easily include the formula in their routine. Just like with most products, the Bondi Sands Self Tanning Foam Dark comes with its own exfoliating and tanning mitts too. Regular self-tanners may find it a bit too subtle, although it does make for a great daily top-up of a darker self tan, stretching the colour out for longer while adding a slight shimmer.For those with dry skin, a creamy lotion fake tan is sure to be your best bet, combining your daily moisturiser with a hint of faux glow. I love that this mist is super buildable and gives you an easy way to get a healthy glow without the full commitment of a more intense self-tanner,” says celebrity hairstylist Justine Marjan.