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Though we tend to associate self-tanner with the summer season, I’m one of those glow-obsessed people who makes it a year-round priority. Because I’m basically militant about applying sunscreen every day (no exaggeration here), sunless tanning products have kept my summer bronze thriving in the months where my yellow undertones come out to play and I have to go H.A.M. with the bronzer. However, ask anyone who regularly self-tans what the most annoying part of the process is and they’ll say two words: those. gloves. Tanning mitts are undoubtedly a vibe killer, which is why I’m starting to get familiar with mess-free self-tanning alternatives.
In 2019, there are so many other ways besides a traditional self-tanner to get your glow on. If you’re mostly concerned about your face, there are primers that warm up the complexion. Should your body be the focus, body highlighters are crazy easy to apply. And if even rubbing something in isn’t your speed, tanning drops and face mists are more popular than ever. Ahead, 16 of the best alternatives for the face and body with mostly mess-free application.
Chanel.
Chanel Soleil Tan Bronzing Makeup Base
$50 at Nordstrom
Charlotte Tilbury.
Charlotte Tilbury Overnight Bronze & Glow Mask
$55 at Sephora
The Chemistry Brand.
The Chemistry Brand Glow Oil
$28 at The Chemistry Brand
Clarins.
Clarins Radiance Plus Golden Glow Booster
$32 at Sephora
Dior.
Dior Bronze After-Sun Care Monoi Balm
$39 at Bloomingdale’s
Drunk Elephant.
Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Drops
$36 at Sephora
Fenty Beauty.
Fenty Beauty Body Lava Body Luminizer
$59 at Sephora
Isle of Paradise.
Isle of Paradise Self-Tanning Water
$28 at Sephora
James Read.
James Read H2O Tan Drops
$35 at Dermstore
Josie Maran.
Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil Illuminating Body Butter
$38 at Sephora
Kopari.
Kopari Coconut Body Glow
$28 at Ulta
Loving Tan.
Loving Tan Bronze Shimmer Luxurious Cream
$32.95 at Ulta
Sol de Janeiro.
Sol de Janeiro Glowmotions Glow Oil
$35 at Sephora
St. Tropez.
St Tropez Bronzing Water Face Mist
$30 at Ulta
Tanologist.
Tanologist Face + Body Drops
$19.99 at Target
Vita Liberata.
Vita Liberata Body Blur
$45 at Ulta
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