If you are like most women, you’re probably afraid to try sunless tanning. Why? Fear. Plain and simple! No one wants to look like a streaky, orange oompa loompa.

There is nothing worse than a faux tan that looks fake! This kept me from using sunless tanner for years. I gave it a fair try half a dozen times and was left very unhappy with the results and wearing maxi dresses for a week, waiting for the color to fade. Not how I want to spend my summer!

Fear no more ladies. Not only are there much better sunless tanning products on the market now but I discovered this nifty little products called The Bronze Buffer.

The Bronze Buffer takes the stress out of faux tanning by giving you the power to refine results—even after color has developed—leaving you with a flawless, natural looking golden glow. With the Bronze Buffer, the days of waiting for a bad self-tan to fade are over.

Bronze Buffer is a soft cushiony sponge with no added ingredients or chemicals. With just a little water, Bronze Buffer’s gentle abrasion removes unwanted self-tanner on the uppermost layers of skin. From streaks to application mishaps to color buildup, Bronze Buffer will leave you with a flawless finish. Use it on specific trouble spots like elbows and knees or all over to tone down a too-dark tan, and the “points” are ideal for small areas like between the fingers and toes.

• Evens out streaks
• Eliminates stained palms
• Removes buildup on knees and ankles
• Lightens too-dark color
• Gets between fingers and toes
• Removes deodorant from clothing when used dry

Price: 2 sponges/$10
Availability: www.bronzebuffer.com

Tanning Tip: You may have to try a few self-tanners before you find the one that works best with your skin’s unique tone and pH.

Sunless Tanners On Our Radar

Brazilian Bronze is said to be the best self tan mousse on the market right now and according to the numerous reviews I’ve read, I would say it probably is! Click here to purchase online today! ($39.95)

Check out Vani-T’s complete line of celebrity-worthy and highly acclaimed products here.

Celebs like Brittany Snow, Catt Sadler, Louise Roe and Nina Dobrev trust the newly reformulated Jergens Natural Glow collection. These a-list insiders all turn to Natural Glow for a red carpet-worthy glow without the downside of sunless tanners, from streaky color to those orangey hues and gross sunless tanner smell. Thanks to an all-new odor-blocking technology, the Jergens collection delivers a natural-looking, healthy tan you need for spring and summer!

Find the Jergens Natural Glow Collection at most retailers like Target, Wal Mart, Walgreens etc and online at Drugstore.com and Ulta.com

And last but not least, my personal favorite is Beautisol. If you are looking for that perfect glow, you should definitely try Beautisol self-tanner. Paraben-free, vegan, and packed with anti-aging ingredients! Available on HSN and www.beautisol.com

Do you use self tanner? Why or why not? We’d love to hear how you get your summer glow!