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Kelsea Ballerini flaunted her effortless, sun-kissed glow on last night’s 2025 Grammy Awards red carpet, thanks to St. Tropez’s cult-favorite Self Tan Express Bronzing Mousse.and makeup artist Kelsey Deenihan.
Since becoming an instant best-seller in 2008, St. Tropez Self Tan Express Bronzing Mousse has reached icon status as one of the best self tanners for the beauty routines of both celebrities and beauty enthusiasts, renowned for delivering a natural-looking, fresh-from-vacation glow in just a few hours. Over the years, its rapid development time and varied shade options have made it a go-to for both red carpet events and casual wear. Celebrities like Selma Hayek, Bella Hadid, and Kate Moss have all praised the formula for its streak-free finish and long-lasting results with Moss being the brand’s first-ever celebrity ambassador. In 2021, Ashley Graham became a brand ambassador and continues to work with the brand today.
To achieve Ballerini’s red carpet faux tan sans streaks, her makeup artist used the St. Tropez Double Sided Luxe Tan Applicator Mitt to apply the bronzing mousse in circular motions, ensuring even coverage across all areas. After allowing the tan to set for two hours, the artist rinsed off the mousse to reveal a beautiful, medium bronze glow that lasted well after the night was over. Deenihan recommends exfoliating and moisturizing before applying the tan to ensure the skin is smooth and hydrated. This step helps the tan to deliver a flawless finish and last longer. The beauty of St. Tropez Self Tan Express Bronzing Mousse, she explains, lies in its customizable timing.
As for Grammy nominee’s makeup, Deenihan used all Covergirl products to pump up the glam. To accentuate the glow from her tan, she used Covergirl Trublend Skin Enhancer Balm Contour Stick in shade 120 Sculpted and Covergirl TruBlend Skin Enhancer Blush Balm in shade 220 Nude Flush.
Ballerini’s self-tan perfection complemented her bombshell blonde hair and sexy black Tamara Ralph minidress, featuring a plunging neckline and a white floor-length shawl. The effect was Hollywood glamour at its finest, which was fitting for the night that paid tribute to the city of Los Angeles following the devastating wildfires.
Kelsea Ballerini at the 67th Grammy Awards 2025 held at the Crypto.com Arena on February 2, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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Whether you’re prepping for a Valentine’s Day date, a special formal function, or simply want to revive dull winter skin, St. Tropez Self Tan Express Bronzing Mousse offers an accessible, rejuvenating golden glow for less than $50, all from the comfort of your home.
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Alexandra (Nana) Regueiro is a fashion and beauty writer with a flair for clean skin care, makeup, and hair care products. She covers everything from in-depth product reviews to the latest industry news and shopping trends. Her work can be found in ELLE, Bustle, PS formerly known as Popsugar, and more.
