Excessive sun exposure is very dangerous, especially in our part of the world.

Not only does it cause premature aging it can also lead to life threatening conditions such as skin cancer.

So, if there’s one piece of advice I can offer you it’s this - fake it, don’t bake it!

The ‘fake bake’ industry is booming and we really are spoilt for choice when it comes the different types of self-tanning products available nowadays.

There are gels, lotions, sprays and mousses which deliver smooth, even, natural looking tans without exposing yourself to the harsh summer sun.

I’ve been a self-tanning fan for years, and you’ll find me ‘fake baking’ before you’ll find me by the pool or at the beach – it’s just not worth the risk!

Here’s a quick run down on some of our favourite self-tanning products in store now!

Trilogy Instant Bronzing Gel provides an immediate golden shimmer to skin. It’s fuss-free, quick-drying and easy to apply. After the initial application, it develops into a rich bronze tan, over two to three hours. The unique formulation combines Caramel from non GMO Cane Sugar for instant colour, with a natural, high performance, ECOCERT self-tanning ingredient, which works with your skin to develop a safe and natural looking tan. RRP $34.90 

Garnier Ambre Solaire Velvet-Touch Natural Bronzer Gel provides a subtle, natural-looking tan. The formula contains a naturally-derived self-tanning agent sourced from vegetable oils that works to optimise the natural effect on the skin.  Apricot extract leaves the skin feeling moisturised with a subtle, apricot fragrance. The transparent gel formulation is ultra-hydrating, non-greasy and gives skin a perfectly streak-free tan. Available in light and medium. RRP$20.49


L’Oréal Paris Sublime Bronze Luminous Bronzer instantly illuminates skin for a natural looking, long-lasting bronze glow. The formula is enriched with fast-action self-tanners, anti-oxidants and Vitamin E for a smooth, streak-free, even-looking golden skin tone. RRP$24.99 (200ml bottle)

ST. Tropez Bronzing Spray delivers the ultra-even, ultra-smooth all-over tan. Infused with conditioning aloe vera and long-lasting colour, you’ll have a natural looking tan in an instant, while developing into a more full bodied, natural tan over a few hours.  The ST. Tropez innovative fragrance technology helps to take away the tell-tale tanning aroma to make way for a beautiful subtle, yet refreshing fragrance. RRP $60.30


By Emma Smith

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