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Banana Boat Summer Color Sunless Lotion

Banana Boat Summer Color Sunless Lotion
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Editor Review

Rated a 9.5

Finally, an inexpensive self tanner worthy of gushing over. How do we love thee? Let us count the ways: 1) Remarkably realistic color (and so much of it!) that's more golden brown than that of competitors; 2) A truly moisturizing lotion -- oil-free, packed with aloe and vitamin E and non-sticky; 3) A smell you won't crinkle your nose over. But its "streak-free" claim? Well, the lotion's tint helps, but no self tanner can ever be completely streak-free. (Note to companies: Prove us wrong.)

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    Best self tanner

    by beautygeek (3 reviews)
    I have used them all and Banana Boat lotion formula is the best. I use both light/med and med/dark and I'm pretty fair skinned. I must admit I don't even exfoliate like you're supposed to and this lotion goes on smooth, blends great, is tinted so you can see where you've put it and lasts for weeks. I even use it on my fa...ce and it doesn't make me break out. November 13, 2007, 11:31 am

    19 of 19 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    Best that I've found

    by SherSue (1 review)
    I'm a pale redhead whose freckles have long faded away so when I say pale, I mean pale. I defy any sunless tanner Not to turn me orange! This stuff looks better than any I've tried. Streak-free; no horrible smell; moisturizing; and comparatively easy to apply. Comparatively easy in that it doesn't dry so fast that acid won'...t remove it -- in fact, it seemed quite forgiving during application. Yes, I exfoliated and I took my time. Did wash hands frequently and saw a bit of orange on them but the rest looked amazingly good. Very inexpensive but hard to find. I will use this product again. May 26, 2008, 5:56 pm

    15 of 15 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    This is the best one out there!

    by Peacharo (3 reviews)
    As an avid selftanner I've tried most on the market until I tried Banana Boats Summer Color. Banana Boats is the first that gives a great natural color and you don't need to use several coats to get a nice looking tan. And yes, no nasty smell! I've gotten many compliments on my tan. People are shocked to find it's "t...an in the bottle". To bad I don't get any kick backs for referrals since I have referred many people to Banana Boats Summer Color self tanner. Only one draw back, I need to stock up in the summer so I have enough to last through the Spring when it finally makes its way back out on the shelves. April 22, 2008, 2:52 pm

    11 of 12 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    use banana boat summer color sunless lotion to prep for winter cruise.

    by ccordes (1 review)
    I used this wonderful lotion sunless lotion before i left on my princess cruise. the lotion felt good,(creamy/silky) on my skin. I received a lot compliment on my tan from friends/family.it didn't wash off or come off on my close.I was happy with how long it last and i didn't think the price was out of line either . April 29, 2008, 5:12 am

    10 of 10 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    Like it!

    by lindz990 (125 reviews)
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    It's so inexpensive, but I loved this formula. I got realistic color that lasted for at least four showers, unlike most tanners which mostly wash off in one or two. It was easy to apply and left my skin soft. I did experience a little bit of streaking... but it wasn't noticeable to other people, and it wasn't enough to b...other me. Also, it doesn't have a bronzer in it to make it visible, which I personally like because it doesn't rub off on clothes... but it also makes application a little trickier. It doesn't smell as bad as most, which I l LOVE! However, it gets the job done right... I am a pale girl, so I go through a LOT of self tanner, and this is definitely my new go-to product! May 4, 2008, 9:37 am

    8 of 8 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 8.0

    Finally I can be a beach babe!

    by Squidflower (53 reviews)
    Top 500 ReviewerTrusted Review
    I am a vegatarian and so i do not produce pigment so I do not naturally tan. I have ried a few self tanners and felt like I was a glowing orange that looked like it was from another planet. This product gave me Excellent color! I like the scent and the ease and the actual sun kisse tone it gave my skin, and I did at lea...st think that my skin was firmer and more tones on my thighs , an excellent bonus! I didhave to be a little bit careful with dstributing evenly as there were some streaking issues, but otherwise it was all i could ask for in a sunless tanning product . The price was well in line with the quality. May 28, 2008, 10:05 pm

    7 of 10 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    love this

    by tigerbunny (22 reviews)
    why so hard to find though?? It moisturizes- most leave my skin feeling dry- and smells great- please stores start stocking! May 6, 2008, 10:02 am

    7 of 8 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 7.0

    not the best when fading

    by tennteacher37 (2 reviews)
    This product did have great color. I dont think it is streak free if you don't do it carefully. I had some mistakes. The worst part is when it is fading you look like a crackled lizard. I used lotion everyday and it still faded poorly. April 17, 2008, 7:24 am

    7 of 8 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    works great

    by hannahbelle (5 reviews)
    i use this stuff religiously. it smells fresh and goes on evenly. i have fair skin and it still looks awesome when i use it. it looks amazing when applied over a fresh tan making your skin glow. July 6, 2008, 4:14 pm

    6 of 6 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    Cost Worthy!

    by jeanniek9999 (7 reviews)
    This works great especially for the cost! May 6, 2008, 10:17 pm

    6 of 6 people found this review helpful.

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  • Attributes

  • Type: Lotion
  • Moisturizing: Yes
  • Oil-free: Yes

  • Manufacturer's Product Description

  • Get golden with this tinted lotion. Slather it on without worry -- it’s streak-free and dries in minutes. It’s Self Adjusting Color formula allows you to control the shade of your luscious tan. Banana Boat Summer Color Sunless Lotion, Light/Medium, lets you look like summer all year round. Enriched with Aloe Vera and Vitamin E. Oil-free. Streak-free. Quick-drying. Also available in Deep Dark. 6 fl oz tube.

  • Directions

  • Apply to clean, dry skin. Use sparingly around ankles, knees, elbows and hairline. Wash hands with soap and water immediately after use. Allow to dry completely before dressing. Color will develop in 2-3 hours and will last several days. Reapply to deepen or maintain color. For best results, wait at least 3 hours between each application. To maintain your desired shad of tan, reapply 1-2 times a week.

  • Ingredients

  • Water, DihydroxyAcetone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propylene Glycol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG 100 Stearate, Petrolatum, VP/Dimethiconylacrylate/Polycarbamyl/Polyglycol Ester, Caramel, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Dimethicone, Steareth 20, Steareth 2, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance, Lawsonia Inermis Extract (Henna)

  • Brand website

  • http://bananaboat.com

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