How to Get a Tan Without the Sun in One Day

As summer approaches, many of us want that sunkissed, bronzed glow. But not everyone wants to lay out in the hot sun for hours or visit crowded tanning salons.

The good news is there are many ways to get a natural looking tan at home without UV exposure. In this article, I will share how to get a tan in one day without the sun.

Self-Tanner

Self-tanning products have come a long way in recent years. Now there are more natural options without that tell-tale fake tan smell or orange hue. For best results, exfoliate your skin first to remove dead cells so the color applies evenly. You can make a homemade scrub with sugar, almond oil and shower gel. Avoid scrubs with microbeads which are bad for the environment.

After exfoliating, apply a natural or organic self-tanner daily for 2-3 days to build up a deeper, more believable color. Recommended brands include Tantasy Drops by Le Beach which smells nice and is long lasting thanks to its chemical-free formula. 

Tan Organic is another good option which doesn’t stain, contains DHA, erythrulose and nourishing oils. Follow the instructions carefully and wash hands immediately after applying.

Tinted Dry Oil

For a quick glow without greasiness, try a tinted dry oil. This adds shine and shimmer for an instant boost of color. French Girl Organics Lumiere Bronzing Oil is a top choice containing a blend of 6 organic oils like apricot kernel and vitamin E. It dries quickly and leaves a beautiful bronzed, dewy look. Apply to bare skin or mix with moisturizer for all over glow.

Bronzing Powder

Powder bronzers are ideal for adding warmth precisely where the sun would naturally hit. Using a large, fluffy brush, sweep bronzer along the high points of your face like cheekbones, nose, forehead and chin. Add a touch along your cleavage too.

Kjaer Weis is an excellent natural bronzing powder that comes in refillable compacts. Their silky formula blends easily without looking muddy. Go for a matte bronzer for day and shimmery powder for a glam night look. Apply lightly in layers to build color gradually.

Cocoa and Cream

Here’s a tan hack passed down for generations – mixing pure cocoa powder into body lotion or oil. Make sure the cocoa has no added sugar or it will be sticky. Customize the color by adding more or less cocoa. Store in a recycled pump bottle for easy application on legs and arms. The chocolate scent is an added bonus!

Black Tea

Steeping black tea bags in hot water then applying the cooled liquid to skin is a popular tanning technique. But be cautious as tea can stain clothing if you’re not careful. Check out this video for proper technique using tea bags to get a tan.

Other Ideas

There are so many clever ways to get glowing skin without UV rays or chemicals:

• Add a few drops of bronzer into body lotion
• Use a tinted face primer under makeup
• Apply coconut oil mixed with cinnamon and turmeric
• Make a coffee body scrub with grounds to brighten skin
• Use tan enhancing drops in your moisturizer
• Try tinted mineral makeup with built-in SPF
• Spray tan at home with natural solutions like Vita Liberata

The options are endless for getting a gorgeous, sun-kissed look without damaging your skin. Experiment with these illuminating methods to get tan in one day without sun exposure. Protect your skin while still rocking a healthy glow this summer season.