Spring means that we’re going to spend more time outside. And as the weather gets warmer, that means our wardrobes are about to change too. Yes, wearing shorts is just a few short weeks away. Stay calm moms, you can be ready in no time.

I’m a natural redhead, which means I have very fair—a.k.a. pasty—skin. I cannot tan and I will never be tan. It’s a mantra I repeat over and over. I wear sunscreen, high level SPF, because I burn. So do my kids. But it doesn’t mean that my bright white legs have to stay that way.

Over the years, I’ve tried a variety of products to enhance my “natural” color. Ironically, one of the most natural, and economical products is Nivea Sun-Kissed Radiant Skin. For less than $8, this is a must-have for me. It has a gradual self-tanner and a daily moisturizing lotion. And most importantly, it doesn’t have that horrible fake tanner smell, nor does it leave you with that awful orange color.

I’ve been using it for about a week now and I love how the color comes on gradually. It makes the winter fade away. I use it all spring and then by the time summer rolls around, I find that it's not really necessary any longer. It is a great product.