self-tanner
noun
self-tan·ner
ˌself-ˈta-nər 
: a product (such as one containing dihydroxyacetone) that when applied to the skin reacts chemically with its surface layer to give the appearance of a suntan
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Dermatologists strongly advise using safer alternatives like self-tanners or spray tans to avoid the health risks associated with UV exposure.
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Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
Sunless options like bronzing face drops, self-tanners, spray tans, and even face bronzer makeup will give you that glow safely and without any sun exposure.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 11 Apr. 2025
One of the best ways to extend your spray tan is by adding self-tanner, which Claghorn recommends applying every two to three days.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 10 Mar. 2025
While Lambert’s technique involves no contour — avoiding a sculpted appearance is key — others have piled on bronzer or orange-tinted self-tanner worthy of the commander in chief himself.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 20 Feb. 2025
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Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
Sunless options like bronzing face drops, self-tanners, spray tans, and even face bronzer makeup will give you that glow safely and without any sun exposure.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 11 Apr. 2025
One of the best ways to extend your spray tan is by adding self-tanner, which Claghorn recommends applying every two to three days.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 10 Mar. 2025
While Lambert’s technique involves no contour — avoiding a sculpted appearance is key — others have piled on bronzer or orange-tinted self-tanner worthy of the commander in chief himself.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 20 Feb. 2025
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self-tanner
noun
self-tan·ner
-ˈtan-ər
: a cosmetic product (as one containing dihydroxyacetone) that when applied to the skin reacts chemically with its surface layer to give the appearance of a tan
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