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For a quickie tan (that washes off the next day), I use Sally Hansen's Airbrush Legs. You spray it into your hands and then put it wherever you need color. It hides imperfections and does a great job of evening out color (like areas that are tan next to areas that aren't!).
Personally, I find actual tanning lotions a bit difficult to handle (I always end up with streaks, and half of them turn me yellow since my skin is very fair). Your other option, of course, is just to use a bronzer. Sephora can definitely hook you up there, and you can try them on before you buy. BUT I don't know how well it will hide/ even out tan lines.