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Getting that Summer tan and keeping it year round!
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I’m very pale by design but I love having a nice even tan and I also burn easily so having a way to also keep a tan without the sun - huge plus. These are some of my preferred products that I use
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Tanning Oils
 
Sunless Tanners
 
Sunscreen Essentials
 
Beach/Pool Must Have's
 
Sunscreen for Acne Prone Oily Skin

Tanning Oils

 
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This one smells like a vacation I desperately need. Coconut-forward, golden vibes, 10/10 I would bottle the scent and wear it as perfume.
Hawaiian Tropic Dark Tanning Oil 8oz Twin Pack
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If you want to get golden like you spent three weeks on a Greek island, this is your oil. No passport required.
Australian Gold SPF 30 Spray Sunscreen Bronzer
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I'm not saying this gel is magic, but I am saying I looked significantly more sun-kissed after one beach afternoon.
Carroten Intensive Tanning Gel 5oz + Spatula
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It deepens your tan without frying you
Maui Babe Browning Lotion - Tan Accelerator 4oz
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If your idea of a good time is being absolutely drenched in coconut and vanilla while getting golden, this oil is built for you
Australian Gold Rapid Tanning Intensifier Lotion
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The color this gives you mid-tan is genuinely unreal. Like your skin just decided to be its best self.
Millennium Solid Black 200X Tanning Lotion
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I've gone through four bottles of this. My skin has gone through approximately zero complaints.
b.tan Best Tanning Oil Dry Spray 8 Fl Oz
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Gotta protect that skin after all the sun!
Hawaiian Tropic After Sun Body Butter 8oz
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Sunless Tanners

 
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I was deeply skeptical of any self-tanner claiming 'no orange.' I am now a believer. My skin is brown, not tangerine.
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Face Mist 2.7oz
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The mousse format makes application so much easier than lotion
St.Tropez 1-3 hr Express Mousse Tan, 6.7oz
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I use a tanning mitt, I blend in circular motions, I moisturize my knees and elbows first.
St.Tropez Waterproof Velvet Self Tan Mitt
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Ankles and feet are the final boss of self-tanning. This formula blends out so seamlessly
Beauty by Earth Self Tanner - Natural & Organic Moisturizing Lotion
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I would describe the color as 'been in the sun for two weeks on a Mediterranean boat.'
b.tan Dark Self Tanner Mousse, 6.7 Fl Oz
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The gradual formula means you can build color over a few days without committing to anything dramatic.
Jergens Natural Glow +Firming Self Tanner Lotion
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This lasts a solid five to seven days before fading, and it fades evenly.
Jergens Natural Glow Instant Sun Body Mousse
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The tinted mousse means you can see your application in real time
St.Tropez Classic Bronzing Self Tan Mousse 8oz
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A tan is a year-round lifestyle, not a summer event.
Coco & Eve Medium Self Tanner Foam Kit
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I maintain my color through every season. This is not an accident,  it's a carefully curated collection of products and I'm here to share all of them.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self Tanning Towelettes
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To get in all those nook, crannies and hard to reach places
4 in 1 Luxury Velvet Self Tanning Mitt
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For an even darker tan you can upgrade to this
Too Tan To Give A Damn 1 Hour Self Tan Mousse - b.tan for the ultimate darkest tan
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For a gradual tan and not a turn-me-into-a-pumpkin tan
Addicted To The Glow Gradual Tan Face Cream - b.tan | Ulta Beauty
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Sunscreen Essentials

 
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Finally, a face sunscreen that works as a skincare step AND lets me still get a little color. The best of both worlds.
Paula's Choice RESIST Super-Light SPF 30
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I don't care how luxurious a product is, if it pills under makeup, it's dead to me. This one goes on like silk and stays there.
Paula's Choice RESIST Hydrating SPF 50
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SPF in your moisturizer is cute. But this dedicated SPF 50 face sunscreen is a whole other level of skin protection
Paula's Choice SPF 50 Oil-Free Face Sunscreen
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No white cast. I cannot overstate what a difference that makes when you're actually going to wear this every single day.
TruSkin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face 1.7oz
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I've started thinking of this less as sunscreen and more as a daily skincare treatment
TruSkin SPF 30 Tinted Mineral Sunscreen Serum
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The price point versus how long it lasts makes this one of the best SPF investments in my routine. Math doesn't lie.
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen - Clear Face Primer
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Can;t forget ypour lips and sun protection
Supergoop! Glow Gloss SPF 40 Lip Balm
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Waterproof claims always make me skeptical, but this one actually held up through an hour of ocean swimming.
Supergoop! PLAY Everyday Lotion SPF - Face & Body
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If you are not sure which one you want or need you can get this pack to try.
Supergoopies SPF Bestsellers Set - Supergoop! | Ulta Beauty
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I love using this when I don't feel like wearing makeup.  it gives my skin a more even finish.
Dawn Glowscreen SPF 40 Sunscreen with Hyaluronic Acid + Niacinamide - Supergoop! | Ulta Beauty
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For a matte finish primer with sunscreen protection.  YES!
Sunrise Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 - Supergoop! | Ulta Beauty
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Love the finish on this one especially when i wear it without makeup
Dewscreen Hydrating Primer SPF 50 - Supergoop! | Ulta Beauty
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Sometimes i don;t want to use cream and prefer to keep my hands clean and this gives me even coverage without the need to rub it in.
Sunny Citrus PLAY Antioxidant Body Mist SPF 50 - Supergoop! | Ulta Beauty
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Perfect trio to have in your sencare arsenal
PLAY Date Pool & Sport SPF Set - Supergoop! | Ulta Beauty
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I keep this in my bag as a touch up or in case i forgot to apply sunscreen before makeup.  Very handy to have.
Unseen Sunscreen Stick SPF 40 Invisible Sun Protection - Supergoop! | Ulta Beauty
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When you want the glow without the slick oily residue.
5.0 oz Glow Oil SPF 50 Dry Body Oil Sunscreen - Supergoop! | Ulta Beauty
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I try to keep all my suncreen at 50SPF as anything lower for me doesn't make sense.
PLAY Everyday Face Lotion SPF 50 Fragrance-Free Sunscreen - Supergoop! | Ulta Beauty
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You can't forget your lips when it comes to sun protection.  minty flavour is, well, minty! :)
Mint PLAY Lip Shield SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm - Supergoop! | Ulta Beauty
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If you want to smell more floral than beachy coconut
Beach Flower Glow Oil SPF 50 Scented Body Oil Limited Edition - Supergoop! | Ulta Beauty
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Living in the tropics with my pale complexion i need some serious SPF protection. I love this one as it can be used for body AND face without irritation
Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Spray SPF 70
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Beach/Pool Must Have's

 
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Ordered 2 pairs!
Speedo Unisex Swim Goggles Sunny G
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Sunscreen for Acne Prone Oily Skin

 
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I prefer to use this if i'm going through a acne breakout
Neutrogena Clear Face Sunscreen SPF 50
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My face is a little more sensitive towards sunscreen and sometimes I tend to break out.  This sunscreen doesn't leave a greasy feel as is also water resistant.
Eucerin Sun Clear Skin Face Sunscreen SPF 50
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I love the lightweight feel of this and it leaves my skin feeling soft rather than greasy.
Neutrogena Clear Body SPF 50 Sunscreen Spray
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If you are really struggling with breakouts and oily skin i'd spend the little extra and start to use this one.
EltaMD UV Clear Face Sunscreen SPF 46
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If its a really hot day I use this one for the extra protection.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Clear Skin SPF 60
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