written by JohnDCos on 23/12/2021
This is the greatest drugstore gradual tan I've ever tried, and I've tried a lot! This produces a natural-looking, buildable tan that fades evenly and does not streak. You won't find a better deal for the money! But don't forget to wash your hands afterward.
written by McElroygx104 on 21/08/2020
It smells fresh, gives glossy appearance to the skin. It helps me to protect from UV rays and safe for sensitive to normal skin. Your skin will eventually absorb it after 15mins.
written by JamesonFrazier333 on 02/06/2018
Whilst I love the results from using this product I find that the following day I suffer with stomach cramps and diarrhoea. This happens after every application - has anyone else experienced this problem ?
written by Vaughngc189 on 25/05/2018
Started using this when I kept asking people if they had been away on holiday,no, it was Dove fake tan, it was for me the most believable colour, not orange.I purchased it and found the same results with my own very fair skin. Not offended by the smell and is nice and moisturising.
written by VanMeadows460 on 05/11/2015
I brought this product as I am a very fair skinned person. I love the product as far as the end tan and no streaks, but everytime i use the product i experience a medium amount of a burning sensation for about five or so minutes. I don't know if this is just occurring with me, but i still am impressed with the outcome:)
written by Knifes on 27/08/2015
Having read the reviews of this product I brought it yesterday.Well what can I say but this is fantastic.Having used fake tans many times but not really been happy with them I gave this a go last night.When I woke up this morning and looked in the mirror I was more than happy with the results.My skin before using this is medium in colour but not dark.I did exfoliate before using this and after only one application I was very pleased and will carry on using this.Tips.Rub in very well in circular motion.Some reviews say that it is patchy but it was ok for me maybe because I rubbed it in very well.I used the medium to dark lotion.Give it a try especially to those people who always use fake tan.This lotion was great for me even though I am a fake tan user.
written by Gunndd243 on 22/06/2014
I use dove tan and think its good but there is a lot of waste in the bottom of the bottles thank you Toni
written by Qwertyuiopasdfghjklzxcvbnm1234567890 on 19/05/2014
I first found this tinted moisturiser to be a nice colour and left legs feeling smooth, however after a few days of using it I decided to put it on before bed so I wouldn't be sticky the next day. I could not bare lying in my bed while I smelt horrible, the smell of this product is awfully and my bed sheets stunk of it.
written by on 01/02/2014
I have been using this product for years and I am very happy with it. I am not keen on the brands that are drying on the skin and fade in patches. Dove does as it says: it moisturises the skin and fades quite evenly. I exfoliate the night before and moisturise. Apply Dove the next morning after showering and drying when there are no 'sock marks' etc on the body. If possible just wear a dressing gown for an hour to allow it to dry in. I usually reapply the 2nd and maybe 3rd morning, depending on how much colour you want. I have tried a few other products but always go back to Dove.
written by Amandab93 on 11/12/2013
I first bought dove self tanner a couple months ago cos it was on offer at superdrug, the first time I tried it I was plesently surprise with how thick the texture was (I like them to be thick so you don't get streaks). This product does take a while to dry and can leave your skin feeling very sticky. The smell - I would probably give this product about a 4 (with 5 being the highest) I never have been keen on self tanning smells and to be honest this product isn't great for its smell but it's not vile either. It's tone - I am very fair so I purchased the light to medium and it's great on colour, doesn't leave it streaky and it has less of an orange tone like most of the other gradual self tanners do. It's very gental so if your looking to be dark just after once use then this isn't for you. Would I buy it again? Yes I would, like I said before it's a lovely product and I get lots of compliments every time I wear it. It is very natural looking.
written by Southernnorthern on 01/12/2013
As a red head, I do not tan. So gradual tanners have always been a saviour for me. I used to use the Johnson's Holiday Skin, but I developed a rash after using the bottle over a period of time. I switched to Dove recently. And I could not be more horrified. After one application, I had a slight tan. But after the second, I developed a hideous, red, bumpy rash all over my legs. I will never use this product again
Written on: 08/08/2014
It's probably not the Dove itself but the type of DHA in it that you are allergic to in particular
Written on: 16/07/2019
Me too and i was wndering if anyone 6had this reaction. Disappointed as it worked well before rash statred
written by HayleyRedmond on 19/08/2013
This summer glow smells really nice unlike some other fake tans that can leave you smelling weird, however i don't see that much of a color change from it.. could be better but for the price its not too bad!
written by on 03/08/2013
I love it!! It smell Nice and is easy to put on. The bad thing is that i dont get any collor
written by SheiDeee on 02/08/2013
I haven't been using this brand for long, but it isn't bad for a bottle of fake tan. So far so good, it hasn't left any noticeable streaks, smudges or smears although I'm not impressed with the scent that it leaves behind on your skin. I don't mind scented fake tan, but the smell of Dove was quite pungent; it's not like I can just wash the stuff off either! I'd advise those who are considering this product to use with caution, it does what it says on the tin but it can make you less attractive due to the aroma you'll be carrying...
written by Sabrina_x on 23/07/2013
I've been using this off and on for the past 4 years. It's the best gradual tan I have used at a reasonable price if you shop in the right place. I gave it 4 stars as it is incredibly sticky once applied and takes a long time to dry off completely. The smell is okay, nicer than others I have smelt in the past. I use medium to dark and it comes out like a lovely Golden tan like you've been abroad somewhere hot for a week or 2. However it does need a few applications as can come out streaky, the good thing is you can just go over it again and get rid of the streaks. I recommend once fully soaked into skin have a shower to wash away the excess. All in all a awesome product. Love it! I normally put it on after a shower then I will get in bed and leave over night once soaked in =)
written by madz77 on 21/05/2013
Dove Summer Glow loses a star, simply due to its horrible stench after 15mins of applying it. I have an olive complexion and use the normal to dark colour. I apply it once or twice a day (a fair amount. Some people make the mistake of applying WAAAY too much and get streaky or patchy). This tanner gives me just what its name states: a very beautiful, golden brown Summer Glow. It doesn't give me much of a tan, but rather a very healthy, natural looking glow instead and I love it! The only times I have ever been streaky or patchy with this is when I don't exfoliate THOROGHLY beforehand, and also, once the tan starts to fade, but it can so easily be fixed. It's easily absorbed into my skin and leaves it feeling extremely soft and moisturised. I also use it ony face. Too bad about the smell though, which lasts forever! Otherwise a great gradual tanner which I use all year round :)
written by on 19/05/2013
This product look ideal for me, gradual was what i wanted and i've just started using it it. I am noticing slight results however i've only used it for two days. I believe that gradual is the perfect word to describe this product, it will take a long time to achieve a tan that others will comment on and i think that exfoliating before hand (scrubbing with a sugar scrub) its probably the best thing to to to receive max potential in the colouring. I didn't like how on the package it doesn't give any sort of time scale, i have an event in a week and a bits time and i don't know whether my tan will be enough by that time. I may start using it with out scrubbing but more than once a day. me and my friend are having a competition on whether her tanning gel or my moisturiser work better than each other. hopefully this is help full.
written by on 18/05/2013
Good when I first used it I got obsessed and so every night after a shower I apply on all my body and then shower off again In the morning and it's great comes out not too orange it's just right :):)
written by catrianne on 27/04/2013
I've only been using this for one day, but I've seen an immediate effect. First I started to use it to cover some old acne scars, and it hasn't really worked, but as it doesn't say it'll cover scars I won't use this against the product. People have noticed my colour, and as I only chose the fair-medium shade, it isn't too obvious, just as though I've had a healthy sun tan. The only down point is the smell. Originally, I thought it was my pajamas, as I slept in the tan lotion overnight, but as I re-applied it today and, I realised it was the actual lotion itself which smelt. That is the only down side. It is a wonderful moisturizer and a great gradual self-tanner. Would defo recommend!
written by on 16/04/2013
Loved this fake tan when I first started using it (about a month ago). I'm now on my 2nd bottle and have come out in a terrible rash, so I w'ont/c'ant use it again. There is no smell and dried very quickly on me. I would recomend this product to anyone but would suggest to test it 1st on a small area of skin. Never had a problem with other cheaper brands so will go back to Garnier. Would like to have known,or know if any one else has had this problem
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Gem12349's Comment
Written on: 26/08/2016
I noticed the same, only used a few times and it stings and burns