The new Brazilliance Plus Tarte self tanner, $30, is all the rage with everyone who wants a glowing beach body without having to hit the tanning bed. We've gone the distance and created a handy guide that will tell you how it can take your tan to the next level.
Tarte self tanner has a kind of cult following
What Makes Brazilliance Different From Other Self Tanners?
This self tanner doesn't just give you a natural-looking tan -- it's good for your skin as well. Brazilliance is full of maracuja oil, made from the fruit of a plant native to Brazil. You'll get an instant boost of vitamin C and essential fatty acids, which will plump up your skin and smooth you out in all the right places. Hefty doses of vitamin E and sunflower seed oil add to the goodness. It's moisturizing without being greasy, and it's light without skimping on the natural tan color you want. This Tarte self tanner is in a class of its own.
Tarte Braziliance Plus self tanner can be used on both body and face
What Does It Smell Like?
Too many self tanners have a chemical smell that's really off-putting -- not so with Brazilliance. It uses scent-control technology, called PUREshield, to keep that weird, stereotypical self tanner smell at bay. Brazilliance actually has a light and delicate floral scent, though some users report not being able to detect any scent at all.
How Do You Put It On?
The lovely folks at Tarte have included a mitt to help you apply Brazilliance to every inch of your body, including those pesky hard-to-reach places on your back. Just pop a quarter-sized amount on the mitt for each part of your body, and swipe gently in long strokes. You'll get even, rich color every time you apply it. Just don't forget to exfoliate before putting it on. And skip the moisturizer until the self tanner has completely dried on your skin.
What Sort of Color Are You Going to Get?
Anyone wanting a light or medium tan will be over the moon with this Tarte self tanner. It gives you even coverage and a deep, natural-looking tan. There's no hint of orange here. It just looks like you've relaxed in the sun for a few hours -- and put your sunscreen on, of course.
How Long Does It Last?
You'll get two to four days of coverage with the Tarte self tanner, even with showering. In the meantime, you'll be reaping the benefits of all those moisturizing agents in the self tanner. Many users have reported improved skin quality after just two weeks of use!
Can You Use It on Your Face?
Yes, you can absolutely use Brazilliance on your face -- you can use the mitt and a bit less of the product, wiping down in long, gentle strokes to make sure that you've covered everything evenly.