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Dove Summer Glow Review

Dove Summer Glow Review
Overall rating from 478 reviews so far:
4.1/5
Would use it again?
4.1/5
Did it do what it said it would?
4.1/5
Would recommend it to a friend?
4.0/5

Dove believes having a fresh, sun-kissed look should not be reserved just for the summer. Dove Summer Glow Nourishing Lotion with a subtle self-tanner nourishes your skin while gradually enhancing your natural skin colour.

For a beautiful summer glow all year round. Apply daily in circular motions all over to gradually build an even tan. Allow to absorb fully before dressing. Wash hands after use. Dove Summer Glow contains the unique DeepCare Complex, with natural skin nutrients and rich essential oil to help gradually improve skin starting deep down*. *surface layers of skin - dermatologically tested.

Packsize 400 ml

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Dove Summer Glow Review

Dove Summer Glow Review

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Overall rating:
4.3/5
15th March, 2014
2 members found this review useful
Lovely gradual tan for paler skin

I really like this product, it's reasonably priced, and for that price is pretty good. i have relatively fair skin so i can't tan and full on spray tanning is way too intense. this give a nice gradual glow, without looking too fake. and a bonus, you can stop applying as soon as you reach the perfect depth! it works pretty quickly, within a couple of days. only issue was when i stopped using it, it went a little patchy as it faded.. all round though, love it!

Tips: WASH HANDS AFTER, and keep a careful eye on areas that tend to be slightly drier than the rest of your body - knees, elbows etc - it tends to have more affect there

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isabella_court
25th March, 2014

Thanks I am very fair so that is helpful information to know

Overall rating:
4.0/5
18th March, 2014
2 members found this review useful
Summer Glow

This product does what it says and gives a gradual glow. It does take a few days to really start seeing results but once it starts working it is very natural looking.

Tips: Perfect for first time tanners

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isabella_court
25th March, 2014

Thanks that was really helpful and nice to know

Overall rating:
5.0/5
19th October, 2014
2 members found this review useful
Didn't irritate my sensitive skin!

I asked my mum to get me some fake tan from the pharmacy and she came back with this. I tried it and although the first two days I didn't notice much of a diffrence by the third I could see it starting to build a gradual tan. I get psoriasis on my legs and it comes and goes. At the moment I've got a bit on my legs and because we are coming into summer I need to take some of the white glare off them from being in pants all winter. I put it straight overtop of my moisturizer after exfoiliating in the shower and 3 days later I have the glow and no extra irritation to my psoriasis! I use the fair one because I am really pale. It's better than other tanners I've tried because it's so gradual I don't end up going orange! I will definitely keep using this for summers to come. It's affordable and gentle and it works well with my skin!

Tips: Exfoliate before using. Wash hands after applying. Don't apply straight to the knees or ankles- I normally use a little of the excess from my calves and shins and work down to my feet. Just so I don't get that patchy buildup in those areas. Use everyday until you have the level of tan desired then apply every 2-3 days. Don't forget to exfoliate eveey few daysto stop It going patchy.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
3rd April, 2023
2 members found this review useful
Dove summer flow gradual self tanner

I have recently started using this product again after not using it for over 10 years! I had completely forgotten about it until I asked someone what fake tan they used and they told me they were using the Dove gradual tanner. I didn’t believe that it would work so well but I was very wrong! This will be my new go to self tan. So easy to use, I just rub it on my skin like a normal moisturiser and then wash my hands after to avoid any unwanted colour on my hand area! It is so affordable and can be brought from most supermarkets which is so handy. Am really glad to have come across this product again.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
30th April, 2023
2 members found this review useful
Dove Summer Glow - Game Changer!

I am a huge fan of this product - I use it predominantly on my legs and it always leaves me with a natural looking, glowing tan. I find it takes about a day to work after inital application, which is fine for me as I don't mind forward-planning. If I have an event to go to, then it means I have one less step in my beauty regime to do on the day, as I've already done it!

I also love how thus product is buildable, and you can use it as often/as little as you like depending of the shade of tan you are after. Highly reccommed!

Tips: -Make sure that you keep working the product into your skin until it's fully absorbed, paying attention to areas such as ankles, knees and elbows. This will ensure no streaks or patches show up and suprise you when the product dries. -Wash your hands thoroughly after every application, or your fingers will be giving off golden french fry vibes! - Always exfoliate/shave before use! -Dont be afraid to try out the lotion designed for darker skin, even if you are on the pale side. It gets you results quicker, while still looking natural if applied correctly.

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Pat17
28th May, 2023

Awesome review. How long does the tan last please ?

Overall rating:
4.7/5
12th December, 2013
1 members found this review useful
Love this for a subtle tan

I use this in the months leading up (and through if I haven't seen much sun) to summer on my white legs. I always exfoliate with my exfoliating gloves (making sure to focus on my ankles, and knees) in the shower, shave my legs, and moisturize well and I really like the colour one application leaves. Even with the care I take beforehand I do seem to get darker spots around the edges of the underside of my knee cap, but a little exfoliation once the tan has developed helps to lighten it up.

Even though it can leave darker patches where your skin is dry, with a little care this tan works perfectly for me and is the right shade.

Tips: Try to keep to one application, I find when I add a second it really accentuates darker patches (even if you couldn't see them before). And make sure you prep well!

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
19th December, 2013
1 members found this review useful
Summer Glow

I have quite fair skin and I like to put a bit of colour on my skin so I look less pasty. Unfortunately, I'm also a bit lazy. I don't like using normal self tanners due to the prep and care of application you have to go through to make sure you don't have streaks. That's why I like this product. You can just slap it on and aside from making sure you are a bit careful to rub it in properly around the joints, it develops into a nice even colour without too much work. I like that it builds slowly with each application so you can get the level of colour you want. I tend to apply two to three days in a row, then one to two days off.

Tips: Even though my skin is quite fair, I get the med-dark one in the summer time to build up colour quicker. The light one is good for winter time when I don't want to be so tanned. Also, make sure you wash your hands after using!

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
19th December, 2013
1 members found this review useful
Easy product to build up a tan

I've been using Dove summer glow since it came onto the market in about 2007, and am a big fan. I'm too lazy to fuss about with other self tanners, but this product is great. I just rub it on, and gradually develop a nice tan. It never goes orange, and is easy to avoid streaks as well, as long as you rub it in like you would moisturiser. I plan on using this product for a long time!

Tips: Don't put it on right after shaving your legs, it will sting!

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
27th January, 2014
1 members found this review useful
Nice natural look tan.

Easy to use, and works well. Does not leave streak lines and does not leave you with a horrible orange colour like other brands. Use this over a few days to gradually achieve the colour you want. This is nice and gentle on your skin, and does not smell too overpowering. This is by far the best moisturising self tanner ive tried. Avoid sunbathing, sunbeds and harmful UV rays and use Dove Summer Glow to achieve a natural looking tan!

Tips: Use after a shower and let it dry and sink in before getting changed or heading to bed (to avoid marks on clothing and bedding), and be sure to wash your hands straight after you apply it.

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
18th March, 2014
1 members found this review useful
Dove Summer Glow Gradual Tan

This is my go to winter product to keep my skin with a natural looking tan over the winter months. True to it's name it is a GRADUAL tan meaning you won't get a summer tan after the first use. After a few days of use, it produces a nice, natural looking tan.

Tips: Apply evenly and really concentrate on rubbing it in. Wash your hands straight after otherwise you will end up with brown between your fingers. Try to keep standing for a while after use to help it sink in - for example I use mine straight after my shower and do my skin care and hair standing up while it's soaking in. Follow those steps and you won't get streaks or patchiness :)

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dmnelson71
19th March, 2014

Thank you for the review. I have been looking for a gradual glow. I am not a tanner and usual burn. I want to maintain my summer color now that we are going into fall. I have always been a little hesitant to try these self tanners. Can't wait

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