Review (5/5): My new favorite self-tanner!
This is my new favorite self-tanner! I have used self-tanners almost exclusively as a "real sun" alternative for about 15 years. I previously used Fake Bake, but the color turned green in the bottle too quickly, and then the Sun brand, but the price seemed to be steadily increasing. Darksyde is every bit as good and considerably more affordable.
Pro's: the color is beautiful; it blends well and does not streak; it provides superior moisture; it smells great--like chocolate and cherries. I am completely satisfied with this. I use it every day or every other day in the summer and get a mixture of compliments and warnings--people usually tell me, "You have a beautiful tan, but the sun is not good for you!" I reply, "I know it isn't--that's why I don't go in it. This is self-tanner!" They are always surprised and I make sure to encourage them to try self-tanners also. It just takes a commitment and a little patience to get it right.