Body Drench Quick Tan Self-Tan Dry Oil
Self-tanners infamously don’t smell the best, but GH Beauty Lab testers praised the almost undetectable scent of Body Drench’s tinted dry oil with a hint of shimmer. “I liked that this product had a pleasant fragrance throughout the process, with no detectable or underlying ‘chemical’ smell that many others have” one user noted. It gave skin a “nice deep glow,” another said. Shake the bottle before use since it separates over time and put down a towel — some thought the oil formula made it messy and hard to apply.
Tarte Brazilliance 2HR Express Deep Foaming Self-Tanner
For the most true-to-life faux glow in any season (even winter!), look no further than Tarte’s fast-acting, long-lasting foam, which scored high in GH Beauty Lab testing at absorbing quickly and giving skin an even tone testers liked. The tint helps cover all areas and avoid missed spots, the Beauty Lab says, and an impressive 100% of testers reported that the color produced was natural-looking — the top score of all products. This pick also rated well at giving an even-toned effect without splotches and had the longest-lasting results. A few consumers commented that the immediate tint is dark but rinses away to a more natural shade in the shower.