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13 Gradual Tan Products That Won't Turn You Orange

The key to a great fake tan is that it shouldn't look fake, which is why we prefer a good gradual tan product.
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Nkd Skn Pre-Shower Tan, $19.99
Get your bronze on before showering by applying this pre-shower gradual tan lotion to your face and body. Leave it on for 10 minutes, then rinse off. Skeptics may think it won't work, but in a few hours skin will look deeper. The formula is suitable for all skin tones and has odor-removing technology to combat fake tan scent. Want a darker color? Use it every day for a more intense finish.

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Wishing for a self-tanner that actually smells good and not like artificial coconut? Chanel's self-tanning body mist develops into a soft, convincing tan while emitting a rich cologne-inspired scent. It's actually based on Mademoiselle's L'Huile Tan released way back in 1932, but it uses modern tan technology for the most realistic finish.

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There are no guessing games with this self-tanner. Jergens promises skin will be one full shade darker after applying the product for three days. It creates a natural-looking radiance without the typical self-tanner smell. The formula comes in fair to medium tones and medium to tan tones to get the most natural finish.

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B.Tan Everyday Glow Lotion, $14.99
There's definitely such a thing as too much color when it comes to a fake tan. Product overload can leave skin looking as orange as, well, an orange. That won't happen with this gradual tan moisturizer. It's a hydrating everyday body moisturizer that comes with the added bonus of imparting a hint of golden color.

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Whether you're naturally pale, very pale or have a deeper complexion, this gradual tan lotion will work. The nourishing formula goes on clear without any unpleasant odor and absorbs into skin without leaving behind any greasy residue. The imperceptible formula means there's no need to worry about clothes getting stained. In four to eight hours, the formula will develop into an even sun-kissed tan.

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BY HEATHER CICHOWSKI | JUL 4, 2018 | SHARES
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