EDITOR’S STYLE ADVICE

WE TRIED IT: SELF-TANNER

IF YOU’RE A BEGINNER

IF YOU’RE TIME-STRAPPED

IF YOU’RE A SELF-TANNING AFICIONADO

Not ready to try a full-on sunless tanner? Try this gradual-glow moisturizer; it’s the perfect gateway self-tanner. It gave us a subtle colour adjustment after three days of continuous use, without any odour caused by DHA (a.k.a. dihydroxyacetone), the active ingredient in self-tanners.

• Moisturizing • Economical • Foolproof

Jergens Natural Glow 3 Days to Glow Moisturizer, $13, shoppers drugmart.ca.

Vita Liberata Ten Minute Tan, $49, sephora.ca.

St.Tropez Self Tan Express Bronzing Mist, $50, thebay.com.

If you’re new to self-tanning, this buildable tanner is a great entry point; just apply the foolproof organic formula 10 minutes before you shower. Once the cream is washed away, the faux tan continues to develop over eight hours, leaving a streak- and transferfree golden glow (minus any weird smell).

• Odour-free • Skin benefits • Fast-acting

This mist is the latest from the Rolls-Royce of self-tanning brands. The adjustable formula goes on with a guide colour and deepens the longer you let it develop on your skin before showering: One hour gives a light glow; two hours provides a medium tan; and three hours bestows a deep sun-kissed colour.

• Long-lasting • Customizable • Weightless