Fake tan can be particularly difficult to master when you have pale skin. As the rich, golden tones of tanning products can look all too obvious on pale skin tones, finding the best fake tan for pale skin is essential if you want to create a beautiful, natural-looking faux glow.
From gradual tanners which allow you to build up to your desired bronze over time to tanning drops which allow you to customise your fake tan, once you find your perfect formula and shade you'll be set for summer.
Which is the best fake tan for pale skin?
- Bondi Sands Everyday Gradual Tanning Milk
- NIP+FAB Faux Tan Mist - Caramel
- St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Water Gel
- Vita Liberata pHenomenal 2-3 Week Tan - Fair
- Crystal Clear Beach Glow Tan Drops
To help you find your perfect self-tanner, we have curated an edit of the best fake tans which look oh so natural on even the most fair skin.
The Top 5 fake tans for pale skin
1.Bondi Sands Everyday Gradual Tanning Milk
Hydrate your skin and add a light golden glow in one effortless step with the Everyday Gradual Tanning Milk from Bondi Sands. Blending aloe vera and Vitamin E, the lightweight formula quickly absorbs into the skin and deeply moisturisers while delivering a sunkissed glow. As it builds up gradually with each application, it is perfect for pale skin as you can simply apply each night until you reach your desired colour.2.NIP+FAB Faux Tan Mist - Caramel
So easy to apply with a soft bronze finish, NIP+FAB Fax Tan Mist in the shade Caramel is perfect for pale skin. Completely clear to prevent transfer and any stains being left on towels and sheets, the water-based tanning spray hydrates the skin and doesn't feel at all sticky on the skin. The formula is also enriched with glycolic acid to gently exfoliate to promote an even tan. Skin is left with a natural sunkissed bronze.3.St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Water Gel
Developing into the most perfect golden tan in just three hours, St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Water Gel leaves an uplifting tropical scent on the skin and does not need washing off making it the perfect quick tan fix for pale skin. Infused with hyaluronic acid to plump and hydrate the skin, the fast-absorbing clear gel creates a light bronze, streak-free glow which lasts beautifully.4.Vita Liberata pHenomenal 2-3 Week Tan - Fair
Vita Liberata pHenomenal is one of the most-loved self tans around and their 'Fair' shade creates the most beautiful tan on pale skin. Formulated with 70% natural ingredients, the light and airy mousse hydrates the skin and impacts a gorgeous glow which lasts between 2-3 weeks following three applications. Ideal for applying before a holiday, it creates the effect of a natural, sunkissed bronze and will look just as perfect at the end of your break as when first applied.5.Crystal Clear Beach Glow Tan Drops
Achieve a sun-kissed appearance with the Crystal Clear Beach Glow Tan Drops; a customisable, easy-to-use formula that should be added to moisturiser or night cream to promote a healthy glow, without damaging or ageing skin prematurely.
New to fake tan or want to pick up a few new applications tips and tricks? Discover our guide on how to apply fake tan (properly) on the lookfantastic beauty blog.
