Save vs Splurge: self tanner

Hannah Sollé answers the all-important question; save or splurge?

Whether we like to admit it or not, many of us girls use fake tan every now and again. In these winter months it’s common to feel pale and exhausted – something an application of self-tan can quickly fix by giving you a healthy glow.

Save

St. Moriz Instant Self Tanning Mousse: £4.99

Down the other end of the price spectrum, the cheap and cheerful St. Moriz is a great alternative when you are strapped for cash. It is available in two shades, medium and dark, with the dark being particularly prominent so I would suggest no more than one layer. This tan takes longer to dry, so make sure you no longer feel sticky or tacky before wearing clothes again. Like St. Tropez, the mousse is best applied at night and washed off in the morning for the most even results. If perfection is not what you’re interested in but desire something merely to brighten up your dull complexion in the winter months, then perhaps opt to try St. Moriz for a confidence boost.

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Splurge

St.Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Mousse: £30.50

This fake tan provides a gorgeous glow after just one application. It is easy to apply with a fake tan mitt and you are not left haunted with embarrassing streaks. The colour is not too overpowering so there is no worry about being labelled as ‘orange’, and after a few washes the tan naturally wears off without the need to scrub. As a student this may seem like a bank-breaker but it is well worth it for a special occasion, and the bottle lasts a surprisingly long time. If you aren’t the best at applying fake tan then this is the one for you, so spend a few extra pennies to avoid a self-tan disaster!

WINNER – St.Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Mousse: £30.50