10 Best Self-Tanners for the Face UK 2024

This watery serum is extremely lightweight and effective, giving all skin types a long-lasting tan for up to 3-days with just one application. A whopping 93% of the ingredients are natural, with vitamin C and D boosts, to mimic the effects of the sun's rays in a harm-free manner. 

Featuring nourishing elements such as hyaluronic acid, peach flower extract, and green mandarin water, this vegan-friendly serum will give you a radiant tan that will grow as the day goes by whilst taking care of your skin. No wonder it's our winner!

To save you from having to go through endless tanning mitts and cotton pads, these self-tanning wipes are super convenient for building up a long-lasting tan. They're suitable for both your face and body and last up to 10-days. 

Not only are they biodegradable, but they're also enriched with organic botanical extracts, including pomegranate, cucumber, witch hazel, and aloe vera. These ingredients moisturise and refresh your skin, allowing you to feel charged and nourished whilst maintaining a golden glow at the same time!  

Using extracts of cucumber and marula oil, this marvellous organic, vegan, anti-ageing serum reduces fine lines while plumping the affected areas of your face, leaving you moisturised, youthful and tanned. 

This luxurious product provides a low-key, natural tan that leaves you glowing for up to 3-days. Its lightweight texture is ideal for adding to your morning routine without the feeling that it's clogging up your pores, so it's wonderful on oiler skin types as well as mature.

If you haven't heard of St Tropez, they're among the most popular brands for affordable and effective self-tanners. This product, in particular, is enriched with marine extract, Vitamin E, and aloe vera to give your skin powerful and long-lasting hydration. 

The tan it results in is gradual and light, and will keep your glow looking soft and natural – which is perfect if you're looking to give your skin tone a boost without it appearing too obvious or orange-y!

This ultra-light tinted formula moisturises your skin and gives you a subtle yet effective tan. With fast-absorbing technologies and a non-greasy texture, you can apply this in the morning to see your tan appear within seconds. 

Including the tinting tan elements, this product features an SPF of over 50! This is ideal if you work outdoors or just like to take good care of your skin. Not to mention, this product is also free from emulsifiers, perfumes, and preservatives, so it's ideal for those with sensitive skin.  

We love that this self-tanner for the face is so easy to apply – simply dab the lotion on a cotton pad and rub an even layer all around your face and décolleté. You won't notice much of a difference initially, as this product comes out in a bright white shade. but it will later transform into a bronzed tan. 

As a super-fast drying tanner with a lovely natural scent, you won't even realise that you're wearing it until you check the mirror to see that you're already multiple shades darker! 

Dove has developed a tanner that gives you a sleek, natural glow. With outstanding moisturising elements, this self-tanner for the face and body can nourish the under-layers of the skin while keeping the top layer looking caramelised and golden – ideal if you have sensitive skin. Plus, there are added natural seed oils to nourish your complexion. 

The fact that you can get such a good quality product in such a large volume for less than £5 is fantastic! However, if you've tried a self-tanner before, you'll know that DHA can have a rather dislikeable scent. Unfortunately, this scent can come across a little intense as it develops, which is why this product isn't one of our higher-rated. 

This unique formula has a soft, silky texture and gives you moisturised and radiant skin. Using rapidly-drying technology and long-lasting colouration, you can enjoy the streak-free application of this luxurious product for days. With hints of Alpine Rose extract, it'll not only leave you golden brown, but it'll also provide you with highly beneficial antioxidants.

It's just a shame that this product isn't the most affordable. Unless you're a fan of big brands and Sisley products, it might be worth using a cheaper product that can provide the same results.