How to get tan without sun ?

How do self-tanners work?

How do you get a naturally golden glow or a tropical tan without sunbathing? Depending on your preference, you can achieve a beautiful sun-kissed look or rich you just returned from the Maldives tan all in the privacy of your bathroom. The active ingredient in almost all self-tanners is dihydroxyacetone (DHA). DHA reacts with the amino acids on the surface of your skin to produce a temporary darkening of the skin. This tan typically lasts for several days and gradually fades as your skin cells naturally exfoliate. The color produced by DHA is temporary and washes off, so it does not provide any sun protection. You still need to use sunscreen to protect your skin from harmful UV rays. That's why it's essential to dissolve your sun's initial and support this natural defense with UVA/UVB protection, not just a sunscreen.

Try not to use low-SPF tanning oils. You won't get a faster suntan! Clarins Laboratories has developed a wide range of sun protection products that give you a great tan and offer an array of SPF levels to suit every type of skin. Sun creams, lotions or oils…lightweight products with a soft sunny holiday fragrance that will take your tan to the next level. Soothed golden skin that's highly protected!

Self-tanners give you a healthy glow without soaking in the benefits of the sun, such as Vitamin D and endorphins. Nothing can replace the great mood you get from sunbathing!

Why exfoliate your skin before using a self-tanner?

The best way to make your tan last longer and look better is to exfoliate your body with Exfoliating Body Scrub For Smooth Skin prior to applying any type of self-tanning product. It contains exfoliating bamboo powder, skin-cleansing moringa extract, plus nourishing shea oil to make your skin totally soft, smooth, and renewed. This scrub polishes and softens the epidermis by eliminating impurities and dead skin cells. It stimulates skin cell renewal and helps diminish the look of flaky skin. Massage the scrub onto damp or dry skin 1-2 times per week, concentrating on rough areas such as elbows, knees, feet and thighs. Rinse thoroughly. Your skin is resilient, infinitely softer to the touch, and ready to absorb any self-tanning products afterwards. 

For your face, use Fresh Scrub or Comfort Scrub twice per week. They both leave the skin soft, smooth and radiant. A simple way to reveal instantly beautiful skin. Your face is radiant and all prepped for a flawless tan.

Why moisturize your skin before applying a self-tanner?

After exfoliating your face to slough off as many dead cells as possible, hydrate it to extend the glow. A well moisturized complexion will be that much more luminous and even. Apply the quenching moisturizer! Hydra-Essentiel Cream delivers lasting hydration for normal to dry skin. Enriched with organic leaf of life extract, it helps maintain the skin’s moisture balance. Skin feels soft and comfortable, and looks fresh and radiant — no more tightness. Your skin is soft and supple, plus it's ready for a self-tanning beauty boost. Clarins moisturizers have something for everyone, regardless of your age or skin type. Routines that include ultra-hydrating serum boost and multiply the benefits of your cream. Be sure to hydrate your skin day and night before applying a self-tanner. The same goes for the body.

Exfoliate and moisturize!

Moisture-Rich Body Lotion by Clarins is the perfect hydrator for the job. It gently soothes and nourishes the skin. This body lotion deeply moisturizes and visibly smooths your skin for that irresistibly silky softness. It relies on plant extracts like shea butter, organic raspberry water, and bitter orange wax to leave your visibly more beautiful and younger looking. Your radiant, softened, and invigorated skin is all set for its tan!

How do I choose the right self-tanner?

Clarins offers many different self-tanning textures suited for everyone's type of skin and preference. Take a look at our range of products and choose by whether you want the results to be natural, gradual, or intense.

But whichever the texture you choose, remember that your tan won't last more than five days. The tan will slowly fade every time you wash your skin. Lightweight, bracing or velvety, all Clarins's self-tanners deliver a natural, long-lasting golden glow all year round.

Get a sun-kissed glow with Clarins self-tanning products, suitable for both face and body and ever-stepping onto the beach. Choose from our range of products to suit your tanning preferences:

• Clarins Radiance-Plus Golden Glow Booster for Body. Enhance your skin tone by adding just a few drops to your Clarins moisturizer for a gradual, natural-looking tan.
• Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel for an immediate tan, apply this non-greasy, lightweight gel that delivers a quick, intense tan without a heavy feel.
• Clarins Self Tanning Milky-Lotion for a gradual tan that provides 24-hour hydration. Perfect for daily use, this milky-lotion leaves a natural, even tan.
• Clarins Self Tanning Jelly is easy to use for all skin types and delivers a natural, sun-kissed tan.

Each product in the Clarins self-tanning range is designed to give you a beautiful, envy-worthy tan year-round.

*Hydration kinetics test - 12 people

Which self-tanner can I use on my face?

They all give you a flawless tan, but you'll choose the non-greasy Self Tanning Instant Gel or the creamy Milky Lotion which is formulated with iris, rose and cognatic fig extracts. Always rely on them, clean moisturized skin and use occasionally to build a golden effect or more often for a darker tan. You'll become your all-season complexion champion.

For a guaranteed healthy glow all year round, use Radiance-Plus Golden Glow Booster Face. Just a few drops will do! It works like magic! In the palm of your hand, mix three drops of self-tanner with your Clarins facial products day and night to add some sun to your daily moisturizing or anti-aging routine for a self-tanning effect 365 days a year! Your skin tone will gradually tan with a made-to-order glow for the beauty of summer all year long! Apply evenly to the face, neck and décolleté area. The results are subtle and natural-looking, even on light skin! What a gorgeous golden tan! What tropical beach were you sunbathing on?

Which self-tanner should I use to tan my body all year round?

There’s no season for a tanned body! But in winter when your body is covered up under tights, jumpers and big coats, it doesn’t need a self-tanner as often. Pull out all the stops for events or parties. That's your chance to get a quick tan, spruce up that plunging neckline and beautify your legs with a golden hue. It's sure to be a hit!

All of the Clarins self-tanning products, Instant Gel or Milky Lotion can be used every day. For a made-to-measure tan, mix a few drops of Radiance-Plus Golden Glow Booster with the moisturizer or firming cream you use on your body. In a single step, you're adding a daily self-tanning action to your Clarins body cream or lotion. That’s how Radiance-Plus Golden Glow Booster for Body becomes a part of your daily routine. Moisturize and give your body a gorgeous glow in just a few minutes! A truly natural-looking tan, fast results that you customize, and works wonders on any skin tone. No more waiting for nice weather or trekking to the beach to get a tan! 

How do I apply my self-tanner?

Exfoliate and hydrate your skin for a more radiant and even tan. For more occasional use, remember to use a scrub the night before you apply it - the usual way is to smooth it on gently, then wash it off. Use Clarins self-tanner for a radiant tan. Apply it to the face and body with a light, sweeping motion, taking care to spread it evenly and avoid streaks. For best results, use Clarins Self-Tanner Body Applicator Mitt for an even tan and stain-free hands. This incredibly soft mitt is designed to help apply self-tanning products. It protects your hands and delivers a perfectly even, streak-free finish. You can use it repeatedly for a long-lasting, natural-looking tan all year round.

Here's one of our beauty secrets: Wipe off your elbows, knees and heels because they take on more color. Wait a few minutes before getting dressed as you would after applying any body cream. Clarins self-tanning products do not stain your clothing. A stress-free way to beautify and get a quick tan!

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