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Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel

What it is:A self-tanning gel to bring out healthy color in the skin.What it is formulated to do:This lightweight and non-oily gel promotes a natural, golden tan for face and body without sun exposure. It's instantly absorbed, so there's no need to wait before dressing, with results in just two hours. Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel is ideal for those who wish to maintain a year-round tanned appearance.

Average Rating: 4.14 of 5 4.1 out of 5

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debbee7
location Idaho
Skin Type Combination
Skin Tone Light
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
~*~A Year Round~Healthy Looking Tan~*~ - 11.17.09
Quick Take: easy to use, great fresh smell, not orange, doesn't transfer to clothing, natural looking tan, excellent product!

With Beautiful Results, I've used Clarins Instant Tanning Gel for 3 Years...
Clarins is Good for Your Skin. It's an Excellent Product.

This Tanning Gel goes a long way.
During the Summer I start off using this body gel 3 times a week. Once I get to the level of color I like;
I maintain a Healthly looking tan by applying it twice weekly.

The Winter is a bit different. Moving from CA to Idaho snow, I'll use this a few times a month. Just for a healthy glow.

I have a light peach tone to my skin, and Clarin's Medium Tanning Gel works perfectly.
The results are fabulous after just one use. The 2nd application your tan is awesomely deepened.

I use Clarin's Liquid Bronze for my face. It's another excellent product in their Face care line.

I've had no problems with application, or streaking. Just smooth Tanned Skin.
As soon as the Gel dries, you can get into anything you want, even white. This doesn't dye your clothes.

Once a week you'll need to use a Body scrub.
This helps exfoliate skin, even your tan, but most importantly;
Using a Body Scrub aides in length of your Clarins Instant Tan.
(Clarin sells one just for this reason)
I've used many self-tanning Lotions & Gels. I've found Clarins to be the best.
"Easy to use" "Great Fresh Smell" "No Streaks" "Not Orange" And "This doesn't Transfer to Clothing"
Clarins is Great for a Deep Natural Looking Tan.
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Nikog23
location Washington, DC
Skin Type Combination
Skin Tone Fair
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Clarins Self Tanner - 11.16.09
Quick Take: fabulous for fair skinned people!

I've been using Clarins self tanning gel for the last 8 years and I love the results I get from it. I've tried other self tanners that my friends have reccommended but I always continue to come back to Clarins. I have very fair skin and the clarins gives me the most natural and noticeable results without looking orange or streaky.
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reese1
location st. louis, MO
Skin Type Normal
Skin Tone Light
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 4 of 5 (4 out of 5 )
- 11.08.09
like the glow this self-tanner gives. I' have light skin so I'm always looking for the self tanners that do not leave an orange hue. I have found it.
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maryjudy
location Las Vegas NV
Skin Type Normal
Skin Tone Light
Age over 54
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Trip to the Bahanas tan - 11.07.09
This product leaves a natural looking tan without spending time in the sun. Best product.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Erica32
location Houston, TX
Skin Type Combination
Skin Tone Light
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 4 of 5 (4 out of 5 )
I like it! - 11.04.09
The color it leaves is great, dark enough to show but not too dark to look strange on my fair skin. Its a little hard to know where you've put it and if you're not careful it can look streked. (I've messed up on my feet twice but otherwise it looks pretty good.)
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SFMakeup1111
location San Francisco, CA
Skin Type Oily
Skin Tone Light
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Works wonder - 10.29.09
Quick Take: effective

This stuff doesn't lie -- it'll tan you up instantly; no streaks, lines, or mess. Definitely follow the directions, and if you do, you'll have incredible results. Worth it.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
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tomgirl
location Cincinnati, OH
Skin Type Dry
Skin Tone Olive
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
This stuff rocks! - 10.28.09
I just truly love this product. Want to fix spots on your face that aren't the same color as other parts of your face, well, here's your answer. My skin looks even and lightly tanned. Will buy again.
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Anonymous
location New York
Skin Type Normal
Skin Tone Olive
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Great results! - 10.16.09
This is one of the best self tanners out there...and I have tried them all !
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cassandrajune
location San Diego, CA
Skin Type Oily
Skin Tone Light
Age 18-24
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
love this self tanner! - 10.06.09
Quick Take: easy amazing

I always have a tube of this tanner in my bathroom. It gives you a natural glow and I have never had a problem with streaking. Ever since my mother got skin cancer, I have been an advicate for "smart sunning." This self tanner gives you that sun kissed glow without the harmful effects of sun bathing. It is a little expensive but much cheaper then going to get spray tans. One downside is that it does not smell very good, but I don't know of many self tanners that smell good. Just aply at night and wake up tan!
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
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MarieE87
location Minneapolis, MN
Age 18-24
Overall Rating 4 of 5 (4 out of 5 )
Je T'aime Clarins - 10.05.09
Quick Take: worth it!

I have fair skin and am from MN, so when October hits and the last ruminants of my summer tan have gone away it's time to get some color on my winter skin. I love Clarins. Maybe I am a little partial having lived in France and all, but I trust this brand. I like how this product goes on so nicely and absorbs quickly. The only thing that would make it better is if it had SPF 6 like the tanning milk (you can still get burned in the snow!) however this gel moisturizes and has a great color. I am a fan!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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gloss
location Berkeley, Ca
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
- 10.04.09
I love this stuff. The smell, the color, the way it does NOT transfer to my clothing. I buy it over and over.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
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babidollface
location Toronto, ON
Skin Type Combination
Skin Tone Medium
Age 18-24
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Ick - 09.29.09
It smells horrible, and turned my skin so orange. I returned immediately.
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newsgirl
location San Marcos, CA
Skin Type Combination
Skin Tone Olive
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Good stuff - 09.29.09
I've used it several times since I bought it last month. It has a scent, but it's certainly not as gross as most self-tanners. The gel isn't greasy and it absorbs fairly quickly. I noticed a darker color after the first use and it keeps getting better. It's not orange or any other creepy color, and my legs do look like they got a little sun. I'll definitely keep at it to see how it performs over the long run. Honestly, the only drawback for me is the price tag. But if it works, it works!
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tenngal
location Tennessee
Skin Type Oily
Skin Tone Fair
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Very good... - 09.29.09
Quick Take: natural looking

Clarins self tanner is one of the best self-tanners I've used. It doesn't smell horrible like a lot of self-tanners do and it goes on smooth without streaking and looks very natural. It dries fast so I only wait about 10 minutes before dressing after application. I use it instead of tanning beds since my 40-ish skin doesn't need to be exposed to ultraviolet rays anymore. It's also buildable. I apply and wait several hours and if I don't feel dark enough I just apply another coat and it darkens you further. This is a great product.
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YoungTanner
location Long Island, NY
Skin Type Combination
Skin Tone Medium
Age 18-24
Overall Rating 3 of 5 (3 out of 5 )
- 09.29.09
So, I used to tan outside and in tanning beds all the time - on a weekly (even more than that) basis. I decided to stop and try this gel. Although I did not get "dark", I did not look as pale as I did prior. I turned a bit orange when applying everyday though.
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ClaireBear480
location Seattle, WA
Skin Type Normal
Skin Tone Light
Overall Rating 4 of 5 (4 out of 5 )
Pay Attention - 09.29.09
Works very well! Just make sure to get EVERYWHERE like in between your toes, your ankles, your wrists, so you dont get weird tan lines. The lines wont appear for a couple hours. Also, when you wash it off your hands after, be SURE to wash off the excess buildup you get of the product between your fingers when youre applying it. Follows these directions and it will look like a natural, bronzey tan. Not too dark, not too oragne :)
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Slastena
location Hollywood CA
Skin Type Combination
Skin Tone Light
Age 18-24
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
- 09.29.09
I love this product, it stays for a long time, easy to use.
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TessATX
location Austin, TX
Skin Type Normal
Skin Tone Light
Age 18-24
Overall Rating 4 of 5 (4 out of 5 )
great beginnings... bad endings - 09.28.09
great self tanner.... i liked the color and everything. smell is meh...
the only thing i disliked about this product was how it looked about 1-2 weeks after. the tan started to wear away and as much as i exfoliated and everything, my skin looked discolored and looked like I had freckles or old old skin .
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sweetness231
location San Jose, Ca
Skin Type Combination
Skin Tone Medium
Age 18-24
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Nice for natural looking tan - 09.28.09
Worked for me 5 days and I was really happy with the color natural but with a pretty glow. Once a week maintenance and then I follow with jergens hahaha but Love this product other wise just exfoliate!!!!
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Qiii

Skin Type Combination
Skin Tone Light
Overall Rating 1 of 5 (1 out of 5 )
Made No Difference - 09.28.09
Unfortunately for me I have very, very pale skin on my legs and although I had heard very good things about this particular brand it did nothing for me whatsoever. I applied diligently and often and it did next to nothing, the barest hint of a colour if I was lucky. I don't think it is a fault with the product however, I have had this problem once before with another brand so I think it is something to do with the chemicals used that don't work on my skin type... sorry Clarins but I did expect better. I will say that it went on well and smelled nice...
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