It’s officially sun-kissed skin season, and while basking in the sunshine might seem like a quick route to a bronzed look, extended exposure can result in sunburn, skin damage, and premature ageing – not exactly the summer look we’re aiming for. As such, more and more shoppers are turning to fake tan to achieve a safe, sunless glow.
Any tan enthusiast will have had to kiss a few frogs before finding a tan that balances easy application and the perfect shade. There are countless formulas available, but Coco & Eve’s Sunny Honey Bali Bronzing Foam is a favourite among tanners, with one being sold every 20 seconds.
The lightweight, fast-drying tanning foam has garnered a 4.8-star rating from over 4,000 reviewers due to its ability to provide a believable, natural-looking tan in six hours. Unlike other formulas that can veer towards the orange side, Coco & Eve’s foam is formulated with a green-grey base to create a golden, sun-kissed finish – no Oompa Loompa vibes here.
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It also avoids the dreaded biscuit smell often linked with fake tan. Instead, it’s infused with a tropical mango and guava fragrance to make tanning feel like a treat. Available in three shades – medium, dark, and ultra dark – there’s a version to suit every skin tone.
The Bali Bronzing Set is an excellent starting point if you’re fully committed. It includes bronzing foam, a blurring brush for smooth application, and a velvet tanning mitt – and it’s currently discounted to £52 from £58.
This fast drying formula develops in 6+ hours into a natural, even, healthy-looking tan.
The foam in question has garnered some fantastic feedback online. One tan enthusiast reported: “This is the best tan I’ve ever gotten. I’ve been told so many times it looks so flawless. This, plus the face mist, is the greatest combo yet. I won’t go back to any other tan.”
Another added: “I was a bit dubious about this product. Since using the tan lotion, it has come out flawless. It looks natural, it lasts, and it smells great. I couldn’t be happier and would highly recommend it; you won’t be disappointed.”
“I did not get to leave it on as long as I would have liked, but I still felt as if it gave me a healthy glow,” penned a third. “I used it on my face, and I didn’t break out, and it didn’t seem to fall into my pores like some tans do.”
Admittedly, not all feedback was glowing. A less content user commented: “I have used tons of self-tanners, and for some reason, I find this one so blotchy.”
If this feedback concerns you, there are plenty of other false tans to consider. That includes the St.Tropez Self Tan Express Mousse, currently the best-selling fake tan on Amazon. Its results are designed to last all week, leaving a natural-looking, streak-free, and flawless tan.
Otherwise, Bondi Sands Self Tanning Foam has a strong 4.75-star rating on Look Fantastic for “washing off well” and “not streaking.” It’s currently reduced to £14.40 from £17.49.
However, a Coco & Eve enthusiast raved: “This bronzing foam is amazing. The colour is so natural and beautiful, I love it so much. Multiple people asked if I had recently returned from a vacation after applying it.”
So, for those looking to achieve that sun-kissed glow in a single use, Coco & Eve’s top-rated tanner seems to be the perfect pick. Shop it here.
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