First off, it smells like a delicious cocktail made with Grand Marnier
and coconut. Seriously! Straight out of the
tube, the scent is 100%
orange liqueur, and as you spread it on, the tropical coconut makes its
appearance. I seriously think there is a cocktail recipe in the works
here.Strike Gold has a gel texture, and like many tinted gel tanners,
looks a lot darker in your hand than on the skin. It spreads easily and
coats your bod in just a light veil of instant color, taking the edge
off the pale without turning you orange. The shimmer is noticeable, but
only up close, and not so much that it would incite a call from the HR
department if you came to work wearing it.An even, golden tan develops,
predictably, within a few hours. I had no issues with blotches or
streaks, mostly because Strike Gold spreads remarkably well.This
spreadability, however, is also the product's only downfall. While it's
very emollient on the skin, it takes FOREVER to dry! I'd recommend
waiting a full hour before getting dressed, especially if the weather
outside is warm or humid. Standing in front of the air conditioner
definitely helps.In tint, intensity, texture, and drying time, Strike
Gold is a very close cousin to beauty editor favorite Lancome Flash
Bronzer Self Tan For Legs. So if you like the emollient feel of the
Lancome and don't mind the drying time, you might want to give this one
a try as well!