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Best Tanning Oils & Lotions, Self Tanner Natural Glow for Pale Sensitive Skin

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I have pale fair skin and I tend to just burn in the sun. I find self-tanner is the better way to go so you can protect your health and your skin long-term. These self tanner lotions & oils are a great way to achieve that natural radiant glow wit...
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Tanning Prep & Tools

This list has the tools that I use while applying self tanner (brushes) and the prep and after products I use to ensure a long lasting self tan. 

 
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This product helps self tanner soak into the skin.
Drying Body Powder for Post Self-Tan and Excessive Oils - Dolce Glow | Sephora
 
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This brush helps to eliminate streaks and helps you achieve a flawless finish
St. Tropez Ultimate Tan Body Brush - Nordstrom
 
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This helps me apply self tanner to my back way more easily.
Easy to Reach Back Applicator for Self Tanning - Bondi Sands | Ulta Beauty
 
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I like using a mitt first to apply self-tanner. I then go in with a brush to get rid of any streaks.
Unfiltered Self Tanning Application Mitt - Lux Unfiltered | Sephora
 
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Another amazing invention. The handles make it easier for you to apply even coverage
Back Applicator
 
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This is a self tan eraser. It helps remove old self tan so you are starting fresh.
Self Tan Eraser Gentle Foaming Cleanser - Bondi Sands | Ulta Beauty
 
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This product is great because it protects your sheets and its anti absorbent so you dont lose your tan.
Tan Fan Self Tan Sleep Sac - Protects Bedding From Tanner Stains - Silky Soft Roomy XL
 
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This helps protect your bedsheets and I like this one because it has an open side
Tan Fan Self Tan Sleep Sac To Protect Bedding From Tanner Stains - Silky Cool with Open Top Sheet XL

Tanning Products (lotions, spray, mousse)

Here are some of my favorite self-tanners. I have found that these are easy to apply, less streaky, and do not make you look orange. I have found them to be okay with my sensitive skin.

 
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This is a transparent 360 mist that is easy to apply and dries in seconds for a fast, flawless tan
Tanologist Airbrush Pro Self Tan Mist - Medium - 5 fl oz
 
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This is a really nice gradual tanner. The color builds naturally, not orange, and it’s very forgiving. Also is moisturizing
N°32 Hydrating Gradual Self Tanning Lotion in Santal - Lux Unfiltered | Sephora
 
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This product is very hydrating and is a light mist which works well on your face
Acqua Hydrating Self-Tanning Face Mist - Dolce Glow | Sephora
 
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My skin is quite pale and I love this self tanning foam. It is easy to apply and doesn't look orange.
Bondi Sands Technocolor 1 Hour Express Self Tanning Foam Sapphire - 6.76 fl oz
 
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This is great self tanner for the Face. It is a mist which is nice.
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Face Mist 2.7oz
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.This is great if you have pale skin. I find this is also great for sensitive skin.
Coco & Eve Sunny Honey Bali Dark Bronzing Mousse
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This is a great express self-tanner. Saves you time and dries faster.
Bondi Sands Express Self Tanning Foam 6.76oz
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This is easy to use and great for beginners. Mousse is easier to apply.
St.Tropez Classic Bronzing Self Tan Mousse 8oz
 
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This is great because its a slow gradual tanning lotion. Easy to apply and great for beginners
Jergens Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer + Sunless Self Tanner Tanning Lotion - Fair To Medium - 7.5 fl oz
 
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These face drops are great because you can control how much you want to use
Self-Tan Face Drops - Isle of Paradise | Sephora
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This is a gradual tanning lotion. It is easy to apply and does not make you look orange.
N°32 Hydrating Gradual Self Tanning Lotion in Rosewood - Lux Unfiltered | Sephora
 
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Great gradual tan and works with fair skin.
Light / Medium Gradual Tan Classic Daily Firming Lotion - St. Tropez | Ulta Beauty
 
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No gross self tanner smell and also no streaks! Great color
Lusso Self-Tanning Mousse in Medium to Dark - Dolce Glow | Sephora