The 30 best gradual tanning lotion brands

Vita Liberata, Bondi Sands and Skinny Tan lead our ranking of 30 gradual tanning lotion brands. Compare what each brand makes, visit its official site, or shop it online.

Gradual Tanning Lotion brands, ranked

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    Vita Liberata

    Vita Liberta is the number one cosmetic brand to get the perfect tan your skin needs. With an enormous range of skin tan products, it has become a top-class brand with premium quality products. One of its bestsellers is the heavenly elixir that is s advanced tinted tanning with elixir medium, a moisturizing, cocoa-scented self-tan that seeps into your skin. It combines nourishing, organic ingredients with the most recent advances in skincare technology.

    Popularity 10.0/10

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    Bondi Sands

    Founded in Australia, Bondi Sands manufactures people's most preferred range of beauty and skincare products. Their motivation comes from the weather conditions of the sea and sand of the Australian coasts. They are passionate about fulfilling every customer's tanning desires and preparing them for a beautiful sunbathing by the sea. These products are purely vegan and carefully tested before being released onto the market. The products ensure hydrated and glowing skin for every customer.

    Popularity 6.9/10

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    Skinny Tan

    Skinny Tan is a brand based in the UK which deals with the production and delivery of skin tanning products. This brand was developed and innovated by a woman some years ago with the zeal of producing a wide range of products that performs tanning over any skin tone, type, shape, and size. It is a trusted and reliable brand that has served many of its customers. People find their services valuable and effective. It does not involve the usage of harsh chemicals. Instead, it creates the products using skin-friendly and long-lasting ingredients.

    Popularity 6.2/10

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    Dove

    Dove is a beautiful home for people who like to make their looks a sense of their confidence. Dove defines beauty as something original that makes you feel like you are the best version of yourself. The company makes beauty products to enrich the experience in the beautifying process. They are entirely cruelty-free, so no animals are harmed in manufacturing. All the products are made with the purest of ingredients. Dove gives you the freedom of beauty.

    Popularity 5.8/10

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    Mine Tan

    Considered the global self-tanning powerhouse, Mine Tan is a brand that offers self-tanning foam and sprays to get that natural-looking tan. Mine Tan believes that tan should be unique to every person and thus helps you find the right shade and product on its “shade finder” tab. Even if you are a newcomer or a professional, they offer products for both categories. Their products provide you with the skincare you need so that your tan does not look flaky and gives it hydration and illumination.

    Popularity 5.5/10

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    St. Moriz

    St. Moriz is a vegan-friendly cosmetic products brand. Established in 2008, the brand strives to provide high-quality self-tanning products for women who love a natural sun-tan look. After 14 years, the brand continues to offer consistent product offerings at affordable prices. Its product portfolio is categorized under skin, range, and product types, enabling easier browsing through its site. The company offers self-tanning and everyday use lotions, mousses, sprays, serums, primers, removers, and make-up accessories.

    Popularity 5.3/10

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    Australian Gold

    Protection cream dor skins are curated by the native Australian ingredients, hand-picked by a renowned brand named Australian Gold. It was specially curated for beachside and surf shops. Still eventually, the business expanded because of its excellent products that are not harsh to the skin and intensify the inner beauty. These are some of the most adored products by Australian Gold.

    Popularity 5.0/10

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    Sally Hansen

    Sally Hansen is a personal care company that offers unique products that make beauty easy and accessible. Because they witness it every day, they believe in the transformational power of cosmetics, hair care, and nail care. And they are dedicated to creating innovative items that help women look and feel attractive daily. Choose from a vast mixture of things to quickly achieve your desired appearance. They have everything you need to produce excellent results, from their trademark Salon Effects nail paint strips to award-winning hair equipment.

    Popularity 4.9/10

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    James Read

    James Read Tan is a leading brand of tanning products, crafted and developed by the renowned spray tan artist James Read, who has worked with the top names in the fashion and music industries and gained much repute. Known for...

    Popularity 3.8/10

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    Sienna X

    Every woman likes chemical-free make-up on her skin. So, Sienna X is for you. They want women to feel and look their best, as naturally as they can. They assure the complete genuine efficacy of their products by maintaining an...

    Popularity 3.2/10

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    Tan Inc

    Get out of the old sun tanning methods and use techniques by Sunsational tanning! Customize your spray tan to perfection with the VersaPro Sunless Spa sessions. The company also proffers spa and waxing services so you can pamper your body...

    Popularity 3.1/10

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    Bath & Body Works

    Fragrance can be a powerful form of self-expression. Bath & Body Works is a brand that is entirely focused on fragrances and works to provide its customers with beautiful smells that can brighten up your day and keep you smelling...

    Popularity 2.6/10

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    Almay

    Almay was established in 1931 and has offered the best-quality, chemical-free cosmetics to ladies. This is the cosmetics brand that caters to those with sensitive skin. It has a large selection of items designed to be soft on the skin....

    Popularity 2.4/10

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    Norvell

    No matter the season, there exist people who love to see tanning on their skin, either naturally or artistically. One brand that manufactures tan shading technology, such as an automated spray tan booth which is highly in-demand in the market...

    Popularity 2.0/10

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    Fake Bake

    If bronze is your happy color, Fake Bake is here to make you most joyful. Fake Bake is here to give you that natural-glowing bronze look throughout the entire year. It offers easy-to-use self-tanning products to provide you with that...

    Popularity 2.0/10

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    TanTowel

    TanTowel gives a one-of-a-kind, efficient sunless tanning solution that is simple to apply produces a lovely color, and does not turn you orange. Their simple-to-use products are available in handy quantities that you can include in your regular beauty regimen...

    Popularity 2.0/10

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    Charlotte Ronson

    One of the top American womenswear designers is represented by this company. As a native of the Upper East Side and a member of the omnipresent Ronson family of rock royalty, Charlotte Ronson is a famous fashion designer. She is...

    Popularity 1.7/10

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    Neutrogena

    Neutrogena is a company that dermatologist recommends for skincare. They have hair and skin care products for the needed people. They have great values and special offers for their customers. All the skincare products are made with the best ingredients...

    Popularity 1.7/10

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    Sephora

    Sephora is your beauty insider, providing tips, trends, and information on all things beauty. Shop their handpicked range of classic and rising brands' beauty, skincare, hair, fragrance, and more. Its purpose is to provide the most diverse selection of cosmetic...

    Popularity 1.7/10

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    Mineral Fusion

    Mineral Fusion is the leading natural mineral-based cosmetic brand that started in 2007. They produce make-up that is vegan, paraben, and phthalate-free, with no artificial fragrance or harsh chemicals. They offer products that are healthy for your skin, they nourish,...

    Popularity 1.7/10

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    Coppertone

    Coppertone is the world's most popular skincare and protection brand for children, teenagers, and adults. Coppertone has a comprehensive assortment of sunscreens, sunblocks, and after-sun treatments to keep your skin safe and protected all summer long, whether you're planning a...

    Popularity 1.7/10

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    Mystic Tan

    Mystic tan is a product of Sunless Inc. It is a top-quality customizable sunless tan that creates a natural-looking tan every time. It is formulated with hyaluronic acid providing deep hydration, and its customizable option includes bronzers and scents, creating...

    Popularity 1.7/10

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    ULTA

    Ulta, a cosmetic business, allows everyone to get the greatest beauty and skincare items from their website. The platform enables other firms to engage and offer their items online, giving buyers a diverse selection of options to purchase. Lip plumpers...

    Popularity 1.4/10

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    Palmer’s

    You have an inventive blend of all-natural Palmer's components at your disposal, which are crucial for the health and wellbeing of your skin and hair. They have been a reputable brand in skincare for more than 135 years, and their...

    Popularity 1.4/10

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    Le Tan

    Le Tan is Australia's longest-lasting sunless tanning company, offering various products designed to provide you with the most beautiful and natural-looking tan imaginable. Their products are entirely handcrafted in their Melbourne facility, ensuring that they are free of harsh chemicals...

    Popularity 1.4/10

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    Loving Tan

    Summers bring playful vibes, but tanning brings excitement to zero. The products for the face include complexion enhancement and tan removal that laminates your face with a perfect or sun-kissed glow. Delux bronzing mousse provides a deep, dark look for...

    Popularity 1.4/10

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    Malibu

    Malibu creates a style of eating that naturally keeps you lean and healthy. Their appetizers category has the best view on their page, a recipe of roasted red pepper rainbow veggie wraps. They offer juice recipes, such as wheatgrass juice...

    Popularity 1.0/10

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    Nuskin

    NuSkin offers a wide choice of anti-aging skincare, nutritional supplements, and personal care products to help you look younger, live healthier and feel better. Their treatments are tailored to your unique skin type and problem. Today, have a look at...

    Popularity 1.0/10

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    ModelCo

    ModelCo found its roots 20 years ago in 2002 with Shelley Sullivan. ModelCo creates quality makeup products that are smooth on the skin and easy on the eyes. They are highly innovative in their approach and quick to adapt to...

    Popularity 1.0/10

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    Whitetobrown

    Whitetobrown cosmetics are well known for their superb natural processing, making them one of the most on-sought manufacturers of tanner products in Europe. Their product line includes anything from sunscreen creams to self-tanners. Experienced and self-industries will love this perfect...

    Popularity 1.0/10