Whether you want a gradual, overnight, or instant tan, Sephora has you covered with the best tanning lotions for your specific needs. Get that bronzy summer glow with these easy-to-apply tanning lotions.
$39.00
The St. Tropez Gradual tan lotion will definitely be my go to lotion to tan my legs for now on!...Tans and moisturizes...This watermelon scented lotion develops a tan in your skin gradually - you can use it daily and adjust accordingly to your desired tan level.
What it is: A natural-looking, hydrating, and easy-to-use gradual tan moisturizer to hydrate, protect, smooth, visibly firm, and visibly plump skin.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Dual Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid: Hydrates and visibly plumps skins.
- Marine Algae: Provides firmer-, more youthful-looking skin over time.
- Blend of Upcycled Blueberry and Raspberry Seed Oils: Is high in antioxidants to help protect skin from environmental damage.
What Else You Need to Know: This multitasking lotion combines five super skincare benefits with a daily dose of glow so you can hydrate, protect, smooth, soothe, and visibly firm skin. Gradually build a sunkissed glow and lock in moisture for up to 72 hours.
$39.00
Especially is great to newbies or those who just need to even out a bad sun tan or even a missed self tan session! I also like it for the winter and spring when I don’t want to look too golden. ...It is nothing like the original gradual tan they had before. It was streaky, it stained my hands, it came out green in colour.
What it is:A natural-looking, hydrating, and easy-to-use gradual tan moisturizer with a subtle tint to hydrate, protect, smooth, visibly firm, and visibly plump skin.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Dual Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid: Hydrates and visibly plumps skins.
- Marine Algae: Supports firmer-, more youthful-looking skin over time.
- Blend of Upcycled Blueberry and Raspberry Seed Oils: Is high in antioxidants and helps protect skin from environmental damage.
What Else You Need to Know: This multitasking lotion combines five super skincare benefits with a daily dose of glow so you can hydrate, protect, smooth, soothe, and visibly firm skin.
$48.00
A truly lovely tan...It gave me about 3 complete head to toe tans....My first time trying fake tan and I love this lotion. Smells nice, easy application and perfect natural looking tan.
What it is: A skincare-infused express tanning lotion you can rinse off after two hours—for an ultra-hydrating, nourishing tan.
Skin Type: Normal and Dry
Skincare Concerns: Dryness and Uneven Texture
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Naturally Derived DHA: Develops a natural-looking tan.
- Shea Butter Nourishes
- Vitamin E: Hydrates.
Ingredient Callouts: It is cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This lightweight lotion is enriched with shea butter and vitamin E, as well as antioxidant-rich coffee and açai extracts. It’s formulated with a color guide that can be rinsed off in two hours, while your tan continues to develop into a deeper, natural shade over the next 24 hours.
$53.00
great product for achieving a natural looking tan with any moisturizer. does not smell bad like traditional tanning lotions. does not stain hands either. it's quite innovative, I haven't seen any other brands make this product (at least not that I know of)....I found that if you want faster results, use 5-6 drops with half a pump of lotion. The less lotion, the quicker the tan develops.
What it is:
A self-tanning formula for body that is designed to be used in conjunction with a body lotion for a radiant, even, streak-free glow.
What it is formulated to do:
Golden Glow Booster for Body creates a radiant, even, golden glow that builds gradually—just like a natural tan. Mix four to six drops with your favorite Clarins body moisturizer or firming lotion for made-to-measure results and a golden summer sunkissed glow. The 99.8 percent natural formula promotes natural-looking, even results with no self-tanning odor, and you control the intensity. This self tanning innovation combines natural DHA, erythrulose, and aloe vera extract for soft skin and a healthy-looking finish.
$30.00
The St. Tropez Ultimate Tan Body Brush is designed for smooth and even self-tan application. ...A Must-Have for Flawless Tans!...I also use it to buff out excess product, and it leaves my tan looking super natural. If you self-tan regularly, this tool will seriously level up your routine!
What it is: An ultimate self-tan tool for an even, full-body application.
Highlighted Features:
- Flawless streak-free application
- Curved profile
- Soft vegan bristles
What Else You Need to Know: The curved bristle profile guides tan across targeted areas like collarbone, elbows, and knees. It pairs perfectly with your favorite St. Tropez mousse, lotion, or serum.
$68.00
The top of my skin always looks dry maybe because I tan a lot. This really helps soften the skin and I’ve seen a big change in just one week!
Which skin type is it good for?
✔ Normal
✔ Oily
✔ Combination
What it is:
An antioxidant-rich, 24-hour softening lotion with anti-aging and moisturizing ingredients that infuses immediate hydration and balance for fresh, dewy, healthy-looking skin.
Solutions for:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Dullness and uneven texture
- Loss of firmness and elasticity
If you want to know more…
This 24-hour softening lotion improves the appearance of fine lines, while enhancing skin's clarity and refining texture. Featuring internal power resist technology, this softener helps strengthen your skin’s defenses to protect it from signs of aging and external stressors.
$78.00
Their lotions have been some of my favorite lotions for the past few months and this new scent smells so so good. ...This is the best lotion I have ever used. I already loved lotions from this brand.. but WOW. ...Best lotion ever
What it is: A daily soft lotion that moisturizes, visibly firms, and strengthens skin, with the scent of Cyprès-Citronné for a fresh, energizing experience.
Fragrance Family: Earthy & Woody
Scent Type: Earthy Greens & Herbs
Key Notes: Cyprès, Citronné, Cedar Atlas
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Niacinamide 2.5% and Plant Oils: Moisturize, visibly firm, and strengthen skin.
- Fine Fragrance (Cyprès, Citronné, Bergamot, Cedar Atlas): Provides a fresh, revitalizing experience.
- Signature Texture: The soft lotion is fast absorbing, nongreasy, and nonsticky.
Ingredient Callouts: It is vegan and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: The
$170.00
My dream sun lotion I have been looking for. We went to the beach and no sunburn on face and neck with this protection....Goes on so smoothly, doesn't smell like sunscreen and doesn't clump up with my other serums, lotion, etc. One of my favorite La Mer products by far.
What it is: A daily-use, lightweight lotion that provides UV protection.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Fine lines and wrinkles,
Formulation: Lotion
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Avobenzone: Absorbs the full spectrum of UVA rays.
- Homosalate: A chemical UV filter
- Octisalate: Absorbs UVB rays
SPF:
30 and over
$48.00
The Loving Tan 2 HR Express Tanning Lotion was easy to apply with the mitt and gave me a natural, streak-free glow within a couple of hours. ...I recently tried the Loving Tan 2 HR Express Tanning Lotion in Dark and I’m so impressed.
What it is: A face serum with hyaluronic acid, vitamin B5, and a formula you can rinse off after two hours—for an ultra-hydrating, nourishing tan.
Skin Type: Normal and Dry
Skincare Concerns: Dryness and Uneven Texture
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Naturally Derived DHA: Develops a natural-looking tan.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Intensely hydrates.
- Vitamin B5: Nourishes.
Ingredient Callouts: It is cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This lightweight formula is enriched with ultra-hydrating hyaluronic acid, nourishing B5, and soothing chamomile extract. It’s formulated with a color guide that can be rinsed off in two hours, while your tan continues to develop.
$51.50
When I opened the product, I thought it would be too dark, but after spreading it on the skin, it looks like a delicate tan. It is easy to apply on the skin and absorbs quickly. ...I love that it is also reef safe so it would be great on vacations or beach days. This lotion is so easy to apply and can be used in so many ways.
What it is: A light, hydrating, and oil-free SPF lotion, rich in vegan-powered extracts to help protect against free radicals as well as blue light.
Coverage: Light
Finish: Natural
Formulation: Liquid
SPF: SPF 30
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Purple Tea Extract: Antioxidants defend against free radicals.
- Green Algae Extract: A natural source of niacinamide that provides moisturizing properties.
- Passionflower Extract: Protects the skin from the adverse effects of atmospheric pollutants.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, sulfates SLS & SLES, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also gluten-free and cruelty-free.
