FAQ - SUNLESS TANNING MIST

Our Sunless Tanning Mist how-to video takes you through application from start to finish. This video is linked above. You can also find it on the Sunless Tanning Mist product page.

No, our Sunless Tanning Mist is not an instant tanner. It goes on clear and develops gradually over the next 24 hours, with a natural-looking glow starting to appear within 3–4 hours. There's no immediate color or bronzer—just a seamless, mess-free application that lets the tan develop evenly over time.

No. Our Sunless Tanning Mist is 100% dye-free and comes out crystal clear. The active tanning agents in our formula—DHA and Erythrulose—only react with the amino acids found in your skin’s outermost layer, meaning they can’t develop color on fabric or other surfaces. That said, be sure to allow your skin to fully dry before getting dressed to ensure an even tan.

Our Sunless Tanning Mist uses ultra-fine continuous mist technology for seamless, even coverage. That said, as with any fine spray, a small amount of overspray is expected—and it has to settle somewhere. We recommend standing on a towel to keep your space clean. Rest assured, the formula is designed to react only with your skin, so even if mist lands elsewhere, it won’t stain. Just wipe it up as you would any other residue. Many customers also prefer applying it in a shower or tub for added convenience.

Our ultra-fine mist is designed to dry quickly and seamlessly. Skin is typically completely dry to the touch within 15-20 minutes after one even layer. Ensure skin is dry to the touch before applying subsequent layers or dressing.

Your tan will begin to develop within 3–4 hours and reach full depth within 24 hours. For best results, avoid showering, sweating, or getting skin wet for at least 6–8 hours after application to allow the color to fully activate.

Your tan will begin to develop within 3–4 hours and continue to deepen over the next 24 hours. To allow the color to fully activate, avoid showering, getting your skin wet, or sweating for at least 8 hours after application. For optimal, deeper results, wait until 12 hours to let the Erythrulose fully activate.

Our ultra-fine mist is designed to fall delicately onto the skin, veiling it evenly without the need to rub in. The sheer, weightless application helps ensure a smooth, streak-free finish every time. That said, it’s important to apply correctly—spray in circular motions from 8–10 inches away, and allow time to dry between layers for the most even result. Once you are finished applying, please ensure skin is completely dry to the touch before getting dressed.

No rubbing needed—our ultra-fine mist is designed to evenly veil your skin when sprayed in circular motions from 8–10 inches away. Avoid holding the nozzle too close, as that can cause dripping. If you do notice any drips, gently blend with your fingertips for a smooth, even finish. Let each layer dry fully before applying another to avoid oversaturation.

The ultra-fine mist is designed to distribute evenly when sprayed in slow, circular motions from 8–10 inches away. As you apply, look for the visible sheen—or light “wetness”—on the skin as a guide. You’ll also feel a cooling veil as it lands. For extra assurance, apply in good lighting and use a mirror to check for full, even coverage.

Absolutely. We designed our Sunless Tanning Mist with seamless layering in mind. The ultra-fine mist makes it easy to build color gradually—just be sure to let each layer dry fully before applying the next for an even, natural-looking finish.

No—our formula is carefully designed to avoid orange tones. We blend DHA with natural Erythrulose, a slower-developing, sugar-derived tanning agent that reacts with your skin’s amino acids to create a more gradual, even, and cooler-toned color. The result mimics a real sun tan—never orange, always natural.

We recommend watching our how-to video for a full step-by-step guide. For hands and feet, mist the tops in circular motions from 8–10 inches away. As with all sunless tanners, these trickier areas can absorb more product, leading to oversaturation, as they tend to be drier. You can apply a very light layer of oil-free body lotion between fingers, toes, and on any dry patches before misting to ensure an even result.

Sunless Tanning Mist is subtly infused with our signature Privet Bloom scent, characterized by crisp, clean, uplifting notes. It is a green, white floral fragrance inspired by summer in the Hamptons.

Expect your tan to last about 5–7 days. The exact duration can vary depending on your skin’s natural cell turnover and how well you maintain hydration. To extend wear, keep your skin moisturized (aim to use oil-free products) and avoid exfoliating too soon after application. Applying a light reapplication every few days can help maintain a consistent glow.

Our Sunless Tanning Mist isn’t an instant or makeup-based tanner—it’s a clear, gradual formula that develops by reacting with the amino acids in your skin. Once developed, the color won’t rinse off in water like makeup would. As with any sunless tan, over time it will gradually fade with your skin’s natural exfoliation cycle, but sweating, showering, swimming, or getting your skin wet won’t wash it away.

The ingredients in our Sunless Tanning Mist formula are considered safe for external use during pregnancy. Some OBs recommend using lotions or mousses instead of mists during pregnancy to avoid inhalation. We recommend clearing use with your doctor beforehand.

Yes, our Sunless Tanning Mist formula is vegan and certified Leaping Bunny approved.

Yes—our Sunless Tanning Mist is free from dyes, parabens, sulfates, phthalates, PEGs, and mineral oil. It’s made with skin-supportive, plat-based ingredients like Aloe Vera, Witch Hazel, and Sodium PCA, and is formulated to meet modern clean beauty standards. If you have specific sensitivities, feel free to review the full ingredient list or reach out to us with questions.

Water, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Ethoxydiglycol, Dihydroxyacetone, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Dipropylene Glycol, Alcohol, Erythrulose, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Sodium PCA, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycereth-7, Isoceteth-20, Methyl Gluceth-20, Citric Acid, Fragrance .

Our formula is lightweight, non-comedogenic, and enriched with skin-supportive ingredients like Aloe Vera and Sodium PCA—making it suitable for most skin types, including combination and dry skin. That said, as with all skincare products, if you have highly sensitive or reactive skin, we always recommend doing a patch test first or consulting with your dermatologist. Applying a light reapplication every few days can help maintain a consistent glow.

Yes—our formula goes beyond color. It’s infused with skin-supportive ingredients like Sodium PCA to help lock in moisture, Aloe Vera to soothe and hydrate, and Witch Hazel to balance and tone. Each time you tan, you’re also infusing your skin with nourishing care. And because hydrated skin holds onto sunless color longer, the added moisture support helps extend the life of your tan.

Our Sunless Tanning Mist contains DHA and Erythrulose—two tanning agents that react with the outermost layer of skin (and similarly, can react with hair). Because our formula is delivered as an ultra-fine mist for even application, some overspray could settle on light-colored hair, particularly around the face.

For this reason, we recommend pulling hair back and covering any white, blonde, or light-colored hair during application to avoid the possibility of discoloration. A shower cap, headband or towel wrap works great for this. Ensure your hairline is completely covered during application