I am a self tanner junkie. I am very fair complected and will take all the help I can get without the harmful rays. I’ve done both professional spray tans and tried everything under the sun at home, from drugstore to high-end prices. My current favorite is an affordable self tanner, so I have to share it with you! It’s such a great find. Dare I say… it’s the best drugstore self tanner!
The Best Affordable Drugstore Self Tanner
Jergens Natural Glow Instant Sun Sunless Tanning Mousse
I have been loving the Jergens Natural Glow Instant Sun Sunless Tanning Mousse in Deep Bronze. It is a foam formula that applies flawlessly with a mitt and gives amazing color. I truly believe it’s one of the best self tanners for fair skin. If you’re very pale, you can go with the Light Bronze formula and it will give you a wonderful light wash of color. If you’re light complected and up, go with the Deep. My crowned winner of the best drugstore self tanner has a warm undertone to it without it looking orange. It gives a very natural and believable tan, and it seems to work well with my skin tone. Sometimes the self tanners that have a bit more “green” tones to them can look a little weird on me.
Other Affordable Self Tanners under $10
St. Moriz Instant Self Tanning Mousse
A lot of people compare this one to the St. Tropez foam. I haven’t tried the St. Tropez, but I can tell you this is an amazing self tanning foam. I would rank it up threre right with the Jergens!
Neutrogena Micro-Mist Airbrush Sunless Tanning Spray
You have to be extra careful when you apply this one, as it comes in a spray can. It also doesn’t have the bronzer indicator on it (the product comes out clear), so you really have to pay attention where you apply it. However, the color it gives is so good and natural!
Banana Boat Summer Color Self Tanning Lotion
If you prefer a lotion formula, this one can’t be beat! Goes on smoothly and doesn’t streak. I also love the color it gives.