Next’s first ever fake tan range includes mousses, oils and more to produce the perfect sunkissed glow

Rating: 9/10

• Number of shades: Three – light/medium, dark, extra dark

Available in shades light/medium (£14, Next.co.uk), dark (£14, Next.co.uk) and extra dark, our tester jumped in at the lightest shade first. When it comes to self tan, we’d always recommend going for a lighter shade first – especially if this is your first time – then build as desired. Remember, the goal is post-holiday glow, not to look like a different person.

The first thing to note is the scent, as it’s easily one of the best of all tans we’ve come across with an apricot-like aroma. Secondly, although it’s a mousse, there’s no need to shake the product to get it to foam up, it comes out easily every time. And thirdly, it’s incredibly silky, meaning it feels quite luxurious to slather on with the mitt and the guide colour shows exactly what areas have been covered to avoid missing any patches. The result for all shades after being left on for eight hours overnight was a streak-free, natural-looking colour that lasted for around one week.

The light/medium and dark shades weren’t quite dark enough for our tester. Although they took the Edward Cullen-like gleam away, it was giving more one day in the garden rather than two weeks in the Caribbean. Which is why extra dark became our tester’s favourite choice in the end, a surprising result as they’d never gone past a dark shade in any other tan, so do bear in mind it is on the lighter side.

Rating: 7.5/10

To achieve the perfect tan, preparation is key. Always exfoliate between one to two days before application to ensure dead skin has been removed, lest you be left with a patchy fade or tell-tale cracked desert looking skin.

With a coconut and coffee-like scent, this is another product that had us sniffing away in the shower like a truffle hunting pig. Massaged into wet skin, quartz powder and perlite worked to gently buff while jojoba seed oil added a layer of nourishment. It is on the tackier, soap-like side so definitely needs a thorough rinse afterwards, and although it did a great job on larger areas such as the tummy, legs and chest, we did jump in with a rougher exfoliation mitt for drier areas such as the feet and elbows.

Rating: 10/10

We’ve already reviewed the TikTok famous self tan bed sheet protector in-depth, but included as part of the tanning range we just had to give it another go – and again, we were chuffed. Easy to pop on, it saved our crisp white sheets and pillow during this month of tan testing and it is sure to do the same for many months (if not years) to come.

To echo our fellow tester, we too think it made the tan develop into a deeper colour, probably thanks to the fact it stayed on our bodies rather than on the sheets. And, of course, it can be used with any tanning product, not just the NX Glow range.

Read the full Next self tan bed sheet protector review.

Rating: 8.5/10

Hydrating your skin in the days after you self-tan can extend its longevity for a good few days. This body butter is incredibly thick and felt like a real treat to apply each evening thanks to its scent, creamy texture and hydrating effect. Coconut oil and shea butter provide nourishment and hydration, while the scent is similar to the body scrub, giving a coconut frappuccino-like smell we found quite moreish. Just note, as it is so thick, it does take a good five minutes or so to fully absorb so be sure to wait before trying to drag jeans up damp-like thighs.

If you’re after a quick and easy buy for your whole tanning routine, the NX Glow ultimate tan kit includes this body butter, body scrub, tanning mitt and tanning mouse, and you’ll be saving money compared to if buying seperatley too (£26, Next.co.uk).

Rating: 9/10

Shades: Three

Available in shades bronze, rose pink gold and champagne gold (our favourite), this body glow oil gave a little extra kick to the glow that was perfect for date nights, summer evenings out or as a little pick me up on grey-skinned kind of days. Acting like a highlighter for the body, tiny glittery specks are massaged into the legs, arms and decolatage for a more radiant finish, but in a very subtle way – you won’t look like a bauble, we promise.

Again, it is incredibly whiffy with a sweet scent that could also be used in place of perfume, for those people getting extra close. Coconut oil and vitamin E work to hydrate and nourish the skin, meaning it’s not just all about the aesthetic either. And interestingly, this is the only product in the range in a glass bottle instead of plastic, making it feel incredibly luxurious on the bathroom shelf too.

Rating: 6/10

Even well-versed tanners make mistakes every now and again, whether that’s forgetting to moisturise knees, elbow and feet before, or not washing their hands afterwards – so a good tan eraser is always handy to have in the cupboard. For small, faint mistakes, this one works wonders. Simply spray on to dry skin at least three days after tanning, wait around five minutes and rinse off.

For bigger mistakes you will need to get the exfoliating mitt out, as although this helps a little bit, it’s not quite tough enough to banish big blunders. Glycolic acid and lactic acid work as the key ingredients to eat away at dead skin while coconut oil, vitamin E and aloe leaf juice nourish at the same time. Although it feels gentle when on, it’s always best to do a small patch test beforehand to check for any reactions just in case.

Rating: 9/10

To reduce the risk of orange fingers or bright white toes, using a body brush is a great little trick to ensure even coverage over those tricky parts. Long and narrow, this NX Glow brush quickly covers the hands and feet within seconds and is even angled to reach smaller cervices too. The bristles are incredibly soft so we also used them across our face on a couple of occasions as well, making sure to thoroughly wash the brush in between uses with soapy water. You can even use this to apply the body oil across your legs, arms and chest too.