CLARINS Self-Tanning Gel for Face & Body, 4.5 oz — Quick-Dry, Buildable Hydrating Tanner

Clarins Self-Tanning Gel is a quick-drying, buildable face and body tanner that delivers a natural sun-kissed color in about four hours while keeping skin hydrated for up to 24 hours.

Lightweight and non-greasy, this gel formula blends Organic Fig, Aloe Vera and Glycerin to moisturize skin as color develops. Designed for both face and body, the texture is streak-resistant and lets you dress shortly after application. Use it regularly to maintain an even, long-lasting glow without UV exposure.

How quickly will I see a tan and how long does it last?

Expect visible color development in roughly four hours, with tones deepening over the next day depending on how many layers you apply. Results can last several days; repeat applications every 3–4 days help sustain a uniform bronzed look.

• Initial warmth appears in about 4 hours*
• Buildable: apply additional layers for a deeper shade
• Maintain by reapplying 3–4 times weekly
• Longer wear if skin is well-exfoliated and hydrated beforehand

Will this product cause streaks or stain clothing?

The gel is formulated to be streak-resistant and dries quickly, minimizing transfer to clothes. Proper technique — exfoliating first and applying in circular motions — helps ensure an even finish across face and body.

• Non-greasy texture reduces smudging
• Apply in circular strokes, avoid hairline and eyebrows
• Wash hands immediately after use to prevent hand staining
• Dry-to-touch formula allows you to get dressed soon after application

How should I apply it to get the most natural results?

Start with clean, exfoliated and moisturized skin. Smooth the gel over dry areas using the palm of your hand in circular motions, being careful around eyebrows, hairline and the soles of the feet, then wash hands thoroughly.

• Exfoliate and moisturize prior to application
• Use circular motions for even coverage
• Avoid applying product directly to eyebrows and hairline
• Allow to dry before dressing and wash hands immediately

What skin benefits do the ingredients provide?

The formula combines Organic Fig, Aloe Vera and Glycerin to hydrate and soften skin while the self-tanning agents build color. These humectants help maintain skin moisture during the color development phase, reducing tightness and promoting a comfortable finish.

• Organic Fig: moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties
• Aloe Vera: soothes and supports hydration
• Glycerin: attracts and retains moisture for smoother skin
• Light gel base: comfortable, non-oily application

Who is this for? Clarins Self-Tanning Gel is suited to anyone seeking a natural, sun-free bronze with hydrating benefits — ideal for those who want a quick-drying, buildable option for both face and body. It works well for first-time self-tanners looking for an easy application and for experienced users who want a reliable, streak-resistant gel to maintain a year-round glow without tanning beds or sun exposure.

Ingredients

AQUA/WATER/EAU. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. GLYCERIN. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE. DIHYDROXYACETONE. ISONONYL ISONONANOATE. PENTAERYTHRITYL DISTEARATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. DIMETHICONE. HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER. PARFUM/FRAGRANCE. POLYESTER-7. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. ERYTHRULOSE. NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DIHEPTANOATE. PHENOXYETHANOL. TOCOPHERYL ACETATE. POLYSORBATE 60. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. LINALYL ACETATE. DISODIUM EDTA. SORBIC ACID. TOCOPHEROL. GERANYL ACETATE. TETRAMETHYL ACETYLOCTAHYDRONAPHTHALENES. ACETYL CEDRENE. CEDRUS ATLANTICA OIL/EXTRACT. FICUS CARICA (FIG) FRUIT EXTRACT. CITRIC ACID. POTASSIUM SORBATE. SODIUM BENZOATE. DIMETHYL PHENETHYL ACETATE. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL. PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS FLOWER OIL. [01S3780]