The Gradual

I'll start off by saying this is the first time I've tried any type of "self tanner" since I'm super impatient and I was always afraid of being orange and streaky. I was doing some research and came across this, and although it's a bit pricey I can confirm it is well worth it! After going through reviews I did end up purchasing a tanning mitt to apply and this goes on so easy! It is very thin compared to normal lotions so you don't need alot. After the first application I could see a noticeable difference and there were no streaks! I've used every other day for about the last week and I've stayed with a nice glow. It didn't turn streaky or wash off in the water and no stains on my towels! I lotion my knees/elbows first then just apply it with the mitt like normal lotion making sure I rub it in well. It does have a slight smell, but it's similar to how I've smelled after using a tanning bed so I don't mind it and my husband says it's hardly noticeable. This is a great product!

I love this gradual tanning lotion! It goes on smoothly, absorbs quickly, and gives a natural, even glow without streaks or orange tones. The scent is light and pleasant, and the result looks healthy and radiant.

I have very pale, sensitive skin and several skin allergies. Even sensitive skin lotions can break me out. It’s always a risk when I try something new. I’m also white as a ghost who does not tan. I go from white to lobster red and back to white if I’m in the sun. No residual tan. Since this product has decent ratings, I decided to give it a shot. I am (so far) pleasantly surprised.First, it does smell - just like every other self-tanner I’ve ever tried. So don’t buy it if you’re looking for fragrance-free. This isn’t it. It’s not an awful smell, but you’ll know you have self-tanner on. I can deal with it. Next, so far, no breakouts. Granted, I’m using it on my legs, which tend to be less sensitive, so YMMV. It goes on easily and if you rub it in, it dries quickly and completely. Another plus, and more rare than not. I’ve used it 3 days in a row, and any slight streaking has leveled out with repeated use. The look is not orange, but a nice bronze color - and not a strong color, which is what I wanted. I don’t want look like I’m using a bronzer. I just want to take the edge off of my blindingly-white skin. Overall, very pleased.

My favorite self tanner! Have bought numerous times. Doesn’t leave orange ankles or hands. Very gradual like the name states. Light smell when sweating. Not bad at all.

Pros: Not a strong scent, easy to apply, not at all orange, incremental changeCons: Coverage is not even, does not lastI bought this for a trip, because in my day-to-day I have been mistaken for a ghost. The color was great overall, and it didn’t stain or look unnatural. However, even with the applicator glove and putting lotion on areas like knees and elbows first, I wasn’t able to get an even coat. I was still happy with the results overall, until I went for a swim and immediately returned to my haunting hue. Think it would work if you could continuously apply it, but didn’t fit in my carry on.

Tan the next day!! Love this product for a quick tan. My family noticed I had color but not too much color. No too smelly either. My legs don't hold color as well but overall I was happy with it. Super lightweight lotion! Very happy with my purchase!

Love this one! Really works. Gradually tans. Great for me because I have sun issues and no one knows that my tan is not real.

I'm disappointed by this product. Used after a shower, dried off, and really took my time to apply evenly. I have orange splotches like this all over my body this morning- so not only is it not even, but it's not as gradual as it claims to be. I've used other self tans and even the lowest price range option is better than this. The scent is also too much.