The right self tanner can be hard to find, but shoppers are loving this St Tropez bargain

As summer approaches, so do nights out, holidays and festivals. For many, having a gorgeous, glowy tan is an essential for this season – and it’s possible to achieve without even having to be in the sun.

Finding the perfect streak-free self tanner can often take a lot of trial and error. St Tropez, however, is said to be the number one trusted tanning brand in the UK – and now shoppers can get its St.Tropez Gradual Tan Firming Lotion for £8.95 down from £18 on Amazon.

The lightweight, hydrating tan moisturiser is a two in one with added skincare elements, and is said to allow shoppers to gradually build a natural, sunkissed tan. Many people’s biggest pet peeve when it comes to tan is the sticky and uncomfortable hours that follow, however, this one is light, fast absorbing and non-sticky with streak-free tan results.

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Not only will it leave skin bronzed, but it also multitasks as a lotion that hydrates, protects, smooths and plumps skin with hyaluronic acid, marine algae and antioxidants from blueberry and raspberry oils. It is also suitable for everyone as it’s 100% clean and vegan friendly.

To use the tan, it’s best to exfoliate before applying, then simply apply the lotion with or without a tanning mitt. Shoppers then need to wait four to eight hours for the final result, but there is no need to wash it off. It couldn’t be any easier.

If this tan isn’t the correct one for shoppers, they could try the No7 Perfectly Bronzed Self Tan Mousse 200ml Medium/Dark for £11.21 from Boots which is a lightweight, moisturising formula that gives skin a natural glow, is said to develop into a natural looking tan within 3-5 hours and is also hypo-allergenic. The Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan Cream 400ml from LookFantastic is another option for £55, and is described as a fast-absorbing cream-gel formula that instantly hydrates the skin, creating an even, glowing tan.

Shoppers have rated the St Tropez tan a high 4.4 out of 5 star rating from a total of 2,089 reviews however on Amazon. One person said: “Lovely item and it smells gorgeous.”

Another said: “I really like this product. It’s easy to use, goes on like a moisturiser and leaves a lovely streak free finish that looks natural.”

“Highly recommend this product,” said another shopper. “I was a little sceptical… but so worth the money. I applied one layer yesterday and have woken up to a lovely non-streak colour. I will be buying more.”

Despite this, some shoppers shared hesitations on the tan. One wrote: “High street brands are just as good.”

Another said: “It does work with the tanning but it takes a long time to rub into the skin.”

The St.Tropez Gradual Tan Firming Lotion, however, sounds like a quality option for this summer – especially with over 50% off on Amazon.