Most instant tanners generally clog your pores as well, or at least leave a heavy film on your skin. Meaning it’s more inclined to build up and cause skin problems like pimples or ingrown hairs. At least with the gradual tanners they’re not as heavy and hard hitting. They also (more often than not) include many of the anti-aging and firming-like qualities you find is most other moisturisers. So really, you’re hitting a two in one.

Not to mention its easy application process compared to the never ending drama of finding a friend or your partner to do it for you or risk doing it yourself and end up with a botched job.

There’s also the added fact that typically speaking gradual tanners, if not always, have a more natural and light scent. Meaning that when you go out, you won’t have people smelling you before they see you – always a plus!

And even though I’m sure there are arguments for the use of a spray or mousse but least you know where we stand and what we recommend.

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