Tanning Wipes Are Trending—Here Are the Best Ones

Get tanner in just one minute.

By Allie Hogan, Associate Beauty Editor · Sep 14, 2022

As summer slips away, we’re desperately trying to keep the sunny vibes alive a little longer. One way to make it feel like summer all year long is by maintaining a gorgeous glowing tan. We know the rays from the sun aren’t good for us, which is why we apply ample sunscreen, so we need another way to keep up our tans. Even easier than sprays, lotions or gels are tanning wipes. With minimal mess, easy cleanup and just a few quick swipes you can be beautifully bronzed in minutes. Tanning wipes are trending, seeing over 22 percent growth in searches since last year, according to Spate data. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite tanning wipes for you to try this trend.

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TanTowel Classic Total Body Self-Tan Towelette ($30)

The brand’s motto is “Look good naked,” and we can attest that not only do you look good after using the self-tan towelette, you feel more confident too. In just a few minutes, you’ll be tanner and ready to take on upcoming events. TanTowel also has a towelette specifically formulated to help with anti-aging as it tans you.

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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Glow Pad For Body With Active Vitamin D ($45)

As a bonus, these self-tanning wipes have tons of skin-care benefits. Using these pads will firm and smooth skin while helping minimize the need for shaving. The ingredients also work to help with anti-aging, repair and nourish skin and combat blemishes and irritation.

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L’Oreal Paris Sublime Bronze Self-tanning Towelettes ($14)

These drugstore wipes dry streak-free and promote a very natural-looking tan. They’re perfect for on-the-go or at-home use. They feature vitamin E and gentle AHAs for smoother skin.

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M-61 PowerGlow Peel Gradual Tan ($36)

The M-61 wipes promise to take only one minute and one step. The wipes not only gradually tan skin but exfoliate it with glycolic, vitamin K and chamomile to promote an even better glow.

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SOL by Jergens Full Body Towelettes ($11)

SOL by Jergens Towelettes deliver sun-inspired, natural-looking color. The wipes include fresh coconut water, passion fruit essence and a self-tanning agent derived from natural sugars, all of which are certain to transport you to island time.