The Clarins self tanning instant gel is one of the best self tanners on the market. It has been around a while now and is widely regarded as instrumental in the fake tanning process that began to specifically target people with fairer skin.
The tube is priced between £14 and £18 and is widely available both online and on the high street.It comes in a 125 ml tube and a little 
goes along way. According to a variety of different users one tube lasts on average between one and two months based on two applications a week.
Clarins call their self tanning product a gel. It is a light bronze colour but the texture is more akin to that of a cream than a gel.
A great product targeting those with sensitive and fair skin
It is an excellent product that can be used even by inexperienced self tanners as it is very forgiving, particularly if you are not someone who is meticulous in preparations such as exfoliating, shaving and moisturising in the build up to applying the self tanner.
It can be used for both the body and the face and once applied has a rather refreshing feel and goes on to achieve very natural looking results.
Indeed, the
texture of the gel is very smooth and leaves the epidermis feeling nice and soft. It is just so good for the fairer person with light and sensitive skin.
As the tan starts to develop, the smell from the DHA begins to worsen in line with other self tanning products. It is not bad though and can be likened to a sweetish slightly chemical smell.
Clarins call it a self tanning instant gel, which is probably a little bit of a misconception because it doesn’t develop any quicker than other self tanners. The time for the tan to develop is around two or three hours.
The product is really targeted at those with pale and dry skin. It is too subtle for darker skins or those looking for a deep bronze colour. Overall it is an excellent product and highly recommended.
