Gradual Tanner Tips?

Jun 11, 2013

Jess L.

Looking to try out a gradual tanner this summer and I've had zero experience with it so far. I'd appreciate recommendations of the best and any tips/warnings for problemsI might run into. I definitely don't wanna overdo it.

Jun 11, 2013

LiLi V.

Jergan's gradual self tanning lotion. It's got a bit of a shimmer to it but it builds up really naturally.

Jun 11, 2013

Lara C.

Exfoliate really well before putting it on. I like the jergens one but there are many good brands.

Jun 11, 2013

Katie J.

I also really like the Jergens natural glow gradual tanning cream if you have an issue with the smell of natural tanner they offer a no odor version of it as well! It do have a bit of shimmer but I liked that about it and it looks really natural as long as you get the right shade for your skin, for example I use fair to medium. Goodluck!

Jun 11, 2013

Katie J.

Smell of fake tanner** opps

Jun 11, 2013

Leah G.

Exfoliate before and remember to wipe the palms of your hands after! I use a face wipe rather than washing them so it doesn't wash off the backs of my hands :)

Jun 11, 2013

Jess L.

Thanks for all your quick responses! Looks like ima be trying Jergen's to start off :] Just one more question tho. Does it take awhile to dry?? Just concerned about getting it on my clothes. I can imagine thats a bitch to try to get out.

Jun 11, 2013

Murrin K.

If you exfoliate all over then apply Palmers Gradual Natural Tan twice a week (I like to do it Sunday and Thursdays). It comes in a large tub with a pump, you get a lot for your money but beware of the smell! It's good but can be slightly overpowering so I suggest using it at night and walking about for a few mins to let it soak in. Works really good and looks so natural! :)

Jun 11, 2013

LiLi V.

The jergan's gradual tanner dries fairly quick, about the same as their lotion. It's easy to tell when you're dry.

Jun 11, 2013

Nicole B.

Jergens works so well! I used it for 2 days so far and I love it! And I only use fair to medium! My boyfriend thinks I went to the beach!! It takes about 5 minutes to dry, but I would say like 10-15 to completely dry before you can put clothes over, I usually apply mine at night (I take a body shower at night so I don't wash my hair when I don't have to) and exfoliate with olive oil and brown sugar, then I just wear dark clothes to bed after it dries.

Jun 11, 2013

Nicole B.

Then when I wake up in the morning I shower and just gently wash my body with dove body wash and it comes out so nice! Very gradual so it doesn't look like I went on a vacation to the Bahamas over night! Lol I suggest not using it in the morning, you can but wear dark clothes, don't wear white or light clothes as it might come off and ruin your pretty clothes!

Jun 11, 2013

Nicole B.

After I shower in the morning I apply my regular lotion and I can wear clothes that are light since it's summer time! And I exfoliate like every other time or every third time when I put on the lotion.

Jun 11, 2013

Nicole B.

I deff wouldn't put it on your face though, even the facial one would probably clog my pores

Jun 11, 2013

Jess L.

@Murrin Palmers sounds great especially if it really is a good value! What kind of exfoliator do you use?
@Lili thanks for answering my question doll
@Nicole wow thanks for the in depth response it definitely was very helpful ^_^

Jun 11, 2013

Juliana A.

Dove is really good.

Jun 11, 2013

Megan M.

I used Loreal Sublime Bronze Gradual Tan and it works really well, it's easy to apply and dried fairly quickly. I got it in Fair and after one application there's a noticeable tan. It also doesn't streak!

Jun 11, 2013

Nicole B.

Anytime Jess! Sometimes I need in depth responses! Lol.