I've been self-tanning for as long as I can remember. I've always loved a nice bronze glow and thankfully realized in my early 20s how bad the sun is for you, so

I've since turned to sunless solutions. I've been using a bronzing mousse for years (St. Tropez is my favorite) but have recently discovered self-tanning drops and I'm officially hooked. I still love the mousse before an event or a trip as it provides a major boost of color quickly, but the process is a bit involved for maintaining everyday color.

This is where self-tan drops shine—they're customizable so you can control the level of color you get, plus they're beyond easy to use. Just mix a few drops into your favorite moisturizer and apply to your face and body as you normally would. Then go about your day and a few hours later you have a nice golden tan with minimal effort. I find this to be a much more sustainable way of tanning and I like that I can just add a touch of color that feels better for everyday looks. 

Summer is right around the corner so I figured it was time to do some research on the best self-tanning drops to add to my routine. With a combined total of 3679 reviews, the below self-tanning drops are the best of the best. Keep reading to see what reviewers had to say about each, plus some tips on prepping your skin to ensure the best at-home tan.