While I have basketfuls of sunscreen, self-tanners, bronzers, etc. in my hall closet, one thing that I rarely come across are skincare essentials for after-tanning.

Keep Sarah Scott's TanKeeper after-tan healing cream on your nightstand and apply after a day in the sun....you'll be glad you did. It has a chemical-free formula made with 100% natural ingredients, so you can feel good about moisturizing your skin after catching some rays -- either at the beach or just spending a day outside. It has what you would expect in a high-quality natural lotion - aloe, grapeseed, coconut and rosemary. However, it also adds the healing power of honey (yes organic honey - but don't worry, the lotion is smooth and creamy and not sticky or greasy) and also adds vitamin E to further accelerate healing.
TanKeeper was featured in Natural Health Magazine recently and is available at
http://www.tankeeper.com/