It’s not glamorous. It’s not sexy. But if you live on your own (or want to keep your self-tanning secret to yourself), BOY is this useful.

The Folding Back Applicator was devised by Velvotan in response to a survey in which 90% of those taking part asked for help in tanning ‘hard-to-reach’ areas – and the upper back, notoriously, tops that list. You flip open the device (as per the name, it has a folding handle), then slip one of Velvotan’s Deluxe Tanning Mitts over the top. As anyone who’s ever bothered to use a tanning mitt can attest, they really do make for a smoother finish, but when slipped over the applicator, allow for even application, while avoiding accidentally tanning your palms. (Velvotan pioneered the tanning mitt, 15 years ago, and have sold more than 50 million mitts, globally; they’re available in all sorts of colours and snazzy designs).

Sure beats using brushes, cling film, rubber gloves or even socks! Apparently, 77% of survey respondents had resorted to, before this baby came along.

Flipping brilliant! In every way.

Back Applicator/£5.99 – buy here

Deluxe Mitts/£3.99 – buy here

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