*Author and House of Rose Contributor, Cyndi – Walking in Grace & Beauty
Well, it’s time to tan! But as a woman who is no longer in her college days, I know that the sun and especially the tanning bed is NOT the answer to having a glowing tan.
{You don’t want to get me started on tanning beds!}
First, why do we like a tan? Because I think we all look better tan. Call me crazy, but I think most people look better with a little color.
I think we look healthier, our teeth look whiter, our eyes look brighter, and we look thinner. I even feel better in my clothes!
So,what can we do to have a glowing tan?
It’s all about using the right product. I have heard tons of woman complain about looking “orange” from sunless tanners, but I am going to share my favorite product that will leave you with just the color you need.
I use Sun Labs Overnight Tan in medium. {Medium seems to work for most skin colors.}
- It’s a bronzer so it’s good for those of us who want instant gratification.
- It doesn’t smell AT ALL.
- It’s very forgiving as you apply it, with no streaking.
- It feels like lotion so I don’t have to use a lotion when I use Sun Labs.
The cons are that the color does not last a long time so you need to reapply every 4 or 5 days but if you are trying to build your tan you might need to apply it more often. It may sound like a lot but if you are in the habit of putting on lotion daily this really won’t bother you.
It’s also a little pricey, but it does last a while.
On days I don’t use Sun Labs, I use Jergens Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer for added color.
Are you ready for warmer days and glowing tanned skin? Are there any tanning products you’ve tried and loved?
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oooh I might have to buy this! 🙂
I’d like to know price range and where to buy this? I am fair and gave up sunless tanners (esp w/ bronzer) because I hated the color on my clothes, towels etc??? Does this do that? I am also dry and sensitive. Does this have icky smell?
Can you please tell us how you apply.. do you have to do lotion on you “dry spots ” with this one .. feet and fingers, elbows, knees or is this forgiving?
THANKS!!!
Renee here’s the link to the Sun Labs, medium http://www.amazon.com/SUN-LABORATORIES-Tanning-Lotion-Overnight/dp/B00266UK7E/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1365267618&sr=1-1&keywords=sun+labs
Sun Labs is forgiving, I don’t have to use lotion before I put it on. It also doesn’t get on my clothes. I apply it like I would apply lotion to my legs but I do use rubber gloves so that my hands don’t stain. Also, it doesn’t smell and least not to me. Hope that helps!!
Too funny we are in sync , I just started using the Jergens Natural Glow yesterday… I was in Sam’s Club and they had a two pack set for $20… The larger one is for firming and diminishing cellulite as well…
NO streaking? NO smell? is it really possible?? Sound amazing, and just the thing for me!
Looks like Cyndi read Cara’s article… http://www.maskcara.com/maskcara/2013/03/12/time-for-a-tan/
i don’t need a tanning cream, but i like to use bronzer sometimes 🙂
Do you use this on your face also?
I LOVE this stuff! I use the dark instead of the medium. It’s true, it doesn’t have the typical self tanner scent. It smells like the red Jergens lotion to me (almond maybe?). I am careful not to apply too much to my knees, elbows, and feet. I just kind of skim whatever lotion is left after each body part (leg/arm) over those areas. I don’t use gloves, but I do use regular old baking soda to scrub my palms after application. Hope these tips might help someone!
I am so happy I found this review! I purchased this product immediately and used it last night. I am SO happy with the results – no streaking, bad smell, or orange hands. I have a nice tan glow that looks very natural. It was just what I needed to give me a boost. Thank you so much for the recommendation!