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Fake Bake Original Self Tanning Lotion Lasting Natural Looking Self Tanner For All Skin Tones Women & Men - Streak Free, Flawless Sunless Glow Includes Gloves For Easy Application - 6 oz
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Item Form | Lotion |
Skin Type | All |
Material Type Free | Paraben Free |
Brand | Fake Bake |
Product Benefits | Clean,Long-lasting |
About this item
- GET YOUR BRONZER ON - Achieve a deeper, darker tan that lasts up to 50% longer with easy to apply patented triple tan formula that develops in 6-8 hours for a long-lasting beautiful, coco paradise glow.
- TANNED TO PERFECTION WITHOUT THE SUN - Built-in color guide so you can see where it's going from back to legs, ensuring solid application; includes mitt and gloves to assist with your bronzing.
- NATURALLY WORKS WITH EVERY TONE - Our products work for everyone, whether your tone is fair, medium or dark our ingredients work to enhance your skin’s unique pigment.
- WHOLE BODY TAN WHILE YOU SLEEP - Best if applied in the evening before bed allowing your tan to develop overnight; color stays completely natural leaving your bod a luxe bronze, never orange.
- CLEAN BEAUTY SOLUTION - Our tanners are formulated with natural skin loving ingredients that are paraben free, vegan friendly and made with naturally derived DHA, Erythrulose and DMI; never tested on animals.
Additional Details
- Fake Bake Original Self-Tanning Lotion with Body Mate Self-Tanning ApplicatorThis bundle contains 2 items
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Safe tanning without the harmful effects of the sun...formulas that work on every tone
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We made Fake Bake because we believe that you shouldn't have to sacrifice the health of your skin to get a natural, gorgeous tan. In fact, we think you shouldn't have to apply harsh chemicals to your skin to get a great tan either. Our self-tanning formulas work with every skin tone and type, women or men, so everyone can feel good about enhancing their natural beauty with skin-loving blends.
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How does it work?
We use natural tanning agents, Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) boosted by DMI and Erythulose, that work with your own unique skin tone to produce a darker pigmentation. By enhancing your skin's own pigments, Fake Bake will give you a natural-looking tan that lasts longer.
How do I get the best results?
Before tanning, clean, exfoliate, and prep your skin. Our built-in color guide shows you where you're applying the product on your skin for a perfectly even tan, every time.
What makes our products unique?
Vegan friendly, paraben free, DMDM Hydantoin free formulas, never tested on animals.
Product Description
Original Self-Tanning Lotion for Face & Body | Flawless Darker Self-Tanning Liquid for Face & Body | Flawless Mousse for Face & Body | Airbrush Spray Tanner for Face & Body | Tanning Water for Face & Body | Flawless Tanning Liquid for Face & Body | |
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Best Results? | 4-6 Hours - Product can be left on up to 8 hours for optimal results | 4-6 Hours - Product can be left on up to 8 hours for optimal results | 4-6 Hours - Product can be left on up to 8 hours for optimal results | 4-6 Hours - Product can be left on up to 8 hours for optimal results | 4-6 Hours - Product can be left on up to 8 hours for optimal results | 4-6 Hours - Product can be left on up to 8 hours for optimal results |
Type? | Lotion | Liquid Spray | Foam/Mousse | Aerosol Spray | Foam/Mousse | Liquid Spray |
Mitt Included? | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Cruelty-Free | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Medium/Dark Skin Tones | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Light/Medium Tones | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Built-In Color Guide | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Hydrating for Dry Skin | ✓ | ✓ |
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 9.84 x 2.36 x 2.76 inches; 1.2 ounces
- Manufacturer recommended age : 18 months - 8 years
- Item model number : AD222
- Department : womens
- UPC : 856175000501
- Manufacturer : Fake Bake
- ASIN : B001183N8G
- Best Sellers Rank: #31,859 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care)
- #22 in Body Bronzers
- #206 in Self-Tanners
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weight | 34.02 grams | 0.53 pounds | 30 milligrams | 0.13 pounds | 8 ounces | 13.5 ounces |
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ingredients | Deionized Water, Dihydroxyacetone, Ethoxydiglycol, Caprylic/Capric Trigluceride, Octyl Palmitate, Propylene Glycol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dicaprylyl Maleate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Erythrulose, Glucosamine, Chondroitin, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, PPG-5 Ceteth-10 Phosphate, Aloe Vera, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 80, PVP, Eicosene Copolymer, Dimethicone, Diazolidinyl Urea, Panthenol, Fragrance, Methylparaben, Trisodium Deta, Propylparaben, Red 40 (Cl 16035), Yellow 6 (Cl 15985), Blue 1 (Cl 42090), Yellow 5 (Cl 19140) | Water (Aqua), SD Alcohol 40-B, Dihydroxyacetone, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Polysorbate 80, Erythrulose, Tetrasodium EDTA, Fragrance (Parfum), Blue 1 (C 42090), Yellow 5 (19140), Red 40 (CI 16035), Coumarin | *Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Dihydroxyacetone, *Glycerin (Vegetable), Erythrulose, *Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, *Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Squalane, *Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, *Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, *Calendula Officinalis (Marigold) Flower Extract, *Camellia Sinesis (Green Tea) Flower Extract, *Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract, *Vanilla Tahitensis (Vanilla) Fruit Extract, Propanediol, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate - *Certified Organic Ingredients | Water, Canola Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cereareth-20, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Triethanolamine, Aroma, Carbomer, Tocopheryl Acetate (vit E), Ascorbic Acid (vit C), Retinyl Palmitate (vit A), Propylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Rosa Canina Flower Extract, Foeniculum Vulgare (fennel) extract, Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Extract, Salvia Officinalis (sage) leaf extract, | Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 7.5%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene 5%, Water/Aqua/Eau, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Caramel, Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Dimethicone, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Sodium Hydroxide, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Propylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Oleate, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) Fruit Extract, Fragrance (Parfum), Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin | Water/Aqua/Eau, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract,Propanediol,Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil,Parfum,Cyclopentasiloxane,Isopropyl Myristate,Cetyl Alcohol,Glyceryl Stearate,Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer,Panthenol,Cocos Nucifera Oil,Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter,Glycerin,Fucus Vesiculosus Extract,Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract,Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract,Vitex Agnus Castus Extract,Tyrosine,Oleoyl Tyrosine,Acetyl Tyrosine,Potassium Caproyl Tyrosine,Maltodextrin,Mucuna Pruriens Seed Extract,Musa Sapientum Fruit Extract,Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice,Tocopherol,Ascorbic Acid,Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer,Oleic Acid,Butylene Glycol,Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein,Adenosine Triphosphate,Coco-Glucoside,Caprylyl Glycol,Alcohol,Glaucine,Polysorbate 80,Citronellyl Methylcrotonate,Diazolidinyl Urea,Methylparaben,Propylparaben,Propylene Glycol,Citral,Citronellol,Hexyl Cinnamal,Linalool |
material feature | Natural | Natural | Cruelty Free, Vegan, Natural | Natural | Cruelty Free, Vegan, Gluten Free, Antioxidant | Natural |
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This product does not contain a sunscreen and does not protect against sunburn. Patch test for sensitive skin.
Ingredients
Deionized Water, Dihydroxyacetone, Ethoxydiglycol, Caprylic/Capric Trigluceride, Octyl Palmitate, Propylene Glycol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dicaprylyl Maleate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Erythrulose, Glucosamine, Chondroitin, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, PPG-5 Ceteth-10 Phosphate, Aloe Vera, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 80, PVP, Eicosene Copolymer, Dimethicone, Diazolidinyl Urea, Panthenol, Fragrance, Methylparaben, Trisodium Deta, Propylparaben, Red 40 (Cl 16035), Yellow 6 (Cl 15985), Blue 1 (Cl 42090), Yellow 5 (Cl 19140)
Directions
ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES. Use small amounts and apply on clean skin. Lightly glaze over hands and feet, bending elbows and knees when applying. Allow to dry before going to bed. Can be used on face. Can be applied several nights in a row to achieve desired tan. Apply only once a week, however, you determine if more applications are necessary for deeper tan. If you have dry skin, moisturize before applying tanning product for a longer-lasting smooth tone for your newly tanned skin.
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Customers like the color, performance and tanning of the product. They mention that it gives a beautiful tan without the orange look so common to other, that it works really well along tanning and that the application is flawless. That said, opinions are mixed on the smell, ease of use, streaking, durability, and dryness.
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Customers like the color of the tanning lotion. They say it gives a beautiful tan without the orange look so common to other brands. The color is a natural-looking, golden brown ta, and is not too dark. Customers also appreciate that the product is easy to apply and saves them time. They mention that the color is perfect for their skin tone and gives them a gorgeous natural glow.
"...Fake Bake is AWESOME and will give you an authentic looking tan, but you have to follow the instructions carefully and be patient...." Read more
"...a self tanner that makes your skin feel good and, of course, gives you a fantastic tan that lasts several days. Therefore - 5!" Read more
"...they could create a lotion that not only makes you tan but keeps you tan w/o reapplying and coming completely off at your pool party but I think it..." Read more
"...I have it on right now, and the color is so dark compared to what my natural color is. I almost wish I didn't have to wash off the color guide!..." Read more
Customers like the performance of the tanning lotion. For example, they mention it works well, has a weird smell, and is easy to apply. Some customers also say that the color is unbelievably good and produces a nice bronzy even tan. Overall, most customers are satisfied with the performance and recommend it to others.
"...haven't tried it without it, but I will note that I have had no issues on those areas, except for my hands (which I'll get to later)...." Read more
"...I love this product over all the others that I have tried, it is AMAZING!" Read more
"...It's super easy and I LOVE the results every time. Even in pictures it looks natural. I'll never use another product again...." Read more
"...brings out my green eyes, hides dark circles... its just perfect...." Read more
Customers like the tangles. They say it is the best self tanning product they have ever used, it evens out the skin tone, and rubs off dead skin cells. It is a great product for pale, hard to tan skin, and it does not rub off on clothes or sheets. It's a time saver and it keeps them out of the sun.
"...It really rubs off the dead skin cells and I love the aloe vera in it. The smell is also awesome! When you exfoliate, take your time...." Read more
"...I do this to control the color and it is very even on my face with no blotching...." Read more
"...for a little over a month now and can honestly say, it's the best self-tanning lotion I have ever used...." Read more
"...5. If the color guide looks streaky, the end tan is going to look streaky! Common sense, right?..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the smell of the product. Some mention that the smell is awesome, while others say that it smells pretty bad.
"...Because of the patches and its terrible smell/look, I would normally give a product a 4 (since a 5 is perfect)...." Read more
"...The smell is also awesome! When you exfoliate, take your time. Use small, circular motions with a loofah, brush, or gloves...." Read more
"...If you wash it off well enough, it should be gone though. It also smells pretty bad. There isn't even a nice smell when you apply it...." Read more
"...The smell isn't too bad. I haven't really used any lotions that don't have a slight odor. This one isn't awful though...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the lotion. Some mention that it's easier to apply and makes no mess, while others say that the application was rather tedious and time-consuming.
"...It does not dry as fast as the others, but that makes it easier for you to work and blend in if there is a missed spot...." Read more
"...I'm just so impressed with how easy this is to use.A few tips that I've noticed really help with the application are:1...." Read more
"...While it sounds time-consuming and sort of annoying - trust me, it'll just become ritual after awhile, and you'll look and feel great!" Read more
"...I loved it at first. It was easy to apply, gave a nice brown color and seemed to last for the week if I did two applications...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the streaking of the product. Some mention that it has no streaks and no patchy spots, while others say that it was streaky and it stain any bedding. It washes off your skin easily and makes your skin tone orange. Some customers also mention that the product looks dirty after the application and leaves white spots.
"...This is, by far, the easiest to apply with NO streaking and is easy to get even. I have tried several other types and this is the BEST!..." Read more
"...It was streaky and I had to wear a lot of bracelets to cover it up. So, I developed a little strategy over time that has worked ever since...." Read more
"Very drying but no streaks and the color is good." Read more
"...Because of the dye, my skin looked dirty after the application...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the durability of the tanning lotion. Some mention that it lasts a while, while others say that it wears off quickly. The product has a short shelf life and the gloves fell apart after a few weeks.
"...The bottle only gives about 3 uses and that's if your conservative, at least for me. This is where being a guy becomes important...." Read more
"...I applied a little bit more than night, and the tan lasted for about 9 days. Not too shabby. Once you get into a ritual, it's easy...." Read more
"...Some kind of burning plastic? In addition, the tube doesn’t last long at all. But since it’s trash, I guess that’s a good thing...." Read more
"...It lasts longer than other self-tanners (such as L'Oreal's)...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the dryness of the tanning lotion. Some mention that the tan is immediate and drys quickly, while others say that it does not dry as fast as the others, but that makes it easier for you to apply it. Some customers say that the lotion stays too wet on their skin, and it takes hours to soak in. Overall, the opinions are mixed, and the product is a tad on the runny side.
"...or back of the knee use some body powder. It really helps to keep it dry as the color is developing." Read more
"...I have tried several other types and this is the BEST! It does not dry as fast as the others, but that makes it easier for you to work and blend in..." Read more
"Very drying but no streaks and the color is good." Read more
"...It takes awhile to dry, it defineitly will get on your white sheets and clohtes, but don't worry it doesn't stain...." Read more
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I am naturally really pale. Some people have called me the most pale person ever (not exactly true - Nicole Kidman is way more pale than me), but I have been on a fitness craze lately, and wanted to get extra fit and tan. The last time I tried to use self tanning lotion was when I was like 12 years old by buying some stuff at the drug store, and I messed up royally. I had orange splotches all over me and it was a nightmare.
#1 rule - patience! You just can't rush this. If you do, you WILL turn out splotchy. Probably not orange, but you will look funny. Fake Bake is AWESOME and will give you an authentic looking tan, but you have to follow the instructions carefully and be patient.
First, exfoliate. I highly recommend Fake Bake Body Polish . I used this the second time around, and I felt like it was way more effective than the original exfoliator I had from the drug store. It really rubs off the dead skin cells and I love the aloe vera in it. The smell is also awesome! When you exfoliate, take your time. Use small, circular motions with a loofah, brush, or gloves. I prefer a brush.
After you exfoliate and are all clean and ready to tan, you can either a) apply some lotion and rest for about thirty minutes before starting, or b) start applying Fake Bake right away. I've tried both methods, and personally prefer just putting it on right away.
I actually received Fake Bake Skin Smoothie by mistake, and decided what the heck, might as well use it. You're supposed to spray it on the "difficult" areas, like your hands, feet, elbows, and knees, and then towel dry. Somehow, this is supposed to make it easier to keep the lotion applied evenly in those places. I haven't tried it without it, but I will note that I have had no issues on those areas, except for my hands (which I'll get to later).
I would recommend (and so does Fake Bake) putting this on at night shortly before bed. Wear dark clothes and try to lie down on dark sheets. It will stain everything you touch, but it comes out. It takes about 4-6 hours to totally soak in, and it's most effective when your body is resting and inactive. In the morning, you can just take a shower and go on your business.
Before you starting fake baking yourself, make sure to pull your hair up and put on the gloves they sent you. The lotion comes out DARK. Don't worry, it won't be so ridiculously dark in the morning. If you want to be really tan, apply more than you think you should apply. Be generous with it! Rub in small, circular motions like you would if exfoliating, and rub it in WELL. That's what the color guide is for. Rub in each area for about twenty seconds, and then rub it in a little bit more. It should be rubbed in very well so that it's not streaky in the morning.
HOW LONG WILL ONE BOTTLE LAST? I really wanted the answer to this question before purchasing, and couldn't find it. So, here's my opinion. The first time I covered my entire body, and maybe a little more than 50% was gone. The second and third night I focused on only my legs, feet, chest, face, arms, and hands, and there is still a bit left in the bottle. If you're trying to cut costs by using as little as possible, do this by only applying it to "visible" areas, unless you have a real reason not to.
After the first night, I woke up and took a shower. I definitely had more of a tan, but it was slight. No one really noticed. I did it again the second night (but only on those "key" areas), and the next day I went to school and got a ton of comments like, "Did you go to Hawaii or something over the weekend??" One person was shocked that it was from out of a bottle, and said it looked really natural. I was so excited! I applied a little bit more than night, and the tan lasted for about 9 days. Not too shabby. Once you get into a ritual, it's easy.
I had some issues though, considering I'm a klutz and not super coordinated. I had a REALLY difficult time with my wrists and hands. Since they stress the importance of using gloves and their only hint at applying to your hands is "streak lightly," I looked kind of stupid the first day. It was streaky and I had to wear a lot of bracelets to cover it up. So, I developed a little strategy over time that has worked ever since. Once I'm finished and ready for my hands, I take off the gloves and put maybe a quarter size of Fake Bake on my right palm and rub it all over my hands and wrists. Watch out for the wrists too - rub them generously and well! If I accidentally use too much, I just rub it up further on my arms. I let it sit like that for a few minutes before lightly rinsing off my hands and scrubbing my palms so that it doesn't look like shoe shine. That has worked for me ever since. This can also be applied to your feet.
Anyway, I now love looking like the native Floridian that I am! This is a cheap, effective, easy alternative to getting a spray tan. While it sounds time-consuming and sort of annoying - trust me, it'll just become ritual after awhile, and you'll look and feel great!
The tanner comes with an instruction booklet and gloves (and a little tray, but I don't know what that's for). If you are going to reuse these gloves, they will stretch, so it is a good idea to have an extra pair. As long as these are thin, comfortable-to-work-in gloves, they should work fine. The ones in the package are nitrile, but I used vinyl ones once the first pair stretched too much.
When I first opened the bottle and squeezed a little bit of the lotion out, I thought I had a fake product, because it smelled to me like something someone would use in construction. It looked even worse. Despite this initial bewilderment, I went ahead and spread the product on my body. The dye allows you to see where you have applied the lotion and to help you spread it. It was very easy to spread (I used circular motions) and absorbed very well. Because of the dye, my skin looked dirty after the application. It is best to apply this lotion when you will not be doing anything involving water or sweat, as this will wash off the lotion before it has time to work with your skin. I sat at a computer for 30 minutes to let the lotion absorb, then put on pyjamas and went to bed. The dye in the lotion will rub off on your clothes, but it washes off without a problem. In the morning (I looked very strange) all of the dye came off in the shower and I came out and looked in the mirror. The tan was even, my skin - happy, and I was not a bit orange. The tan looked real.
So yes, this lotion does give you an even, natural-looking tan. It lasts longer than other self-tanners (such as L'Oreal's). I did 2 applications and then did not upkeep for a while, which led to several spots on my body becoming patchy. I decided to apply again. Now - no patches.
Because of the patches and its terrible smell/look, I would normally give a product a 4 (since a 5 is perfect). However, this product is cheap here on Amazon (I ordered from Cosmetic Solutions), so you get a self tanner that makes your skin feel good and, of course, gives you a fantastic tan that lasts several days. Therefore - 5!
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UPSIDES: The color. Hands down the only natural brown self-tanner I have found. You can also see this on most of the comparative swatches online. It's a lot more brown than Xen-Tan, which is really bronze, not olive. A little goes a very long way, so you don't need to glob this on. A light coat does the trick.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS GOES ON FAST. Like really fast. Basically the minute you put it on your skin, it colors it - though you still need to wait the 8 hours for the color to really sink in and last. How much you actually put on seems to make no difference, a light coat and a heavy coat will get the same results. If you want a darker tan, you need to apply a separate second coat the next day. There is no problem with streaking, but you should apply carefully, because you can inadvertently apply this to a part of your body that's hard to scrub off (hands, feet, etc.)
APPLICATION: I highly recommend getting the Xen-Tan mitt instead of the Fake Bake mitt with this, because the Fake Bake mitt soaks right through and it's a pain to get the color scrubbed off your hands (baking soda helps). For the hands and feet and face, I recommend using a facial makeup sponge, like one of those eggs you can get in Sephora, soaking it with water, and then applying to feet/hands/face in an "ombre" fashion (if you want to look natural, of course.) For the back, I recommend getting the Tanning by ModelCo Self-Tan Back Applicator, it works really well and is good quality.
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