Planning on tanning? Nobody likes being pale at the beach. Yet the sun's UV rays are damaging to skin, as are tanning beds. They can cause premature wrinkling and skin cancer. (Spray-on tans like Paris Hilton's are not harmful in the same way, but can clog pores.) To get that glow, use a self-tanning product. The following ones are are not intended to be used at the beach for sun protection. They provide a tan only. Use an SPF 15 (or greater) product to protect skin outdoors.
1. Tanning Bed in a Tube
We all know tanning beds are bad for us. But Too Faced also realizes they deliver a sexy tan. This sunless tanner adds a bronze glow instantly -- without microwaving your intestines.2. Bare Escentuals Faux Tan
The problem with some sunless tanners is that you never know if you've applied enough or too much until it's too late. Bare Escentuals Faux Tan has a mistake-proof color guide. It also dries fast and does not clog pores. What's not to love?3. Neutrogena Instant Bronze, Sunless Tanner and Bronzer In One, Deep
I'm a big believer in products that do more than one thing. So when Neutrogena came along with an sunless tanner and bronzer in one that's really affordable, I applauded. And the fact that it works instantly makes me even happier.
4. Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel
No need to go into the sun to get a golden tan on your face and body. And since this self-tanning product is absorbed instantly, you don't have to wait for it to develop. Women who want to maintain a year-round tanned appearance may want to add this to their regular beauty regimen.5. Clarins Sheer Bronze Tinted Self Tanning For Legs
Suntan lovers with delicate skin will want to use different tanning products for face and body. Ingredients in body products are stronger and may contain oil, which can irritate delicate areas and cause breakouts.6. St. Tropez Mini Instant Tanning System
I'm all in favor of small, portable beauty kits for travelers. This compact sunless tanning system includes 1 oz. self tanner plus a 2 oz. body polisher and 2 oz. body moisturizer.7. St. Tropez Tanning Essentials Mousse Tanning System
Spend a bit more money, and you can get a complete tanning system that includes a body polisher to exfoliate dead cells, a moisturizer, and a self tanning mousse.8. Bio-Tan Sunless Tanning Gel
The most expensive brand on this list, Bio-Tan Sunless Tanning Gel by Cellex uses natural sugars and amino acids in its formulation and avoids the chemical odor of cheap self tanning products. It also contains a light moisturizer. Tan lasts for three days before requiring re-application of the product.