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Last Updated 05/07/2003

Discontinued But Not Forgotten

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Banana Boat Sunless Tanning Mousse Soft Medium Blend or
Hawaiian Tropic Herbal Self Tanning Foam
SUN Foaming Tan Overnight from TanForLess.comIt costs more, but it smells better and is completely non-sticky.
Banana Boat Sunless Tanning Mousse Deep Dark BlendSupre Colour Self Tanning Mousse from TanForLess.comIt's very similar, but less sticky.
The Body Shop Watermelon Self TannerZia Solar Intelligents from from TanForLess.comThis is not a close match, but it's the best I can do. Feel free to make suggestions.
Clinique Self Tanning Body BalmEstee Lauder Bronze Booster from EsteeLauder.comThe very second Clinique quit making the Body Balm, Estee Lauder, which owns Clinique, came out with the Bronze Booster. Hmm.
George Hamilton Auto BronzantAu Courant Sunless Tanning Lotion from TanForLess.comI wish I could figure out a way to forward all the email requesting this product to Mr. Hamilton.
Lancome Moisture Active Self-Tanning MousseLancome Flash Bronzer Self-Tanning Magic MousseLancome is bringing their mousse back. It's due in stores in April, 2002.
Matrix Systeme BiolageNothing on the face of the earth.You have my sympathy.
Origins Summer VacationJohn Abaté International Sunless Tanning Lotion from TanForLess.comJohn Abaté may make you forget all about your troubles.
Sears [Circle Of Beauty] Skinplicity Self-Tanner Body Moisturizer medium/darkJohn Abaté International Sunless Tanning Lotion from TanForLess.comJohn Abaté surpasses it in value, color, and scent.
St. TrinidadCVS Sunless Tanning Lotion from CVS.comThe company that made St. Trinidad for Target makes the CVS brand. Rejoice!
Zia Sans Sun [replaced by Zia Solar Intelligents]Beach Coconut Rum at TanForLess.comThe same dark brown color with just one application. Much better smelling, too.

Well Loved But Budget Destroying

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Bain de Soleil StreakguardSUN Laboratories Tan Overnight from TanForLess.comThis top of the line brand costs less, works better, and will make you regret your spendthrift past. Savings: 41%.
Clarins Self Tanning GelBanana Boat Sunless Tanning Creme Soft Medium BlendThese products are so similar it's infuriating. Savings: 66%.
Clarins Self Tanning Milk SPF6SUN Luxurious Self Tanning Milk from TanForLess.comThe SUN Milk smells better, works just as well, and costs less. Savings: 64%.
DDF Sun Free Self TannerGlow Smart Self-Tanning Lotion from GlowSmart.netRemarkably similar color and texture. Has a little lemony fragrance. Savings: 30%.
Estee Lauder Go Bronze Tinted Self-Tanner For FaceAu Courant Bronze Face Gel in Copper from TanForLess.comThe same tint that looks so lovely on olive skin, but without the shiny stuff that makes you look like a Xmas ornament. Savings: 28%.
Estee Lauder Self-Action Sunless SuperTan [for the body] MediumNeutrogena Sunless Tanning Lotion in Medium Deep from Drugstore.comThey even smell the same. I swear you won't regret it. Savings: 66%.
philosophy the healthy tanPaula's Choice Self Tanning Gel from Paulaschoice.comPaula's Choice costs less, lasts longer, and is easier to apply. Savings: 46%.
Shiseido Self-Tanning Protective Face Cream SPF8Bain de Soleil Faces Tinted Self Tanning Creme from TanForLess.comThe Bain de Soleil product isn't actually tinted, and it has the same super smooth texture. Savings: 60%.
Tan PerfectSUN Laboratories Ultra Dark from TanForLess.comThe world is a very strange place. Hence, Ultra Dark, a superior product, costs less than Tan Perfect. Savings: 24%.

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