Holly Willoughby looked so radiant when she returned to our screens for her new hosting gig on Netflix's Celebrity Bear Hunt, dressed to kill in multiple mini dresses and playsuits, she showed off an enviable tan that looked so natural. The secret to Holly's sunkissed glow? The former This Morning presenter has revealed that she doesn't wear fake tan, but she does use the Vita Liberata Body Makeup for a bronzed appearance.
Previously speaking on the Beauty Full Lives podcast, Holly said: "Everybody thinks I wear fake tan but I hate fake tan! Never been able to get on with it. I'm always linked to different fake tan brands and it's nonsense because I've probably had three fake tans in my life. But this leg stuff, I really like it. If I'm wearing a skirt on This Morning, sometimes I put a bit on my legs just to even the tone out a little bit".
© Kieron McCarronThe bestselling Body Blur has a wash-off formula designed to give a bronzed finish while smoothing out any imperfections. As someone who uses fake tan religiously every week, I was keen to try out Holly's alternative – and this is what I thought.
My first impression was how lovely the colour looked. It does appear quite dark when it first comes out of the tube, but as I applied it I found it blended out really nicely into a natural-looking tan with a glowy tint. It definitely does give a flawless appearance, and I noticed that it thoroughly covered any marks on my skin.
© Sophie BatesRetailing at £35 this is slightly pricier than some regular fake tans, although as an alternative for when you want to look bronzed but don't want to tan, it's a great, long-lasting option. It also comes with a brush for easy application.
The brand recommends applying to skin that's clean and free from moisturiser. I found that the tan blended nicely, and I didn't experience any streaks or patchiness.
The body blur comes in Light, Medium, and Dark shades, and while I am fair-skinned, I opted for the medium which perfectly matched what I was looking for. I would imagine that the light shade is quite subtle, so it's maybe a good one to start with if you're not used to tanning and have pale skin, however, if you want to achieve more of a bronzed look, I would choose the medium or dark shades depending on your complexion.
© BootsThe body makeup didn't feel sticky on my skin and I didn't experience any transfer onto my clothes, although I personally wouldn't risk wearing white clothing while using the product. It washed off so easily, which is great at the end of the day, but also means you should be cautious to avoid rain or drinks being spilled on your skin if you're on a night out.
The Body Blur has received an impressive 4.7/5 stars on Amazon, with plenty of shoppers praising its flawless appearance.
One reviewer wrote: "Used to add some colour to arms and legs for a wedding. Used brush supplied, colour a bit alarming at first but soon fades as you rub it in. Leaves a lovely natural colour. Didn't run onto bedding at night then showered in the morning had to rub with flannel and voila all removed. Great product not the cheapest but worth extra."
Final thoughts on the Vita Liberata Body Makeup
Holly's go-to body makeup is absolutely worth trying if you're looking for a wash-off tanning option for special occasions, spontaneous plans, and days when you don't have time to apply a fake tan. I would say that it's particularly effective for use on your legs when you want to feel a little more confident wearing skirts and dresses. I know that I will be taking mine on holiday to apply in the evenings for an extra glow that can be washed off.
