Going with a second post to quickly follow my first one for a couple of reasons. First-I just downloaded the WordPress app on my phone so I wanted to see how it worked, and second, I just put some of this stuff on so I felt the need to discuss.

As many of my friends know, I love a good tan, sometimes too much. Not only is it slimming, it gives everyone a nice healthy glow. I have a mixed genetic background consisting of Irish, Lebanese and Italian blood so I usually burn first which then later turns into a tan. But like most people, no matter how gorgeous it is outside, the majority of my time is spent in a Vitamin D shielding office. For this reason, I turn to a fake bake.

St. Tropez bronzing mousse saves the day! This is the only instant self tanner I have used that gives you that golden brown, non-orangy finish. But make sure you use the mousse! I have tried several of their other tanning products (the gradual build lotion and face tanning lotion) and they do not yield the same results. For gradual “build a tan” lotion you are better off using Jergens and saving your money. But the mousse is excellent. Recommendation: purchase the tanning mitt! It is $6 and you do not want to deal with rinsing this stuff off your hands. Plus, it provides much more even application.

The mousse is $42 for an 8oz bottle which will last you the entire summer (way cheaper than going to a salon for a spray tan!)

I have used this product for several weddings, and other events where I need a hint of color at the last minute. I recommend you put it on an hour before bed, then rinse it off in the morning.

WARNING: no matter what the bottle says, I suggest placing a towel in between yourself and your bed sheets. This stuff will leave a residue even though technically it’s not supposed to.