Being from Southern California, I take my tanning routine very seriously.

Frying in the sun was basically my sport. That was, until I got sun poisoning. 

Now, tanning involves lathering on sunscreen, hoping the UV rays can work their magic beneath pounds of thick SPF. 

And, as much as I love self-tanning foam, a natural summer tan always beats a fake one. 

Thankfully, the self-tan experts at Coco & Eve launched their first SPF line just in time for this season’s summer days. 

The Sunny Honey Protect line has the glow-forward, lightweight formulas that make protecting your skin while tanning feel luxurious.

With three distinct finishes, there’s a formula to suit every tanning style and preference.

I put each one to the test to see which SPF deserves a spot in your beach bag before summer comes to an end.

The second I pumped on this milky sunscreen, I was immediately shocked. Unlike other sunscreens that take forever to rub all the way into your skin, this one is actually lightweight and effortlessly absorbs in a matter of seconds, leaving behind no white cast or pale effect.

There’s a slight glowy finish, but the best part is that it’s not greasy or sticky and feels completely dry and natural.

After applying Coco & Eve’s Highlighter Body SPF, my skin feels and looks hydrated. The sunscreen leaves a dewy finish without being obvious that there’s anything on my skin. I love that it’s not overly greasy or sparkly like some body glow sunscreens, so I can subtly shimmer while protecting my skin from the sun.

This viral bestseller is a tanning essential. Both a body oil and sunscreen, it boosts your natural tanning effect with a biomimetic peptide that also provides protection against photoaging.

I’ve tried lots of tanning oils, but I love that this Tan Boosting Anti-Aging one has a clear finish that won’t get all over your towel and clothes. It’s fast-absorbing and doesn’t take forever to settle into your skin, so you won’t feel like you’re soaking in a puddle of oil as you tan.

The glowiest of the four products, this body oil boosts the depth of your natural tan without compromising SPF protection. It also fights early signs of aging with ingredients that nourish the skin, support oxidative stress, and combat visible signs of aging, making the oil a triple threat.

Even though it feels the thickest on my skin, it still sets quickly, feels comfortable and less overbearingly oily than most tanning oils.

For over 200 years, the New York Post has been America’s go-to source for bold news, engaging stories, in-depth reporting, and now, insightful shopping guidance. We’re not just thorough reporters – we sift through mountains of information, test and compare products, and consult experts on any topics we aren’t already schooled specialists in to deliver useful, realistic product recommendations based on our extensive and hands-on analysis. Here at The Post, we’re known for being brutally honest – we clearly label partnership content, and whether we receive anything from affiliate links, so you always know where we stand. We routinely update content to reflect current research and expert advice, provide context (and wit) and ensure our links work. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.