Fake Bake Self Tanner

Self-tanning is one of the most popular ways to add some glow and color to your skin. We all know that UV tanning is dangerous and might cause skin cancer. 

Fortunately, using a tanner is a safer alternative, and you can still get that lovely skin glow.  In fact, we broke down the best self-tanners in 2022 in this article.

While most of us use self-tanning to have a better-looking skin tone, some people use it as a way of protection to keep the harmful UV rays from damaging their skin.

In this article, we will talk about one of the self-tanners that are taking over the market, the Fake Bake Flawless. So, without further ado, let’s jump right into it.

Fake Bake Flawless Self Tan Liquid Review

Application

To start with, the tanner comes with a professional application mitt and detailed instructions for how to apply it.

If you try to spray the product on your skin directly, things will get a little messy. To have better control over the tanner, try spraying it on the glove first and then applying it to your skin.

According to the instructions, you should move the mitt on your skin in a circular motion making sure to blend well around the knees and elbows. 

However, even with following the instructions, I found this to be kind of messy.

Drying

You will be impressed with how fast this self-tanner dries. Unlike a lot of other tanners, this one is really thin. It contains alcohol, which is known to evaporate quickly.  

Besides, the tanner isn’t a lotion, so it doesn’t contain any moisturizers, which contributes to the short drying time. 

You don’t have to worry about having a color stain in your clothes after applying this tanner, and it almost dries instantly.   

Look and Feel

The Fake Bake Flawless self-tanner comes out of the bottle with a dark brown color. As mentioned above, it doesn’t have this lotion-like consistency that most tanners have. Instead, it has a very thin consistency, which makes it a little troubling when it comes to applying it.

One of the best things about this tanner is that it is streak-free. You will be satisfied with how even it spreads on your skin, which makes it more natural-looking as if you are living in a tanning hot spot just like Miami. 

Regardless of the dark color coming out of the bottle, you might need to apply more than one layer to get a deep tan, especially if you have a fair skin tone.

Smell

The product has a perfume smell that lingers for a while. I noticed that this smell stayed with me until I showered the next day. I can’t say that this is a good or bad thing because this will depend on whether you will like the smell or not. Personally speaking, I found it to be a pleasant smell, so I wish I lasted longer.

Effect

I applied the tanner before going to bed, and I could see it started developing the color a few minutes after the application. It held perfectly for five days or so, which is why I recommend you use this twice a week to have a perfect tan.  

Price

The Fake Bake Flawless tanner costs around 25$ for a 6 oz bottle. Some might consider this a bit pricey. However, I find it to be pretty affordable in comparison to the prices of other products available on the market.

Pros of Using Fake Bake Flawless Self Tanner:

• Natural color, and unlike other tanners, it won’t turn you orange.
• Even glow without any streaks.
• Nice coconut smell.
• It comes with an application mitt, which makes the application a bit easier.
• It is inexpensive in comparison to other products on the market.
• You can use more than one coat to get to the tanning tone you want.

Cons of Using Fake Bake Flawless Self Tanner:

• The application is challenging, especially if you are used to lotion tanners.
• Sometimes it transfers to the clothes or the bed sheet, although it doesn’t leave a stain.

Users’ Reviews on Amazon

A lot of people seem to like Fake Bake Flawless. Even for those who don’t like the smell or have a hard time coping with how it is applied, they still admit it is one of the best self-tanners on the market, and they use it because of the natural looks and good price.

If anything is discouraging about using this tanner, it is how messy things get while applying it. Yet, I believe that if you stick to the instructions, you will be able to get it right by the second or third application.

Tips for Getting Better Results

First, I recommend you exfoliate and shave before using the tanner. This won’t only leave your skin glowing, but it will also save you the hassle of exfoliating after applying the product, which will peel it off.

Also, I advise you to moisturize your whole body before using the tanner heavily. As mentioned, the tanner doesn’t contain any lotions, and the alcohol would leave your skin all dry.

Lastly, I think it is better if you wear something that has a dark color with long sleeves after applying this product to avoid getting color on your favorite white shirt. 

Of course, getting any product on your clothes or sheets will depend on how much of the product you apply on your skin, so you better off using old sheets if you apply this before bed, just in case.

Final Thoughts

Fake Bake Flawless Self Tan Liquid can give you that perfect sun-kissed look. It has a pleasant smell, and its price is reasonable, especially that it gives you results other products don’t. 

If you follow the instructions that come with the bottle as well as the tips mentioned above, you will be impressed with the results you get. I hope you find this review helpful.