There’s nothing quite like sun-kissed skin to leave you feeling fresh and admittedly quite sexy. But, with everything we know about the damage of UV rays it’s simply just not worth the risk to spend hours by the pool or beach, only to return home with an uneven tan, a sunburn or worse (hello wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and melanoma)!

Achieving a holiday glow doesn’t have to be at the risk of damaging your skin under the scorching sun, instead, take a much safer approach with a faux glow or tan a la these game-changing formulas...

Face it

If you’re looking for a make-up free answer to flaunting a sun-kissed selfie, it’s time to try Glow Drops, a cooling Face Tan Mist or a tinted SPF.

1. Glow Drops, 30ml, Pestle & Mortar

Control your colour with this customisable tanning concentrate by Pestle & Mortar. We love that it’s enriched with hyaluronic acid to give you a natural sun-kissed glow that can be left as light or as dark as you wish! Mix in 2-3 drops with your moisturiser for a dreamy golden glow.

2. Face Tan Mist, 120ml, Naked Tan

Infused with cucumber, this mist was made to hydrate your skin and help you achieve the glow you dream of getting before a seaside get-away. Quick, convenient and cooling, the hero ingredients include witch hazel, green tea, aloe vera and chamomile to reduce pores and restore your complexion. Close your eyes and spray any time of day for a refresh.

3. Face Tinted SPF50+ Honey, 50ml, UltraSun

Protect and perfect with this fast-absorbing, lightweight and non-greasy tinted SPF. The Project bYouty team swears by UltraSun as it’s ideal for sensitive skin (and truly works well for any skin type). If you’re not ready to commit to a faux tan, start with a subtle tinted glow and well-protected skin.

The “summer body” we’re here for

Beyond sick of hearing the hype around “the summer body”? So are we. But, if we had to break it down in bYouty terms, this would be it – a healthy faux glowing body, slathered in SPF and supported by heaps of H20 and sound sleep. Let’s start with the glow...

1. Blush Skies, Body Glow Oil, Salt by Hendrix

For those not quite ready to dive into the deep end of self-tanning, look no further than the Salt by Hendrix Blush Skies Body Glow Oil. Offering your skin the hydration it deserves with an abundance of vitamins and minerals, this body oil does the trick in leaving you with radiant skin suitable for day and night. Think – sunny European summer holiday all year round.

2. Goddess Bronzing Mousse, Tanned, 180ml, Naked Tan

Giving you a glow-on-the-go, the Goddess Bronzing Mousse is a gradual tan that can be built up daily. Likely your best bet to create a believable tan that’s been built up overtime, what we love is that it’s been designed for every skin type and better yet, that it’s natural, vegan, free of sulphates and parabens.

3. Twin Tan Applicator Mitt, Naked Tan

The secret to staying stain-free? Apply your fake tan only using tanning mitt. No mess, no stained fingers, not a trace of anything! The secret stays between us...

So, top up your tan at home, slather on your SPF 50, cover your face with an oversized hat and sunnies and remind yourself that preventative skincare costs much less than the impact of an unwanted overdose of UV rays.