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Skinerals Self Tanner Extender Lotion with Natural and Organic Ingredients to Extend Sunless Tan and Moisturize Skin Amber Glow Tan Extender Lotion

Last Updated: July 22, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.4
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
999
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
24
Spam Test
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249.48 grams
WEIGHT
100 meters
SIZE

Review Analysis - 975 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Color
 252
natural, orange, tan, tanner, dark
+92%
-8%
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" ...  Color is natural.  ...  "
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" ...  I have really appreciated this product, i am fair skinned and the color works well for me with just one application.  ...  "
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" ...  It has a great color, and a great smell.  ...  "
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" ...  A beautiful, natural tan, very even and gorgeous color !!!!  ...  "
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" ...  Offers a great color and easy to apply.  ...  "
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" ...  Just a naturally tan color  ...  "
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" ...  No streaking, great color.  ...  "
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" ...  The color is beautiful I have not done two applications in a row for a deeper color yet. ... So far the color after one application has been perfect.  ...  "
Design
 177
orange, natural, skin, tanner, natural looking
+93%
-7%
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" ...  Looks great and not splotchy .  ...  "
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" ...  I get so many compliments on how natural and good it looks!  ...  "
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" ...  Needless to say I was very excited when I heard about an ORGANIC self tanner out there that leaves you with a natural looking beautiful sun kissed tan! ... You guys really know how to make a girl feel beautiful (:  ...  "
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" ...  It smells like a subtle apple scented candle.  ...  "
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" ...  This tanner does look great and I've had many compliments.  ...  "
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" ...  Looks just like a spray tan. ... Perfect glow and looks really natural.  ...  "
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" ...  gave my skin a nice, natural glow, and didn't look orange!  ...  "
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" ...  But I put it on and woke up the next morning, showered, and I did look much tanner. ... Overall, I do recommend this product because it worked and I do look much tanner!  ...  "
Comfort
 166
tanner, tan, lotion, mitt, legs
+74%
-26%
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" ...  This foam product is the best sunless tanner I currently use.  ...  "
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" ...  So Natural looking and not too dark for my skin!  ...  "
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" ...  I also have super sensitive skin and have not had any allergic reactions to it so far.  ...  "
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" ...  Was very easy to use and I love the fact that it didn't make my skin itch the way other sunless bronzers have.  ...  "
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" ...  So this is a bronzer that will stain your hands/whatever surface it touches, but will also very quickly give you a nice natural looking tan.  ...  "
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" ...  It works quicker than most, doesn’t wear off easily but it does stain your hands if that’s how you put it on.  ...  "
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" ...  My skin is very white and I applied a small amount of this product to test on my skin and woww immediately I can see the tan skin.  ...  "
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" ...  I put it on at night and washed my hands 3 times really good and it was still there. ... I'm wearing some dresses this weekend and my legs were glow in the dark white and now they look sun kissed.  ...  "
Ease of Use
 155
easy to use, mitt, apply, tanner, tan
+98%
-2%
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" ...  Firstly, it is a mousse self tanner which I have used before and find it very easy to apply and spread.  ...  "
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" ...  It was easy to apply and lasted for a solid week.  ...  "
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" ...  This is so easy to apply.  ...  "
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" ...  I do still have some streaking but it’s pretty easy to fix, and it’s just because I don’t use it a ton.  ...  "
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" ...  And you don't need to apply much to get results.  ...  "
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" ...  The foam goes on so easy.  ...  "
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" ...  It doesn’t have that typical self tanner smell, is easy to apply using the mitt and doesn’t have the orange tint that many do.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use and I'm not yellow or orange.  ...  "
Cleaning
 109
streaking, tanner, easy to apply, tan, mitt
+76%
-24%
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" ...  No weird smell after applying, and scent of product is nice.  ...  "
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" ...  I love that this product goes on as a foam and it's fairly easy to spot streaks before they set in and you can't do anything about them.  ...  "
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" ...  The scent is nice and doesn't smell like chemicals and the real plus is your skin doesn't feel sticky after application.  ...  "
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" ...  There's no streaks and its easy to apply with the glove.  ...  "
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" ...  I loved the way this had a clean faint smell.  ...  "
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" ...  It was easy to use, the scent was not strong and I did not feel all greasy.  ...  "
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" ...  Goes on easily with no streaks  ...  "
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" ...  Great color, minimal scent and easy to apply with a make up brush.  ...  "
Drying
 79
dries, skin, dries quickly, dried, tanner
+72%
-28%
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" ...  I love that it’s vegan, it smells amazing, and it doesn’t dry out my skin!  ...  "
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" ...  You start to see color almost immediately and it dries super quick.  ...  "
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" ...  Beautiful results, quick drying.  ...  "
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" ...  It dries super fast.  ...  "
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" ...  Really like, works well, dries nice, like the way it is in a pump.  ...  "
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" ...  It lasts 3 days before fading and dries fast during application, so you must apply quickly.  ...  "
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" ...  the tanner did not rub off onto my clothes or sheets, and the color was gorgeous.  ...  "
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" ...  goes on evenly, dries so fast and doesn't feel sticky at all so you can go about your day after the application.  ...  "
Build Quality
 66
tan, skin, tanner, tanners, pale
+61%
-39%
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" ...  I have used it over my entire body 3 times and still have plenty of lotion left.  ...  "
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" ...  I used a thin layer all over my body.  ...  "
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" ...  It looks flawless and like I spend weeks out in the sun, less the sun damage of course!  ...  "
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" ...  I have the whitest legs ever and this is awesome.  ...  "
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" ...  It goes on just fine with rubber exam gloves.  ...  "
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" ...  Ordered a mitt, easily spread onto my body starting with my legs.  ...  "
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" ...  I'm wearing some dresses this weekend and my legs were glow in the dark white and now they look sun kissed.  ...  "
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" ...  I was also looking for a product that I could use both on my body as well as my face without breaking out.  ...  "
Product Reliability
 60
tan, tanner, self tanners, 5 days, tanning
+70%
-30%
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" ...  It every week.  ...  "
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" ...  Works right away, not streaky!  ...  "
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" ...  I use it every 4 days.  ...  "
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" ...  I've been using this sunless tanner for a few weeks now and I'm loving my results.  ...  "
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" ...  Worked for me. ... Lasts a few days.  ...  "
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" ...  I love that it continues to get darker for the next few hours and mine lasted about a week.  ...  "
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" ...  I have used self tanners for years & this is the best I’ve ever tried.  ...  "
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" ...  It has lasted a few months, goes on without streaking, and looks so natural.  ...  "
Water Resistance
 49
wash, washes, tanner, tan, take a shower
+71%
-29%
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" ...  I look like I got a little sun on the Beach.  ...  "
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" ...  Hey soon as I figure out how to make this last longer on the skin through showers this will be the best product on the market .  ...  "
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" ...  Looks kind of muddy going on but beautifully bronzed after showering.  ...  "
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" ...  The next morning I took a shower and when I got out it was gone.  ...  "
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" ...  It even lasted through a few soaks in the tub.  ...  "
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" ...  Left it on over night and when my husband saw my he said did you go to the beach.?  ...  "
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" ...  But, I woke up the next morning and took a shower, and it evened out beautifully. ... It lasted the ENTIRE trip, swimming I. ... The ocean and the pool.  ...  "
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" ...  After first shower the smell does get much better.  ...  "
Price
 41
money, worth every penny, half the price, worth the money, waste your money
+63%
-37%
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" ...  I tried it because of the reviews, price, and cleanliness of the product, and it really lived up to my expectations.  ...  "
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" ...  I like this product and it's great for the price!  ...  "
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" ...  The cheap Jergens stuff works better than this and is half the price.  ...  "
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" ...  Worth every penny!  ...  "
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" ...  I was hesitant about buying it because I normally use St. Tropez but this is half the price and for me, looks way better.  ...  "
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" ...  It kicks Loving Tan's butt and is half the price. ... Save your money and get this one!!!  ...  "
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" ...  Worth every penny!  ...  "
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" ...  This product is one of the best on the market.  ...  "
Marketplace
 26
fake, amazon, picture, thank, thank you skinerals
+77%
-23%
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" ...  Product came quick.  ...  "
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" ...  In the picture you’ll see what my before, right after, and about 10 hours later.  ...  "
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" ...  Thank you for this incredible product!  ...  "
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" ...  I will definately order again.  ...  "
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" ...  I found this product through an Amazon search and gave it a try.  ...  "
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" ...  BTW, I purchased the original California one.  ...  "
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" ...  The before picture was in the evening the night before and the after picture was the next morning.  ...  "
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" ...  This is not only the easiest to use but it truly looks natural( no Orange fake look here!!)  ...  "
Washer Dryer
 23
dry, drying, quick, quickly, dries quickly
+70%
-30%
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" ...  I was amazed how easily it went on and how fast it dries.  ...  "
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" ...  It spreads really easy and dries super fast.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to spread and quick dry.  ...  "
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" ...  Beautiful results, quick drying.  ...  "
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" ...  It dries super fast.  ...  "
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" ...  Works great, dries quickly.  ...  "
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" ...  Dries so fast and smells good!  ...  "
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" ...  It is quick drying and easy to apply.  ...  "
Battery Life
 23
lasts, days, week, long time, long it lasts
+87%
-13%
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" ...  Lasts a few days.  ...  "
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" ...  Lasts a long time.  ...  "
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" ...  It’s also extremely long lasting.  ...  "
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" ...  And it lasts!  ...  "
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" ...  Lasts a long time.  ...  "
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" ...  Give them a toy or something to play with for at least the first few hours.  ...  "
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" ...  It lasts a long time also.  ...  "
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" ...  Today is my first day I'll come back and give a more detailed review on how it lasts!  ...  "
Shave Quality
 20
exfoliate, skin, shaving, exfoliating, went
+90%
-10%
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" ...  I shave and exfoliate, put lotion on feet and knees, and then apply this.  ...  "
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" ...  I have found that not shaving and applying lotion a few times a day is the best way to keep this tan lasting, and it lasts a good week or longer when I do that.  ...  "
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" ...  Shave and exfoliate before, you'll be thankful.  ...  "
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" ...  Be sure to shave first and get the mitt.  ...  "
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" ...  Great for face if you are prone to acne and have sensitive skin.  ...  "
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" ...  Lasts a good three days with rough usage (shower and shave daily here).  ...  "
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" ...  I used a mit to apply it and it went on very smooth!  ...  "
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" ...  I took a bath, shaved my legs and made sure my skin was really clean before applying.  ...  "
Washing
 17
clothes, washing, stain, sheets, color
+53%
-47%
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" ...  It’s so easy to apply and doesn’t stain my clothes.  ...  "
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" ...  I washed them fast and furiously and they got clean after a couple rigorous washes.  ...  "
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" ...  :( Plan to apply, let it sit, and then rinse off before you put on white clothes.  ...  "
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" ...  I haven’t noticed any sort of smell, and it hasn’t stained any clothes or sheets.  ...  "
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" ...  Did not stain my sheets or clothes :) Final thought: Is it possible that this is the perfect self-tanner???  ...  "
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" ...  I used the exfoliating body wash and exfoliating glove from the same product line.  ...  "
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" ...  This allowed me to put clothes on almost immediately with no transfer and the smell is quite faint but pretty nice! ... I like it especially mixed in with my dove body wash.  ...  "
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" ...  Or sleeping without washing my face.  ...  "
Setup
 17
easy to apply, directions, followed, mitt, follow
+88%
-12%
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" ...  Follow detailed instructions and you won't be sorry.  ...  "
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" ...  With that said, coverage is decent and darker than I thought but even and easy to apply.  ...  "
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" ...  Make sure you follow the directions of No shower 8hrs after application.  ...  "
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" ...  I've found that it goes on without streaking if the directions are followed.  ...  "
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" ...  The color was great and I had no issues - make sure you follow the instructions.  ...  "
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" ...  This product goes on so smoothly and is very easy to apply rather than other tanners I have used in the past.  ...  "
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" ...  The instructions are very clear on this fact.  ...  "
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" ...  It was not hard to apply but I highly recommend the mitt, and follow directions.  ...  "
For Travel
 17
trip, tan, beach, sun, bottle
+76%
-24%
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" ...  The product color was great, even the length the color stayed on my legs while on vacation was good.  ...  "
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" ...  It’s definitely a chore to make sure you apply a couple days before your trip.  ...  "
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" ...  I love this stuff and take it with me whenever I travel. ... I am in the process of packing for a trip. ... Had it been in my suitcase, it could have been catastrophic, so grateful this happened before I left on my trip.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought this because I was going on a last minute vacation and don’t want to look like a snowman on the beach.  ...  "
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" ...  I am taking a last minute trip to FL in a week, and I after reading numerous reviews for this product, I decided to give it a try.  ...  "
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" ...  great on my vacation one application lasted almost a week.  ...  "
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" ...  I take this stuff on vacation with me because I like the ocean and pool and I re apply about every 3rd day at night a couple of hours before bed.  ...  "
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" ...  I get compliments all the time on my tan they keep asking me where I went on vacation.  ...  "
Storage
 17
bottles, tan, full, pump, liquid
+76%
-24%
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" ...  The price of a spray tan without the risk and a large bottle of product that will go very far.  ...  "
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" ...  I've probably got 6 uses out of the full size bottle and I think there is enough for one more.  ...  "
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" ...  Generous size bottle.  ...  "
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" ...  I usually use St. Tropez or Loving Tan and for the same size bottle I would be paying double the price.  ...  "
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" ...  I have tried very expensive brand name products as well as grocery store products.  ...  "
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" ...  This time I purchased a full size bottle of there extra dark formula and I absolutely love it.  ...  "
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" ...  bottle will last a while.  ...  "
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" ...  I’ve tried multiple brands of other tanners, and really loved a popular one that comes in a blue bottle.  ...  "
Returns
 11
return, back, wish, skinerals, sent
+27%
-73%
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" ...  I sent it back to Amazon.  ...  "
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" ...  Very streaky and I've been waiting on my refund for 4weeks now.  ...  "
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" ...  Wish I could get my money back.  ...  "
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" ...  Wish I could return.  ...  "
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" ...  I broke out in a rash that was awful.  ...  "
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" ...  I am returning  ...  "
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" ...  Didn’t even know how to return it in this condition. ... Just threw it away because it was likely a used/returned product  ...  "
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" ...  Tried it twice.  ...  "
Fit
 11
apply, tan, legs, arms, vent
+36%
-64%
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" ...  It’s leaving blotches and won’t tan my inner arms, it’s crazy.  ...  "
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" ...  Tried it on a large spot on my thigh, before committing to put on arms and legs .  ...  "
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" ...  I like a golden tan, so this did not fit the bill.  ...  "
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" ...  When I woke up I was shocked to discover my legs looked polk dotted.  ...  "
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" ...  I find the foam ones more difficult to apply and are more streaky and that was my issue with this product.  ...  "
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" ...  To apply on face, pump foam onto mitt and add a pea size drop of moisturizer on top of it, then apply.  ...  "
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" ...  It doesn't hold in moisture very well.  ...  "
Network
 10
even, mitt, bought, also, legs
+90%
-10%
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" ...  The coverage is also not as even without using a mitt.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy pump application and great coverage.  ...  "
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" ...  It's best to start with your legs and move onto the tough to reach spots, moving onto your arms and finally "fading" your feet and hands at the end.  ...  "
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" ...  In terms of coverage, I noticed a few places that looked lighter on my legs and reapplied to those areas.  ...  "
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" ...  I also bought the extender lotion, and I like it.  ...  "
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" ...  It takes more than one time to get the coverage perfect in every area, so I will be reapplying over the next 2-3 days until it's even, and then I'll be able to maintain it as desired.  ...  "
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" ...  With that said, coverage is decent and darker than I thought but even and easy to apply. ... Great and easy coverage, smelly tanned bod.  ...  "
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" ...  Even coverage when you use a mitt, (bought seperately)  ...  "
Overall performance
 9
fast, went, product, job, much
+100%
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" ...  I have to do this review now cause it's just that good a product and if you got plans and want the perfect fast tan, this is it!  ...  "
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" ...  Much faster results that last much longer.  ...  "
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" ...  I liked how it went on smooth.  ...  "
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" ...  Does the job  ...  "
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" ...  Very smooth application.  ...  "
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" ...  Went on smooth.  ...  "
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" ...  So far, this product has done the job!  ...  "
Food Items
 9
smell, like, syrup, smells, reviews
+100%
comment
" ...  I researched this product and was happy about the safer ingredients (vegan & made in US).  ...  "
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" ...  The scent smells vanilla-brown sugar-ish.  ...  "
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" ...  best part is the natural ingredients!  ...  "
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" ...  Hey, I'm an esthetician and I really care about ingredients. ... I love the ingredients in this product.  ...  "
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" ...  Great ingredients as well.  ...  "
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" ...  I was never pleased with the ingredients and searched for one without titanium in it.  ...  "
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" ...  It spreads evenly with a mitten.  ...  "
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" ...  If you notice a steak or a missed spot, just reapply to that area as it blends well.  ...  "
Baking
 9
bake, used fake bake, skin, fake, tanner
+78%
-22%
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" ...  I've used fake bake which is good but this beats it!, I've use BE Beauty by earth and this beats that!  ...  "
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" ...  I've used every self tanner there is and this is my favorite, it's even better than Fake Bake!  ...  "
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" ...  I exfoliate using good ol' Arm & Hammer Baking Soda - it's safe and gentle.  ...  "
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" ...  Not only was this the best one but it surpassed the results of fake bake.  ...  "
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" ...  I have always used Fake Bake tanning and it’s been hard for a change but I’m so happy I did SKINERALS is AMAZING ❤️ It smells amazing and my skin is soft and very tan.  ...  "
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" ...  As an old lady, make-up cakes in the wrinkles, but a nice light tan just makes me look healthy.  ...  "
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" ...  I have used St. Tropez (my prior favorite), Bondi Sands, Fake n’ bake and a few others.  ...  "
Original Product
 8
look, tell, orange, many, tanning
+38%
-63%
comment
" ...  It looked fake.  ...  "
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" ...  It did not look fake.  ...  "
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" ...  Does not have QR CODE or when you go to website, it’s not genuine product.  ...  "
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" ...  This had so many raving reviews, which I now understand are probably fake.  ...  "
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" ...  The only issue I have with it is that it does come off on my sheets but I have yet to find a fake tanner that doesn’t.  ...  "
For Running
 7
tan, stays
+71%
-29%
comment
" ...  It stays for a week even after her workouts.  ...  "
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" ...  Love, will definitely purchase again (this brand) when I run out.  ...  "
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" ...  I chose to self tan due to skin cancer running heavily in my family and plus I don't have time to lay out.  ...  "
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" ...  Stays on good make sure you run evenly  ...  "
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" ...  I went to the gym as well and the color stayed after sweating for an hour.  ...  "
Software Platform
 7
update, first, error, applications, user
+57%
-43%
comment
" ...  I did and don't know if that has been the reason application has been flawless.  ...  "
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" ...  First application and went on very nice. ... Update: 3 applications later and lovin' it!  ...  "
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" ...  3 applications & I can’t believe the difference.  ...  "
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" ...  Perhaps I didn't shake it well enough during the first applications.  ...  "
Wash Programs
 6
color, washing, clothes, cloth, rinse
+50%
-50%
comment
" ...  did not work with wash cloth .  ...  "
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" ...  After you wash it off the first time, there is no noticeable scent.  ...  "
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" ...  I have even tried just washing with soap on my hand instead of a loofah or wash cloth, to prevent scrubbing off any of the color, but that hasn't helped.  ...  "
Blend Quality
 6
well, mitt, skin, missed, legs
+100%
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" ...  Be sure to use a mitt and blend well.  ...  "
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" ...  it blends in great, especially on the face.  ...  "
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" ...  I highly recommend the mit because it blends everything smoothly.  ...  "
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" ...  If you notice a steak or a missed spot, just reapply to that area as it blends well.  ...  "
Capacity
 5
legs, bottle
+60%
-40%
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" ...  It's best to start with your legs and move onto the tough to reach spots, moving onto your arms and finally "fading" your feet and hands at the end.  ...  "
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" ...  Will definitely buy again and recommend to family and friends.  ...  "
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" ...  I apply on a weekend when I'll be around the house.  ...  "
Hair
 5
tan, skin, tanning, one, dark
+60%
-40%
comment
" ...  Im a male using product, for me after exfoliating and keeping body hair trimmed, it does a pretty good job, just make sure you don't leave blotches or else it will stay more dark in that spot, it does have a tanning lotion smell to it and smell will be on your clothes, but after first shower after application, smell lightens mostly, Tan looks great and lasts for me about 6 days!  ...  "
comment
" ...  Not at all overwhelming or noticeable unless you have your nose right on your skin lol.  ...  "
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" ...  I have brown hair and tan very easily when in the sun.  ...  "
Picture Quality
 4
time, take, 2nd, 2, color
+100%
comment
" ...  You get immediate color, the 2nd picture, and then it continues developing for a couple hours.  ...  "
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" ...  The 2nd picture is taken within 5 minutes of applying.  ...  "
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" ...  Picture is after 2 applications.  ...  "
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" ...  This picture is just 2 pumps.  ...  "
Size
 4
little, time, one, plastic, orange
+75%
-25%
comment
" ...  I love this stuff and take it with me whenever I travel.  ...  "
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" ...  The little tiny mini mitt that comes with the larger one is perfect for this.  ...  "
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" ...  the product is lightweight and blends easily.  ...  "
Coffee
 3
smell
+100%
comment
" ...  I thought when I got really close to my legs (that's all I tanned) that it reminded me of the smell of a coffee drink but couldn't place it exactly - maybe coconut?  ...  "
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" ...  Kind of a light coffee scent versus the telltale chemical smell of the spray.  ...  "
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" ...  reminds me of cocoa butter and coffee.  ...  "
Print Quality
 3
white, sheets, color
+100%
comment
" ...  No streaks, fades away without blotches  ...  "
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" ...  No streaks & good color payoff.  ...  "
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" ...  I was a brave soul and jumped into my white sheets about 30 minutes after application and the sheets are still white!  ...  "
Mouse
 3
using, mit, love
+100%
comment
" ...  This was my first time using a mouse self tanner and a mit.  ...  "
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" ...  It is a mouse-y texture and applies evenly using the mit.  ...  "
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" ...  Love the leight weight feeling of the mouse and the color is natural and not orange, but it does a an odor, unlike fake bake.  ...  "
Band
 3
dress, wear, color, shower, legs
+100%
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" ...  I had a few events that I needed to wear a dress for and it was great!  ...  "
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" ...  Great just don’t wear light color dress after you applied it on your body.  ...  "
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" ...  After about 12 hours I can shower and he bronzer wears off, but a beautiful natural color is left behind.  ...  "

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Body
Weight:  249.48 grams
Size:  100 meters
249.48 grams
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100 meters
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