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Something that you may not know about me is that I absolutely love having a tan. When I have a tan, I feel much more confident in my skin. I feel like my clothes look better, my stunning makeup from https://waterliliesandcompany.com/ goes on smoother and that I generally look better. I think the reason I prefer being tanned is because my skin has a little bit of a yellowish-greenish undertone, so I feel as though I look “sickly” when I’m pale.
When it comes to tanning in the summer and on vacation, I’m a lot smarter now than I was as a teenager. Back then, I loved the look of having a tan so much that I seldom wore sunscreen and even tried to get a slight burn…on purpose. I cringe at the thought now, but back then, I was convinced it was “cute.” My current self wishes I didn’t do that, but as a teenager, I ignored anyone who told me that was a bad idea.
While I still enjoy having a tan, I rely on other methods to achieve a bronzed, natural glow. I’ve learned that you don’t need to harm your skin in order to achieve that confidence. For the last several years, I’ve stopped tanning my face completely and rely on makeup to look like I have a tan. I’ve also lessened the extent that I tan my arms and legs, by relying more on tinted moisturizers and sunless tanning lotions. I rely on a few simple steps to a natural glow, without the sun.
At this time of year, many of us are starting to wear skirts and dresses with bare legs. If you’re anything like me, you’re probably a little bit self-conscious about how pale your legs are, right? Well…you don’t have to be! I’ve been incorporating a couple of products from the JERGENS® Natural Glow® collection into my beauty routine, so my arms and legs are looking gorgeous and bronzed. One of the things I love about the collection is that it’s available at Walmart, so the products are affordable and easily accessible. The line includes a range of several products, but I’ve been using the JERGENS® Natural Glow® 3 Days to Glow™ Moisturizer and JERGENS® Natural Glow® Daily Moisturizer.
Through a little bit of trial and error, I’ve learned that the best way to achieve a natural-looking tan is to exfoliate your skin in the shower, prior to your first application of the JERGENS® Natural Glow® Moisturizers. Exfoliating helps to remove dead skin, which helps the moisturizer absorb evenly. Another way to ensure an even tan is to start with one of the regular cheap moisturizers and then apply the JERGENS® product. You should also use a bit less on your knees and elbows, since the skin in those areas seems to absorb more of the moisturizer. This will minimize any extra color absorption. Make sure to wash your hands when you’re done applying the glow moisturizer…unless you want the palms of your hands to look tanned. You’ll also want to wait a few minutes before getting dressed, so it has time to absorb into your skin and work its magic.
I started my Natural Glow® regimen about a week ago, and for the first few days, I used the JERGENS® Natural Glow® 3 Days to Glow™ Moisturizer in Medium to Tan before going to bed, and the JERGENS® Natural Glow® Daily Moisturizer in Fair to Medium in the morning. It only took about 3 days before I achieved the level of bronze that I was looking for, so now I’ve cut back to using them 1-2x a week to maintain.
Of course, using JERGENS® Natural Glow® Moisturizers is just one of the tricks in my repertoire that I use to achieve a tan at this time of year without any sun exposure. I’ve put together a list of 5 simple steps that you can take to achieve a natural glow, too. Scroll through for more!
5 Steps to a natural glow:
- Bronzer
I use quite a few tinted moisturizers and foundations to smooth out my complexion, but I use bronzer to achieve an all-over bronzed look on my face. I also swipe a bit on my neck to blend the color in with my chest. - Wear Light Clothing
This is one of the oldest tricks in the book…but it works! If you wear lighter clothing, your skin will look more tan, simply because it will contrast. - Highlight
As one of the last steps in my makeup routine, I add a little bit of highlight in a few key areas of my face. I dab a little bit above my eyebrows, cheekbones, nose and chin and then blend it. This gives you a “glow”, which is common when you’ve spent time in the sun. - Wear Light Nail Polish
Similar to wearing light clothing, I find that wearing lighter nail polish helps to make your hands look like they’re more tan than they actually are. It’s all about that contrast! - JERGENS® Natural Glow® Moisturizers
Using these moisturizers helps to achieve that perfect natural tan on your arms, legs and chest!
Have you used any of the JERGENS® Natural Glow® Moisturizers in your beauty routine before? I’d love to hear your feedback in the comments!
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Amy Ann says
Such good tips! I always feel better when I have a tan too. I use Jergens. I need to find a good bronzer.
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Jackie says
It’s amazing what a difference a bit of a tan can make 🙂
Alecz says
You do such a great job of highlighting just the right parts of your face! That really makes the glow look so natural
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Jackie says
I’ve studied a few Pin’s and Youtube videos, believe me!
kierra says
I’ve heard so much about this product, you look amazing! I definitely think I need to try this out.
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Jackie says
I hope you give it a try 🙂
Annie says
I’m impressed with how natural it looks! I have olive skin, but love that glow you get with a fresh tan. However, nowadays I sit in the shade with a hat on, so I seldom get the look I want. Love this idea!!
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Jackie says
You should definitely pick up a product or two from the line and give it a try!
Rach says
I never had the urge to add more color, but I am a fan of Jargons so I am not surprised that this collection works! You skin looks really good! You really do glow!
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Jackie says
I’ve just always hated how I look without a bit of a tan, so I’ve been really impressed 🙂
kelsey bang says
fun post! I have never tried jergens! need to!
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Jackie says
You should definitely give it a try, next time you’re at Walmart!
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Pear says
I’ve tried this brand before and really liked the results! Great post – thanks for sharing!
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By Maja Mladenovic says
Wow great tips! We all want that glow! You look stunning!
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Ivete says
I definitely feel more confident when I have a tan. But you are so right, it is not a good idea to allow yourself to bake under the sun. These products are great and seem fairly easy to use. Thanks for sharing your tips!
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Jackie says
They really are easy to use. The hardest part is just remembering to exfoliate, since I usually only think of that as a step to take on my face routine.
Gabriella says
You are seriously glowing. I love the look of a tan and this is the safest way! Love how natural the cream looks.
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Jackie says
Thank you!! I was most impressed by how natural it looks, too. It’s why I keep raving about it!
Brooke says
You have a gorgeous glow! I used to worship the sun without protection as a teenage too and I’m paying for it now! So wish I didn’t do that!
Brooke
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Jackie says
I guess I wasn’t the only one who wasn’t sensible back then! 😉
Silvia Arossa says
lovely post!!!
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head to toe chic says
I love Jergens tanning products! They work so well and they look so natural!
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Radi says
Thanks for the recommendation! I’ve been looking for a good tan product and might try this one.
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Shannon says
Ummm you look sooooo tan! I need to try that 3 day one asap! I have tried the normal one and I felt like it took too long for results! I am too impatient 😉
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Kim says
Never tried this but now I want to! Thanks for sharing, gorgeous! Xo
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Trang Do says
Sounds like great product! Thanks for sharing these tips!
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Mónica Sors says
Nice tips 😉
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Anicheberry says
The makeup as an alternative really works well. You are very beautiful!
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jesse says
This article is great.
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