What Self-Tanner Should You Use? We Make Sense of Every Formula

Gels may be the favored self-tanner type among beauty editors (at least, here at POPSUGAR). That is because the application process is so easy. First, potential streaks are obvious since it tends to be tinted. And second, it dries in about five to 10 minutes with a smooth, grease-free finish that won't stain your clothes. We tend to find these guys have a less pungent odor as well.

Guerlain Terracotta Sunless Self-Tanning Gel ($53)