Instant Tan Cheaper Challenge
My second foray into replacing my expensive designer products with Pharmacy and Supermarket brands took me to instant tan. I hate fake tan, can’t stand the smell and I seem incapable of applying even the most allegedly foolproof brands. I discovered that you could get what was essentially make-up for your body about two years ago and I’ve been a convert since. I was looking for some bronzer when the sales lady at the Benefit counter pointed me towards Jiffy Tan.
I have been using it since but when it ran out I couldn’t face splashing out €20 or more for it in a department store so on the advice of friends I tried Rimmel Sun shimmer. I opted for the light matte version and it cost €7.50.
I used it to a wedding last week and I was seriously impressed with it. The texture is lighter than Jiffy Tan which makes the application easier. It has better coverage and the smell is quite pleasant. It doesn’t stain sheets or clothes as much as Jiffy Tan and washes off very easily in the shower. All in all, I can definitely say that Rimmel Sunshimmer is actually better than Jiffy Tan and at a third of the price you can’t go wrong. (Admittedly it’s a smaller container but I found that I used less of the Rimmel so I’m guessing that the container will last the same length of time.)
Ooh will have to look at that. I use the Benefit stuff too. I also find it quite heavy, so will definitely get the Rimmel when I need to stock up!
I’m convinced it’s better Deborah and it would take a lot for me to give up on the beauty that is benefit packaging.
I use this on a daily basis, am very lazy only doing the bits on show, it’s gorgeous on and really easy to apply. Definitely prefer it to Jiffy Tan aswell!
I use Boots Soltan moose. It’s €11 for a can and I love it. A can lasts me about 4 months and it never streaks. Using a tanning mit is essential.
Sally Hansen is much better than Rimmel. The can suggests using it on your legs but it can be used all over.