How dark will the self tanner make me? My skin has a yellower skin tone than the average person but still light and don't want to be too tan. (FYI).
195028
I'm "dark" - AA and Hispanic. I guess my skin color would be that of the actress Kerry Washington if you needed a gauge. On me, the lotion gives me a darker, even hue that looks healthy and even. Still looks like my skin, only sun kissed. On a yellow skin tone, I would have to assume it would react the same. If you purchase, use it on your upper thighs as a test to see what the color will be. The scent is very nice and it really doesn't leave a lot of residue on your hands. I really like it and will begin using it again to get ready for the Spring -- if Spring ever comes to us!
195029
My skin is more olive color and I really like the color that the banana boat added. One coat is good or you can make a tan you already have look a shade darker. It doesnt have such a strong smell compared to many others.
195030
I think you can make it dark if you want to but it doesn't have to be it more in how you spread it on and I thought there were two or three shades??
195031
I'm not sure I know the answer. My own skin tone is quite dark (olive with yellow undertones), and I am not sure how the product would look on someone with lighter skin. Wish I could help!
1621232
I am agree with 1st answer by PsychoTrixie. I am regular tanner and always looking for better tanning products, it worked quite well. I am satisfied. At this moment it is my NO1.
1754326
I have blonde hair and green eyes, but have always been naturally tan. My skin tans really easy. I figured it was probably time not to tan outside so much and try and prevent skin cancer and I am really happy with the results. I don't feel like it makes me look orange at all. A couple days after is when you really see the natural color of it on your skin, and I absolutely love it!
2199425
Buy natural skin tone, not white (for lighter skin). Natural skin tone much better and I am very fair.
1937205
funny, i have the same problem and yes it does. but one thing you can also do that really helps is also use jergens natural glow self tanner. i'll use it at night (just on my legs) with sweats on because the smell is sooooo strong!! but it totally works on my hard to tan legs :-)
1843303
I'm light skinned and it works great However when my skin is darker in the summer due to tanning, the skin sensor automatically prevents the form system from operating. Hard to say how it would work for you, but that's been my experience.
567161
I can't respond about it turning yellow when going to tanning beds since I don't go, but I will tell you that I LOVE this product and do recommened it. I had tried a few before I came across this one. I found it at a beauty supply store, and the price was much higher then that of Amazon's. I believe you will be pleased. If you get it, please let me know if it turns after doing the tanning.
416177
If you have fair to light skin this is understandable, as this is a darker bronzer than you'd expect. I would say this is more for contouring than an all over bronze look, unless you have medium or darker skin tone (NC40+ for reference), perfect for when you have a tan in summer time.
562105
I'm a redhead with very fair skin. Since I live at the beach in CA, it's always my never-ending quest to find a tanner that looks real instead of too orange/too dark/too light, etc... This tanner is PERFECT! it gives me a golden tan that is deep but believable. If I applied a second coat, it may look ridiculous but one coat is perfection!
1638026
I have pretty pale skin, so I would recommend it. I burn really easy. If you are tanning for the first time, be very mindful of areas that usually do not get a lot of sun exposure like your pelvis area. When I tanned or sunbathed, I would expose the bare pelvis area 1/3rd of the time as much as the rest of the body until I got a good tan going.
1364287
I would recommend yellow for darker skin. The translucent powder can make your face look a little white if you apply too much. The yellow shade is more natural looking.
2043298
I think it would depend at least partly upon how long you stay out in the sun. My goal is never to tan or burn, which basically means not much time in the sun, at least in the summertime.
919765
I don't believe it is. I have pretty fair skin, the first night it is pretty dark but after I shower the next morning it isn't super dark. Just a nice tan.
1070228
I would start off with a lower bronzer like 25x then 40x first If your really pale. And then use this after about a month or even two of consistant tanning then you can do the 75x. You don't want it to look fake and as well as you could just burn. Hope I was able to help and good luck with your tan!!!!
396208
It didn't get dark enough to hide my stretch marks. Kinda tinted me nicely but I didn't get tan. Stretch marks were still visible. Mine are light already. I have fair skin.
743224
No or very little. UV rays are what make you tan, tanning in itself is a bad idea (even though I do it lol) that's why you hear about people developing sun damage or skin cancer.
1801323
I use accelerator once I've gotten my base to get to my peak darkness. Bulbs in beds are also a major factor with getting the optimal tan. The only thing that will get you any darker, with lotions, is the dyes or bronzers. I've used a whole lot of lotions over the years that have claimed to do better than the others or better than anything you've ever tried but they all pretty much do the same thing. Your skin will only get so dark, depending on your skin type!