Self tanning products are ideal for achieving a sun kissed tan without
sun damage and have been around for many years.
My first introduction to a self tanner was in my early 20's and it was
the Clarins Auto Bronzant and whilst it bronzed your skin rather than
turning it orange
(which so many did in those early days of self tanning products)
it did have that tell-tale fake tan "smell" which was not my best.
Fast Forward: to this past week where I have been trying out a
sample of the
Clarins Self Tanning Instant Tanning Gel
Clarins' by infusing their self tanners with DHA, erythrulose and lots of
natural ingredients ensure that
your skin is treated to a natural-looking, even colour
without the "giveaway" streaks that often associated with self tan.
Clarins’ self tanners are also specially formulated to nourish and
moisturise your skin.
What an improvement from those early days, as I found this product,
which has a non-oily gel texture, to be both easy to apply and
surprisingly moisturising, which meant that it moved around the skin well thus
allowing you ample time to cover all of the skin that you're wanting to tan.
It's for all skin types and can be used on the face & body, however I have
only tried it on my legs and arms for this test.
For an on going tan you can re-apply several times a week to keep
the colour topped up.
This product has a cream colour and not a
bronzed colour as I expected and despite its name of "instant" it did
take a little while to fully develop on me.
I also found that you can apply your clothes immediately after application
without any transfer or staining.
N.B.
Remember that there is always some preparation
needed 24hrs prior to applying any self tan, in the form of an exfoliation
followed by a good moisturising.
As always wash your hands well after application so as not to end up with
another of those fake tan giveaway...
tanned palms.
Despite its lovely initial fresh fragrance it still has an underlying hint of that
"smell"
but I can live with it, as I found the bronze shade to be perfect on
my pale winter skin.
However this maybe too pale for some skin tones though, but you can
re-apply to intensify the shade.
I would personally recommend getting your hands on a sample like I
did to test at home.
Whether you are looking for a natural subtle boost or a beautifully
bronzed glow, this Clarins' self tanning instant gel is a quick way
to a streak-free, even, golden glow, without the risk of sun damage
and I've enjoyed
my sample, so much, that I have since placed an online order for
the full size, so you cannot get a better recommendation
than a purchase...
CLARINS
SELF TANNING
INSTANT GEL
125ml
R
450
£
22
$
42
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