self-tanner
noun
self-tan·ner
ˌself-ˈta-nər 
: a product (such as one containing dihydroxyacetone) that when applied to the skin reacts chemically with its surface layer to give the appearance of a suntan
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Sunless tanners: Also known as self-tanners or extenders, they are applied to the skin as lotions or creams.
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Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Aug. 2024
Tip Many health care providers suggest that pregnant people avoid artificial tanning methods (including self-tanners or tanning beds).
—Robin Elise Weiss, Phd, Parents, 29 July 2024
Ahead, 12 of the best face self-tanners to try ASAP.
—Samantha Sasso, refinery29.com, 5 Jan. 2024
Suddenly, self-tanner is having a renaissance, and after hearing the buzz about Dolce Glow (a.k.a.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 22 July 2024
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Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Aug. 2024
Tip Many health care providers suggest that pregnant people avoid artificial tanning methods (including self-tanners or tanning beds).
—Robin Elise Weiss, Phd, Parents, 29 July 2024
Ahead, 12 of the best face self-tanners to try ASAP.
—Samantha Sasso, refinery29.com, 5 Jan. 2024
Suddenly, self-tanner is having a renaissance, and after hearing the buzz about Dolce Glow (a.k.a.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 22 July 2024
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self-tanner
noun
self-tan·ner
-ˈtan-ər
: a cosmetic product (as one containing dihydroxyacetone) that when applied to the skin reacts chemically with its surface layer to give the appearance of a tan
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