Now that September is here and October not far away, it’s about time to crack out the tanning formulas and bronzers to create the perfect all-over faux glow while out in the sun. From gradual tanning lotions to glow-giving highlighters, these are the brands supplying us with a healthy bronzed look in the lead up to summer.
Offering hydration as well as a natural tan, this Natio Self Tan Lotion glides on smoothly and blends easily. Infused with aloe vera and shea butter, the coconut-scented formula soothes and nourishes the skin.
Velvety smooth, lightweight and easy to apply, this tanning mousse has an advanced, dark and long lasting formula. The violet base gives a golden, even and streak-free colour result. It is also enriched with skin-caring ingredients that hydrate and nourish all the while. Best of all the formula is tinted for an instant glow that helps guide application.
These highly blendable, creamy highlighters are a first for the brand, bringing a natural glow to complexions. The illuminating pigments work to softly glisten and give skin a touch of radiance to complete makeup looks. It can be worn alone to highlight high points or mixed in with a base product for all-over glow.
DB Cosmetics Get Glowing Pressed Mineral Bronzer
This easily blendable formula gives instant warmth and definition to the face without ever looking muddy or cakey. Resulting in a sun-kissed glow, this DB Cosmetics bronzer is infused with ingredients aloe vera, Q10 and vitamins A & E to plump and smooth the skin.
Palmer’s Coconut Natural Bronze
Featuring a skin-friendly vegetable-based tanning ingredient sourced from sugar beets as well as ethically and sustainably sourced coconut and Tahitian monoi oils, this hydrating and quick-drying gradual tanning lotion gives a healthy-looking, streak-free bronzed glow.
Le Tan Uber Glow Facial Tanning Serum
One for the face, this Le Tan serum features a lightweight and quick-drying formula. Enriched with aloe vera juice for added hydration, all you need to do is blend a few drops into your moisturiser for a natural looking tan.
Revlon Skinlights Powder Bronzer
Formulated with a balance of red and brown tones, Revlon’s Skinlights Powder Bronzer is available in two shades and achieves a beautiful, shimmering glow that still looks natural and sun-kissed.