Self Tanner Body Lotion (Travel Size)

While it is not certified organic, our natural self tanner is made up of 81% water and certified organic ingredients, the other 19% are naturally derived ingredients and it does not include any potentially harmful additives.

Yes! Our 4 oz self tanner body lotion TSA-approved sized so you can travel without fear (or pasty skin).

Great question! The Fair to Medium self tanners are perfect for people with pink or cool undertones, fair skin, or those looking for a very subtle tan. Not sure if this is you? You will likely want this formula if you burn easily, freckle, or see blue or purple tinted veins when you look at the underside of your wrist. The Medium to Dark Self Tanners are perfect for those with neutral, olive, or warm undertones or people looking for a deeper tan. If you tan really easily or if your viens are greenish or invisbible when you look at the underside of your wrist, this is likely the formula for you. As always our dye free self tanners can be used by any skin tone, you’ll just need to pick your level of tan and which version works best with your gorgeous undertones to create your ideal tan!

(Note: For reference, if you’re an avid Beauty By Earth fan, our original self tanner lotion is considered Medium to Dark. So if this tanner worked great for you, so will our other medium-dark varieties!)

The active ingredient in our self tanner is DHA, a sugar derivative that gives the top layer of the skin a bronzed glow. Non-GMO and overflowing with plant-based goodness. It’s backed up by a carefully selected combination of supporting ingredients, including organic aloe vera leaf juice (for luscious hydration), organic shea butter (for maximum moisturization), and organic pomegranate and cranberry extract (because who doesn’t love a bit of fruitiness in their self tanner?).

We can’t pinpoint the exact number of days – that will vary based on your application method, skin type, and how often you reapply. Many of our customers who have left self tanner reviews report that their tan lasted 5-7 days.

Prep Your Skin:

Exfoliate: For an even tan, start with smooth skin. Shower and gently exfoliate your skin, focusing on dry areas like elbows, knees, and ankles.

Moisturize Trouble Spots:  Once your skin is dry, lightly moisturize areas that tend to soak up more tanner lotion, such as elbows, knees, feet and hands. This prevents the tanner from absorbing too much and turning those areas darker than the rest of your body.

Apply Self Tanner:

Apply a quarter-size amount of our clean-ingredient self tanner onto your mitt or applicator brush. Begin applying in sections, starting from your legs and work your way up. Use long, sweeping motions to ensure a streak-free application. Make sure to apply more lightly and blend well on your wrists, ankles, and hands. For your back, apply tanner with a back applicator or grab a friend to help.

Wait for Tan To Develop:

For best results, wait at least an hour with the tanner on your skin before showering, swimming, or doing any kind of aerobic exercise. After 6-8 hours, you'll see that beautiful tan develop. If you want to go darker, just reapply another coat after about an hour. 

Maintain Tan:

Help your tan last by daily applying moisturizer to your skin. 

Uh-uh, no way. We never use parabens, phthalates, sulfates, artificial fragrances, or any other junk that has no business getting near your skin. And that rule applies to all our products, not just our self tanner. You can find a complete list of ingredients here:

Water, Organic Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Organic Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Dihydroxyacetone (Sugar Beet Derived DHA), Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Organic Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Glycerin (Vegetable), Organic Camellia Oleifera (Japanese Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Organic Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract, Organic Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, Organic Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Organic Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Organic Argania Spinosa Kernel (Argan) Oil, Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Pulp Extract, Vanilla Tahitensis (Vanilla) Fruit Extract.

Any self tanner will leave streaks if it’s not used correctly, but with good technique our self tanner is primed to give you an even glow. If you really want great results, our spa-quality self tanner applicator mitts are your best bet.

Our Self Tanner is perfectly safe for expectant women. Though if there is ever a question or concern it is always best to check in with your Doctor or Midwife. 

Our self tanner can provide great color, but it won’t protect you from the sun as it does not contain SPF ingredients. Make sure to keep up with your sunscreen routine no matter how often you use our tanner.

Absolutely. Self tanning is a much safer alternative to spending time in the sun or in tanning beds. Exposure to UVA and UVB radiation can cause premature aging, including age spots, fine lines, wrinkles, freckles, and more. With enough time it can leave your skin looking tough and leathery. And don’t even get us started on the cancer risk… No way around it – self tanning with a natural tanner is the best way to go.

Our self tanner is filled with natural ingredients that are gentle on sensitive skin. However, with any new product, it’s always a good idea to do a test patch before using it on larger areas. Take a look through our self tanner reviews to find out how other customers with sensitive skin reacted – the response has been overwhelmingly positive.

As often as needed! Keep an eye on your tan, and when it starts to fade go ahead and reapply. Most customers find that their tan lasts about 7 days before fading, but if you notice a difference sooner, there’s no reason not to reapply.

Take the time to apply it right – exfoliate first, be generous with the amount you use, and use a self tanning mitt. We find that we can extend the life of our tan by sticking to warm (not hot) showers and by moisturizing daily.