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Here’s the conundrum with sunscreen. It undoubtedly has amazing benefits for our skin health, but the more and more we reapply, the harder it becomes for us to achieve a nice tan and feel confident in our skin. We would never go without an SPF product, but not everyone wants to keep up with a fake tan — or have to deal with orange tones and streaky finishes.
This is why we love, love, love a tinted sunscreen or an SPF tanning oil for sunbathing and swimming. It can help give your body a smoother, more flawless look, helping to blur the appearance of cellulite, stretch marks or blemishes. A little bronze radiance doesn’t hurt either! Need a tinted or tanning body SPF for your favorite summer activities? Shop our top 10 picks below!
Coppertone Glow Protect & Tan SPF 45
Pros:
- Works as a self-tanner and a sunscreen — results may appear 12-24 hours after first two applications
- Super affordable
- Higher SPF than most options
Cons:
- Need to be careful to apply evenly because of tanning elements
- May need to patch test on super sensitive skin
Vacation Chardonnay Oil SPF 30
Pros:
- Non-greasy
- For all skin tones
- Comes with a free air freshener
Cons:
- A few shoppers found the bottle to be too small
- Harder to apply to back than a spray
Kokua Sun Care Hawaiian Tinted SPF 30 Sunscreen
Pros:
- Meets strictest sunscreen standards in Hawaii
- Non-toxic, plant-based formula
- Nourishing ingredients like kukui oil and macadamia oil
Cons:
- Only one size
- Lesser known brand
Sun Bum SPF 15 Moisturizing Tanning Oil
Pros:
- Thousands of great reviews
- Currently on sale
- Shoppers say it’s very moisturizing
Cons:
- SPF 15 is low — you may want to double-up with another SPF
- Some shoppers won’t love the sunscreen scent
All Good Tinted Mineral Sunscreen Combo 2-Pack
Pros:
- Mineral formula is great for sensitive skin
- Organic and natural ingredients
- No harmful additives
- May stain white (or light) fabrics
- Currently only available in a multi-pack
MyChelle Dermaceuticals Sun Shield Stick SPF 50 – Tinted
Pros:
- High SPF, great protection
- Mineral-based and clean
- No-spill stick design
Cons:
- Will likely need help covering parts of back
- Shoppers say it has a matte finish, but some may prefer dewy
Australian Gold Spray Gel Sunscreen With Instant Bronzer
Pros:
- High SPF, great protection
- Instant sun-kissed golden glow
- Easy spray pump
Cons:
- Some shoppers wish it came unscented
- Bronzing is only temporary
TiZO Ultra-Zinc Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40
Pros:
- Elegant, dewy finish
- Anti-aging ingredients
- Free of preservatives, parabens, gluten, fragrances, dyes and phthalates
Cons:
- Somewhat small for the price
- Opaque packaging — can’t see how much is left
Dermablend Leg and Body Makeup SPF 25
Pros:
- 12 shades
- Smudge- and transfer-resistant when used with setting powder
- Made to cover varicose veins, stretch marks, scars and more
Cons:
- Not water-resistant — not necessarily great for the beach or pool
- One of our pricier picks
Lancaster Sun Beauty Dry Oil Fast Tan Optimizer SPF 50
Pros:
- High SPF, great protection
- Dry oil formula absorbs fast for non-greasy finish
- Ideal for skin that often burns or tans gradually
Cons:
- Our most expensive pick
- Not as many reviews as others
Looking for something else? Shop more SPF products here and don’t forget to check out all of Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!
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