Dove Energy Glow Daily Moisturizer and Self Tanning Lotion Review

In my quest to find the ultimate self-tanner, last year I started to use some of the new lotions that have a touch of self-tanner in them. They're supposed to give the skin a subtle tan that builds very gradually which is what I prefer.  For years I've endured streaks, orange spots, dark spots, not tan spots, you name it so I think the slow, subtle products are best for me.  One of the products I tried is Dove's Energy Glow Daily Moisturizer with Subtle Self Tanner in the Medium color. 

I applied the pinkish tan colored lotion to my arms, legs, chest back and neck after showering every day for about a week.  It has a fruity/floral scent that I'm not wild about. I don't hate it but I really like delightful fruity or foody scents and am not a floral girl at all so I'm not drawn to the scent of this product whatsoever as it's a bit too heavy on the flowers for my taste.  The lotion is fairly thick but thin enough that it comes out of the bottle easily, applies smoothly, and absorbs into the skin quickly.  I felt a bit greasy for a few hours after using it.

I allowed the lotion to dry completely before getting dressed and none of my clothing was discolored at the end of the day which was nice.  After using this product for 5 days in a row I did notice a slight change in the color of my legs.  The change is so subtle though that I barely notice any difference and expected a bit more color.  It moisturized well but didn't add much color at all.  Based on the lack of color and that I do not like the scent, I will not be purchasing Dove Energy Glow Daily Moisturizer again and will stick to the one I do like - Vaseline Healthy Body Glow.