Boots drops 'firming' self-tan that 'works like magic' to just £10 for a limited time
The high street retailer's deal on this popular gradual tanning lotion is only around for today
As we head into the warmer months, there's nothing quite like a summer glow. For beauty enthusiasts, a bottle of self-tan is a must-have at this time of year.
Considering Scotland, alongside other parts of the UK are set to be hit with a deluge of rain soon, then anyone looking to get that golden, pre-holiday glow might want to invest in a bottle.
Fortunately, the Boots £10 Tuesday sale is here and it has slashed the cost of the popular St. Tropez Gradual Tan Watermelon Firming Lotion (200ml) that often retails at £18. Shoppers will need to be quick though, as the deal is only available today, June 3.
Billed as a "multitasking" lotion, it doesn't just help develop a buildable sun-kissed glow, it offers a total of five skincare benefits, as it has been designed to hydrate, protect, smooth, soothe and firm every day.
Suitable for all skin tones, this moisturiser boasts a hint of tan, allowing beauty buffs to create a "medium, gradual golden" that never looks streaky, patchy or too orange.
St. Tropez Gradual Tan Watermelon Firming Lotion (200ml)
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It has been infused with molecular weight hyaluronic acid, plant-based marine algae and blueberry and raspberry seed oils to create an ultra lightweight formula that is said to absorb fast into the skin.
Another positive for many reviewers is the "refreshing" watermelon scent, which is a plus for many fake tan lovers who don't like the chemically scent that it is often associated with.
Beauty fans also love the Coco & Eve Sun-Kissed Gradual Tanning Lotion (200ml) that can be bought for £22 on Lookfantastic. Also offering a hydrating formula, this tan boasts a sweet fruit scent that also banishes that biscuit smell.
It's also worth noting that many experienced fake tanners will know that the a streak-free application depends on the formula, with many prefer the lightweight Garnier Ambre Solaire Natural Bronzer Self-Tan Mist (150ml) that can be bought on Amazon for £6.25.
For those keen to know what reputation the St. Tropez Firming Tan has, then it is worth noting that it has earned a 4.3 rating from Boots shoppers alone, as they say it "works like magic" and "makes a beautiful colour."
Beauty deal of the week
It's almost Father's Day, and are you in need of some gift inspiration?
If you don't want to buy a last minute gift, then we have you covered, as a bottle of aftershave is always a good shout and Debenhams has just cut the Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Eau De Toilette from £92 to just £55.20 for a large 100ml bottle.
There is also a smaller 60ml bottle that is a bit cheaper, with the price being reduced by 37 per cent from £68 to £43. Since reviews say it "stands out from the crowd", it's a deal worth bagging for dad.
Launched in 2006, this YSL fragrance has been described as "a fragrance for the urban and charismatic 21st century male". For the guy in your life who likes to smell a little different, then this is the bottle to reach for.
It opens on sparkling notes of bergamot, zesty cedarwood and Chinese ginger that has been met with the middle notes of violet leaves and basil flowers, offering a floral and spicy contrast.
It is said to end on base notes of sandalwood, Virginia cedar wood and Haitian vetiver to "highlight this charismatic and magnetic fragrance."
Those who want to stand out from the crowd will appreciate the YSL L'Homme Eau De Toilette, as it has earned a 4.7 rating from Debenhams fragrance buffs who have said it is "unusual" and "always gets compliments."
One positive review read: "An unusual and outstanding men's perfume! What an interesting fresh yet a hint of spice men's perfume! It's different. Stands out from the crowd.
Purchase the Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Eau De Toilette (100ml) in the Debenhams sale here.
One five-star review read: "Love this product. Application is easy, flawless coverage. I use it every day to maintain a natural glow. Dries down quickly & color shows right away!"
A second enthusiastic review read: "St Tropez gradual tan daily firming watermelon lotion smells AMAZING and works like magic. It doesn't streak and it had a beautiful finish."
Another overly positive shopper said: "This is the gradual tanning for you! The firming aspect and the smell. Out of this world! It isn't streaky and it makes a beautiful color."
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Not everyone was keen on the watermelon scent, with one three-star review reading: "Very weird smell. Very artificial watermelon that turned into a weird fake watermelon fake tan smell. It was very off putting. The color payoff was ok. Leaned a little on the orange side."
By comparison, someone else who was a fan wrote: "I LOVED this product! It gave me the sunkissed tan I get in the summer months (who wouldn't want that year round?!). It's easy to apply, isn't streaky and the watermelon scent is invigorating and not overpowering."
Purchase the St. Tropez Gradual Tan Watermelon Firming Lotion (200ml) in the Boots £10 Tuesday sale here.
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