Self-tanners are a great way to get a even, natural-looking tan. They're easy to use and don't require a lot of maintenance. They're also very effective, giving you a nice, even glow in just a few hours. Here's our list of self-tanners for dark skin.
$32.00
I love this self tanner! It leaves my skin feeling super hydrated and glowy, it smells so good and refreshing and lasts for days! ...I am in love with this self Tanner! It does not irritate my skin at all - which is amazing because often when I use self tanners I get a reaction.
What it is: A bi-phase self-tanning body oil that is supercharged with three hydrating heroes—shake to awake skin paradise.
What Else You Need to Know: When shaken, powerful actives hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and squalane, plus a vitamin-rich sea kelp base combine with seven nourishing oils including argan, grape seed, and avocado to lock in moisture for up to 24 hours. Self-Tanning Oil Mist provides your most natural-looking, longest-lasting glow, guaranteed. Plus, the easy-to-apply mister gives a streamlined, streak-free, full-body application in under two minutes.
$45.00
Not dark enough really......So I've used a few different self tanners.. this one goes on a little dark and kinda green so you need to put it on at night and go to bed wash off in the morning. ...pale skin tanner...The dark tint is excellent for pale skins as it gives a glow without too much product.
What it is:
A lightweight mousse that tailors to your individual skin tone for the deepest, longest-lasting tan in one application.
What it is formulated to do:
For the deepest tan yet, this lightweight mousse tailors to your individual skin tone and gives the longest-lasting tan in one application. It’s streak-free, easy to apply, quick-drying, non-sticky with no transfer, and ultra-hydrating. Plus, it has no self-tan smell, yet features a new mood-boosting fragrance.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
What else you need to know:
This product contains a 100 percent natural DHA, and delivers a natural-looking glow to all skin tones and types.
$36.00
Not for darker skin tones....This product is a very good product. It was the first self tanner I have ever tried and my skin is very pale so I was too scared to buy the dark version of this tanner. ...the best BY FAR self-tanner that I've ever tried. I've tried lotions, in shower stuff, etc and nothing compares to this one. my fluorescent white, glow in the dark skin doesn't look orange and it's very easy to apply and the color guard really helps with getting flawless all over coverage. it's a little sticky afterward but it's not terrible and the smell isn't as bad as self-tanners usually are.
What it is:
A lightweight mousse that allows you to choose your tan, from a light glow to a deep dark tan.
What it is formulated to do:
Control the depth of your tan with St. Tropez’s most advanced formula yet for a natural, healthy-looking tan that lasts for days. Wait just one hour before showering for a light sunkissed glow, two hours for a medium golden tan, or leave on for up to three hours for a deeper, darker bronze, to suit your skin tone. It’s streak-free, easy to apply, quick-drying, non-sticky with no transfer, and ultra-hydrating. Plus, it has no self tan smell, yet features a new mood-boosting fragrance.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
$34.00
Best self tanner on the market...I have medium to tan olive skin and many self tanners turn me orange - not this one!!! ...BEST TANNER EVER...I have probably tried over 20 self tanners and I always go back to this one. It has amazing coverage and gives a dark tan glowing tan.
What it is:
A lightweight, easy-to-apply classic mousse that dries quickly with no self tan smell and an even fade.
What it is formulated to do:
For an iconic, natural, and healthy-looking tan, this newly formulated, lightweight classic mousse tailors to your individual skin tone, for that longest-lasting tan in one application. It’s streak-free, easy to apply, quick-drying, non-sticky with no transfer, and ultra-hydrating. Plus, it has no self tan smell, yet features a new mood-boosting fragrance.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
What else you need to know:
This product contains a 100 percent natural DHA and is clinically proven to moisturize for up to 24 hours.
$25.00
Go-to self tanner...I always have an even tan with it, and it never makes my skin breakout. It’s my go to tanner....My new go to self tanner for the face! No smell!...My new favorite self tanner for the face! It's so easy to just mix a few drops in my moisturizer at night & wake up with a tan.
Which skin type is it good for?
✔ Normal
✔ Oily
✔ Combination
✔ Dry
✔ Sensitive
What it is:
A tanning concentrate that transforms any moisturizer, serum, or face oil into a custom self tanner.
Solutions for:
- Dryness
- Dullness and uneven texture
- Uneven skin tone
If you want to know more…
This cruelty- and toxin-free concentrate transforms your favourite moisturizer, serum, or face oil into a bespoke self tanner. Triple Tan Technology combines a blend of organic tanning actives, which work with your skin tone to deliver a radiant, natural-looking tan. Raspberry seed oil, aloe vera and vitamin E support softer-looking, nourished skin for a streak-free finish.
$49.00
This is an awesome self tanner! I have a yellow undertone to my skin, which most self tanners would make me look orange. ...I have experimented with self tanners for the last 20 years of my life, and this is my holy grail.
Which skin type is it good for?
✔ Normal
✔ Oily
✔ Combination
✔ Dry
✔ Sensitive
What it is:
A fragrance-free, streak-free tanning mousse that provides a radiant glow.
Solutions for:
- Dullness and uneven texture
- Uneven skin tone
- Dryness
If you want to know more…
This purified self tanning mousse combines raspberry seed oil, and vitamins C, E, and B to illuminate and nourish look of skin. This mousse visibly hydrates and softens while gradually tanning for a bronzed look that lasts up to 10 days and fades evenly. The formula features a low pH to give the most natural, undetectable results for an odorless, streak-less tan.
$49.00
But it doesn't do much to tan my skin. There are better self-tanners for your face like Coola....I’ve been using self tanners for 20 years and this is the best face tanner I’ve tried.
What it is: A one-of-a-kind hyaluronic, superfood self-tan serum formulated for daily use—soft, smooth, and lightly sunned skin in a bottle.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid: Delivers hydration to skin.
- Cocoa Seed Extract: Works as a shield to protect the skin from daily environmental aggressors and pollutants.
- Raspberry Seed Oil: Works as A natural antioxidant, rich in vitamin E.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances.
$48.00
Amazing Self-Tanner...This is an amazing self-tanner. It doesn’t streak, it doesn’t smell, and it doesn’t dry my skin. ...Best self tanner!!...I have used many self-tanners and this is, hands downs, the BEST!!
Which skin type is it good for?
✔ Normal
✔ Oily
✔ Combination
✔ Dry
✔ Sensitive
What it is:
A vitamin-infused, streak-free tanning water that provides a radiant glow.
Solutions for:
- Dullness and uneven texture
- Dryness
- Uneven skin tone
If you want to know more…
This completely color-free vitamin-infused tanning water combines purified water, vitamins B, C, and E, raspberry seed oil, aloe vera, and organic tanning actives to illuminate and hydrate. Exclusive Triple Tan Technology combines a blend of organic tanning actives, which work with skin to deliver an undetectable, stain-free tan.
