How to Get That Perfect Model Tan Without Laying In The Sun!!! (A List Of MY HOLY GRAIL Self Tanning Products)

Spring time is just about here, and I am sure most of you cannot wait to throw on those flirty little sun dresses!! You can kiss those pasty winter legs good bye, and say hello to sexy tan skin after reading my self tanning secrets! When it comes to self-tanning, I am a Pro! I have tried every self tanning product under the sun (literally). I've been orange, I've been streaky and I've even had those orange palms! Self tanning has been a part of my beauty routine since I was 15 years old and through many trials and tribulations I have finally perfected it. Being a model, has pushed me to find the perfect formulas and I know I finally have! I will let you in on what I feel are the highest quality self tanning products that actually deliver stunning results!

1. MY #1 FAVORITE SELF TANNER: Vita Liberata Tinted Self Tanning Lotion in Rich and Extra Rich:

This Self Tanner is truly amazing! It does not streak and it is super easy to blend into the skin. It gets me very dark, but its a beautiful golden dark....not a muddy green dark. The smell is very faint, hardly any smell at all. I would give this tanner a 10/10. It will get you dark!!!

2. My #2 Favorite Self Tanner: Bare Minerals Faux Tan

Although, I do not love this tanner as much as the Vita Liberata, It still does get me pretty dark. It also is not streaky and is pretty easy to blend into the skin. The main thing that I am not a fan of is the smell. Its not terrible but it is also not too faint. I would say this is a great back up self tanner! I give it an 8/10. It is still a solid product :) 

3. My #3 Favorite Self Tanner: Fake Bake Self Tanning Spray

I used to wear this self tanner all the time, but since it is a spray I was concerned about breathing in all of these chemicals. I wanted a safer alternative, so I switched to a lotion. But I still will say this self tanner is excellent. I would suggest spraying this in an open room or outdoors in a private area. This self tanner is also streak-free, smells kinda good...like chocolate and gets you very dark. But I hate the fact that it is a spray self tanner, so I will rate this a 7.5/10. 

4. My #4 Favorite Self Tanner: Tarte Brazilliance Self Tanner

This is a great self tanner if you are looking for a nice glow, not a super dark tan. It is SUPER blend-able and and soaks into the skin nicely. There is hardly any smell at all and it really moisturizes the skin. I love using this whenever I feel like just having a nice healthy glow. I will give this a 7/10.

Ok as of right now, these are my favorite self tanners, but now I will show you my favorite products when you forget to put on your self tanner! Life is unpredictable, and to be honest applying self tanner takes a little planning ahead. Most self-tanners take anywhere from 4-8 hours to fully develop, so you usually have to apply it the night before. The following products have been a life saver for me when I have to go to an event last minute and I am white as a ghost! Here they are: 

1. My #1 Favorite Instant Bronzing Product (Not self Tanner): Makeup Forever Body Tan in Medium and Dark

I am obsessed with this product! It gets you super dark like a self tanner would! It dries instantly and does not come off until you shower the next morning. It is perfect for a night out in your little short dress! It blends so easily and there are no streaks. Make sure you wear some clear latex gloves when applying this product! When you first apply it into the skin it looks really red, but do not worry, it blends out to a golden tan. For a tanning quick fix I would rate this product 10/10 :) 

2. My #2 Favorite Instant Bronzing Product (Not self tanner): Sally Hansen Airbrush Legs Lotion in Deep 

You would not believe how many models wear this product for shoots and for the runway. This is a leg makeup but I buy it in the color deep, so I can use it as a quick tanning fix :) It will cover any imperfections on your legs, arms, tummy and make you look totally airbrushed. I would not use this product for every day use, but it is great for a special occasion or a night out. Make sure before getting dressed after applying this product to take some dry paper towels and lightly wipe down your skin to get any excess body makeup off. I think this stuff is great in winter; during summer it can feel a little heavier on the skin and you may run the risk of it sweating off of the back of your thighs if you are sitting in a warm room. Overall I would rate this product a 8/10.

If you are looking to get that Sexy Glow that J-Lo always has, then you need a great shimmer product to put over your new tan :) These are some of my fave body shimmer products:

Above Photo Left to Right: Hard Candy Glow, Body Bling by Scott Barnes, Gleam by Melanie Mills

SELF-TANNING TIPS:

Last but not least here are my tips on making your self tan look it's best:

1. EXFOLIATE: Removing dead skin will make sure you won't have any streaks or patchiness. I love to exfoliate with Fresh Brown Sugar Body Polish:

This product makes my skin so soft, I use it in the shower and after rinsing, my skin feels brand new! You do not need to moisturize after using this product.

2. Wear Gloves!!: Always wear gloves when you are self tanning to prevent dark palms. And make sure the gloves are your right size and not too big and baggy (this will create streaks). I love using the latex gloves from Sally's Beauty Supply store.

3. Moisturize: Before tanning, always apply a small amount of lotion to your ankles, back of your heals, your elbows and your knees.

This is Everything you Need to Know About Self-Tanning! Please Comment below with any questions or feel free to e-mail me. Thank you so much!! :) XOXOX