Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel Reviews

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  • 9

    LOVE IT

    I read a few reviews on this tanner prior to purchasing from Sephora. I have to say, this is one of the best tanners I have tried that is still within a reasonable price range. I was a bit skeptical of the fact it is colorless and thought I would probably end up with a few streaks (has been known to happen with colorless tanners) but surprisingly I woke up in the morning with a very natural tan! The smell was ok, not going to hype it up..sunless tanners smell nothing you can do about it..but after showering in the morning the smell was gone, it is less offensive then most, but don't expect it to smell like cinnamon buns or anything. This is a great product that I am glad I tried and will continue to buy. If I could change anything about this tanner...I wish the bottle was bigger. So, do it! Buy it! You won't be disappointed!! — 1 year, 9 months ago
    candyisdandy | 5 reviews

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  • 9

    for that non-orange glow

    i have very fair skin and clarins is the only self-tanner i have found that does not leave me orange. nor does it leave me smelling like i spend serious time dipping myself in vats of noxious chemicals. my mother and i have used this for years. — 1 year, 10 months ago
    bansheegirl | 35 reviews

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  • 10

    Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel

    Clarins Self Tanning Gel can be used for face and body based from its packaging directions. I intentionally used it solely for my body to distinguish the results from the other self-tanner. I applied it all over my body, from neck to feet after shower (exfoliant) and moisturizer. It is colorless which feels like a lotion when applied. It has a lingering caramel scent- I can still smell it the morning after. I did not experience rashes after three consecutive uses. It produced a natural glowing tan which I absolutely love — 1 year, 11 months ago
    FabulousKath | 4 reviews

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    Not Sure What the Hype Is All About

    Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel consistently gets great reviews online and in magazines but, unfortunately, I can't see what all the hype is about. Obsessed with self-tanning as I am, I had to try this product out. I don't love the texture; it made me feel like it never quite absorbed. The final color was light and a little orange-y, which is an instant deal-breaker, and it faded very patchily. After my first application, I ended up mixing it with other self-tanners and the color is subtle enough that it didn't cause orange-y color when it was diluted, which is good. However, I wouldn't buy it again. — 3 years, 6 months ago
    katiehaich | 52 reviews

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  • 9

    Awesome product!

    One of my favorite self tanners. The color is natural and the tan losts longer than most. Make sure to exfoliate first for the best results. I like applying to coats, two nights in a row. Smells pretty good. Dries quickly. — 3 years, 9 months ago
    Missidaho2005 | 6 reviews

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  • 10

    Great self-tanner

    This is the best self-tanner that I have used. It gives a nice bronze color with no streaking. The smell isn't as bad as many other self-tanners either. I have fair skin, so it works well for me. I think someone with darker skin may prefer a tanner that gives a little more color. — 4 years ago
    Tabitha762 | 5 reviews

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  • 10

    The only self tanner I will use!

    I love this tanner because it never streaks or looks uneven, always turns out so natural. I love the smell and it also last for about 5 days! — 4 years, 8 months ago
    tiffany_cr | 20 reviews

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  • 9

    Best self tanner I have found.

    Make sure you exfoliate first and moisturize ,then wait until legs are dry then apply in circular motion. Thats how I do it and I only use on my legs. They match my arms and face perfectly without any orange color . It does have a slight musty smell until you bathe. — 4 years, 9 months ago
    frostqueen | 12 reviews

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