Tanologist Light Self Tan Water, Clear Tanning Mist, 6.76 Fl Oz | Sunless glow, light self tanner for face and body, spray tan, non-comedogenic, no fake tan smell

I love this stuff I use mainly for my face all throughout the year. I apply and am tan within a few hours and I usually use every other day after my normal skincare. I also sometimes apply to other areas like my legs/arms if I didn’t have time to do a normal self tan or just want a little added but not tan my entire body. I’ve never had any issues. It doesn’t smell bad and doesn’t look blotchy.

I’ve been using this self-tan water on my face for a few weeks and overall, I’m really happy with the results. It gives me a natural, even glow that doesn’t look orange or fake, and it feels super lightweight on the skin — not sticky or greasy. However, there are a couple of things to be aware of. First, it *does* have a bit of a weird smell after it dries — not super strong, but noticeable. Second, if I don’t blend carefully around my jawline or hairline, I occasionally get a faint orange patch the next day. It's not a dealbreaker, just something to watch out for. Still, for the results it gives, I think it’s worth it. If you’re looking for a face tanner that builds gradually and doesn’t clog pores, this is a great option — just take your time applying it and maybe follow up with a light moisturizer to help blend everything in.

I am editing my original review, which I now feel was harsh and unfair. There were 3 key factors that made up my analysis, and I was simply wrong on one, and the other two aren't necessarily the product's fault. I am retracting my review and replacing it with this explanation and a better, fairer analysis. My 3 main issues in the original review were - 1) Not clearly stating on the product or in the marketing copy that it was "non-comodegenic" which was a requirement for my choice in facial products. I have since learned that the term "non-comedogenic" has no legal or regulatory meaning in the US and can be used at will, according to the FDA. Even if a product does actually clog pores/cause breakouts, the manufacturer is free to slap "non-comodegenic" on the bottle/package/marketing copy all they like. It's just another garbage marketing term, like "healthy" or "nurishing" to name a few. I was wrong to have given so much weight to a term I believed required some accountability and regulatory oversight in order to claim it. Also, Tanologist has significantly cleared up their marketing messaging and product labeling for their "non-comodegenic" claimed offerings. 2) I had a breakout while I was using it. I am prone to clogged pores if not careful, and I attributed a small break out during the use of this product over the course of 3-4 weeks. But, to be fair, I failed to take into account that other things can cause a transient blemish or two, like if I'm coming down with a cold, eating poorly, not drinking enough fluids, stress, etc. Any of those factors could have come into play. Plus, if it was "pore clogging" it would have done so immediately and would have continued until I stopped using it, which was not the case. 3) It didn't give much color or the impression of a tan after continued use. This one is a draw. My results were indeed barely noticeable after 3 daily applications, in comparison the Jergens gradual face tanning lotion (an old standby) gives far more color after 3 applications. To be fair, I did purchase the "light" version of the product. I have since tried the dark version with dramatically better results and find myself purchasing it over other options on a regular basis. My suggestion to anyone who may not be sure on which to get is to skip the "light" version and go straight to the "medium", which is more noticeable but not very dark. I have somewhat fair skin and settled on the "dark" version, just to give some kind of reference. So, in reality, this was just a product version mismatch with my needs, which could be avoided if there were better examples, like a side-by-side-by-side comparison to illustrate expectations for each of the light, medium and dark options. I am adjusting my rating up to 4 stars. I can't give 5 because it is just too light in color. But that is my opinion. There might be some of you who are looking for a decent quality self tanning spray that is a suggestion of a tan and not the impression of one. To note - I have since become fond of several of the Tanologist products and feel it is a sorely needed option in the market that is both quality and affordable. I recommend this tanning spray in the "dark" version and a Special mention to the Hydrating Daily Glow Body Lotion- Medium/Dark. It has become my preferred gradual self tanning lotion. It doesn't smell bad (even after a few hours/next day), it truly is hydrating, it's not heavy feeling (like the Jergens gradual is), it doesn't streak, and it gives just a little-bit more color than the other gradual tanning lotions (compared to the Jergens gradual for a common reference point). *I'm not picking on Jergens, I've been a big fan of their gradual face and body gradual tanning lotions for years and I still am, it's just that Tanologist products have edged in as my first choice with Jergens being my old standby.

I wish I would have taken a proper before & after picture. I posted a photo of my arm with no self tanner from a recent photo & my results after using this product. I was not expecting this to be as good as it wound up being. I have used several self tanners over the years and ALWAYS wound up looking awful with streaks everywhere, blotches, etc. I got a professional spray tan once which looked amazing but it was too pricey for me to maintain long term. I randomly saw this stuff as I was scrolling Amazon and bought it on a whim. I was so nervous before using it especially since it's clear and I couldn't see what I was doing. I did two coats and used a tanning mit. I left it on for 4 hours. I was stunned when I looked in the mirror - streak-free, smooth, and a beautiful color. For a "Light" shade, I really got a decent amount of color. This took me literally 5 minutes to apply and I am SO happy with the results. I'll definitely keep buying this!!

The light shade really doesn’t do a whole lot. Best if you are very pale or are looking to be smidge darker with a more natural color. Says it doesn’t have that self tanner smell but it still does. Just not as strong as others. It’ll stain the hell out of your hands. Much worse than other products. I do like that it’s a spray. Quicker to apply than my other self tanners. Doesn’t last as long as other products.

Beautiful. Lasts well nice color. I bought the light im pretty fair. Pleasant scent i rub in with a huge brush.

I bought the "light" shade to add a little color but mainly to even my skin tone. I'm fair with blotchiness...mostly on my entire upper body, especially the chest and neck as well as some spider veins on my legs/ankles. This product accomplished exactly what I was looking for. I'll move up to the "dark" version in the Summer. The spray applicator is easy to use. I've used sunless tanner for many, many years and I'm pretty good at applying it. Even when I use a spray tan booth, I always manage to get an even tan on the wrists, hands, knees, etc. What I CAN'T do is sleep in sunless tanner! I wake up blotchy with discolored palms from resting my hands on my body. This Express Tan only needs to stay on an hour or two before you can rinse it off (no soap that soon though or it stops the tanning process) and it still develops for several hours. As a bonus this product doesn't have that strong DHA smell either. 99% of sunless tanners I've tried always smell like chemicals with my body chemistry a couple of hours after I apply them so I love that this one doesn't. A few tips for novice sunless tanners...bathe right before applying and exfoliate very well and shave if you want, coat yourself in a heavy lotion while still damp and leave it on for half an hour at least (the longer the better) then rinse it off thoroughly (this evens out the skin because the dry areas get hydrated and the rest of the skin gets softened to absorb the product) and then reapply a light coat of lotion to the elbows/knuckles/knees/ankles because dry skin absorbs sunless tanner much faster and deeper than normal skin. You don't need a fancy applicator. I use tight fitting latex gloves. When you tan your wrists, hands and fingers do them last and just pull the gloves down as you apply before removing them inside-out and tossing them. Maintain by using moisturizer or bath oil after showering.

Left my skin orange and blotchy

I'm always sceptical about self tan as it usually smells like burnt caramel and its patchy. This was on Louise Thompson Instagram recently and I could see it worked. I bought a tanning mit as I dont want orange fingers ;) I applied only a few sprays on each section of my body and it's worked really well. I think I'm from the same generation as Casper the ghost as I look like I've been in the wash with a whitening gel... my legs are paler than my white walls. I would definitely recommend and I put it on after my shower in the evening and woke to a glowing tan. Doesn't smell to bad and does have a hint of a burnt caramel smell but hey, I'm nicely tanned so I'll cope with the smell. There are worse smells in the world ;)

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Ho comprato questo prodotto avendo letto buone recensioni, ma ho dovuto ricredermi. Nonostante abbia seguito tutte le indicazioni (esfoliazione + crema idratante prima dell'applicazione) l'abbronzatura bella dura giusto un paio d'ore, poi inizia a diventare a chiazze e a trasferirsi sui vestiti. Due giorni dopo averlo applicato ho notato che il top bianco che indossavi era diventato arancione, in promos sotto le ascelle e poi dietro la schiena, sembra quasi che il colore si stacchi dalla pelle per attaccarsi al tessuto.

Very good self tanning product Leaves you with a very natural tan