I want to start getting tan in the spring...
but i dont want to go tanning like last summer. I love tanning but im so scared of getting cancer since it runs in my family. What are some good sunless tanning alternatives? Does mystic tanning work well? I have olive colored skin (i'm part japanese but most ppl think im hispanic) will tht make a diff? What are some good sunless tan lotions?

I would use a self tanner, medium, and build youra tan that way, a myst tan is only gonna make you orange.
atleast with a self tanner, try L'Oreals, gel or cream, and build it that way, and also try a test spot.

Bath and body works has a really good one that doesnt make you look orange. BUT you have to wsh your hands REALLY good afterwords or your hands will be orange.

I find the best developing tanner is L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Spray. Spray 10-20cm away from you body and rub in.

Use a tanning mit or cotton gloves with latex gloves underneath, this will ensure that your hands don't build up the tan. Also, bare in mind that when you spray your upper body, the excess mist eventually travels to your feet, so use sparingly on your feet as they will have had enough built up already.

It lasts about 7 days even with showering. No streaks!

Good luck!

Mystic tan is nice but its more of a temporary fix, it doesn't last nearly as long as a real tan (1-2 days) and you will need to go a couple times to get a good color.
Also, mystic tends to leave you uneven and you cant shower for I believe 8 hours after you get it.
I have found that using a lotion that tints your skin daily works far better, it is less expensive, last much longer and because it is gradual it doesn't end up streaky or splotchy.
I tried a few brands and liked dove the best. It didnt irritate my skin and smells better then jergins. It also gave me good color and is avaliable particularly for your face.