Our Favourite Instant Wash-Off Tans
Instant Hero Illuminating Wash Off Tanning Gel
£24 | Tan Luxe
This silky tan is one of the most radiant, with a natural-looking colour and gel texture that quickly melts into skin for a streak-free glow. Like all Tan-Luxe products, it’s brimming with skin-loving goodness, including aloe vera and vitamins C and E to top up hydration – especially useful in these drier months.
Available at SPACENK.COM
Body Base Matte Instant Tan
£16 | Sculpted By Aimee
A tan and make-up hybrid, this product works like a foundation for the body – blurring, smoothing and perfecting to achieve a more flawless finish. While adding a radiant coverage, it’s also seriously nourishing thanks to added shea butter. It also contains SPF – bonus.
Available at SCULPTEDBYAIMEE.CO.UK
Tea To Tan Face & Body
£59 | By Terry
Odourless and free from tanning agents, By Terry’s Tea To Tan mist is so easy to use. The wash-off format removes the risk of mishaps – perfect for beginners or those short on time. Simply spray it over your skin and buff it in with a mini mitt for instant, streak-free colour. It works for both face and body.
Avialable at SELFRIDGES.COM
1 Day Instant Tan
£3.99 | St Moriz
St. Moriz is one of the most underrated tan brands – and it’s affordable. The lightweight, creamy texture quickly absorbs and doesn’t leave behind any stickiness. It develops surprisingly well too, with zero patches or streaks and not a hint of orangeness – we were impressed by how carefree you could be with it. Apply it post-shower (and good exfoliation) so it sits properly.
Available at AMAZON.CO.UK
Bronzing Serum
£27.95 | Bali Body
This is more like a liquid bronzer than a fake tan, so it’s easy to work with and apply – we like to layer it up with a brush. It’s designed for the face, but you can work it into the body too for a deep, vacation-like glow. Added vitamin E, shea butter and jojoba oil keep skin supple and smooth too, not thirsty or dry, unlike some facial fake tanners.
Available at BALIBODYCO.COM
Skin So Soft Enhance & Glow Spray
£5.49 | Avon
No nasty scent, no streaks and no colour transfer – this transparent spray is ideal for tan phobes. It is the lightest in terms of colour on this list, so you may find you need a couple of coats to get the best glow. Even then, it gives a sun-kissed effect that looks healthy and smooth. Perfect for misting over the face, neck and chest, it also works over arms and shins.
Available at SUPERDRUG.COM
Ambre Solaire Natural Bronzer Self Tan Body Mist
£8.33 | Garnier
Fans of Garnier’s Summer Body Lotion will love this aerosol mist which makes application foolproof. Just like the cream, it delivers a believable, gradual glow that’s never intimidating or OTT. Just a light layer may be enough, but as it develops within an hour, you can decide whether to keep going for extra intensity. We love the addition of vitamin E and apricot oil – great for sensitive skins.
Available at BOOTS.COM
Self Tanning Instant Gel
£24 | Clarins
Full of fig extract and aloe vera, this silky tanning gel hydrates and softens skin, while providing a soft hint of colour. Lightweight in texture, it applies just like a serum, so you get a smooth glide and even results. The colour is lighter than others on this list, but that’s ideal if you’re someone who prefers a gentle bronzed effect, rather than a full-on tan. Plus, if you do want to go darker, it’s easy enough to layer up without the risk of streaks.
Available at CLARINS.CO.UK
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