Glow Tips

The difference between Instant, Express and Gradual all comes down to how quickly you want colour and how much control you’re after. Instant gives you immediate colour that you can see straight away. It’s perfect for a last-minute glow and washes off with soap and water. Express develops in as little as 1 hour. You can rinse after 1–3 hours depending on how deep you want your tan to be. The longer you leave it on (within that window), the deeper the result. If you need your deepest glow in 1 hour, Ultra Express will be your go to for same-day ready occasions. Gradual is developed for daily use, building subtle colour over time. It’s a great low-commitment option if you prefer a softer, more natural-looking glow. Our Gradual Self Tans are also a great product if you're wanting to maintain your tan and keep your glow going. If you need colour tonight, go for Instant or Ultra Express. If you’re after something more subtle and buildable, Gradual is your best bet.

Face sunscreens are typically lighter in texture and designed for daily wear. You’ll find oil-free, tinted, no added fragrance and skincare-first options made to sit well under makeup and feel comfortable on delicate facial skin. Body sunscreens focus on durability and coverage, making them ideal for larger areas and longer wear outdoors.If you’re applying SPF daily under makeup, choose a face sunscreen. For beach days or full-body coverage, go for a body sunscreen.

The difference comes down to wear time, sweat resistance and how you like to apply it. Regular sunscreen is designed for everyday protection and general outdoor use. Sports sunscreen is sweat and water-resistant, making it ideal for swimming, training or long days in the sun. Sunscreen mists are perfect for fast, convenient reapplication on-the-go. If you’re swimming or training, choose Sports. For quick top-ups throughout the day, a mist makes it easy.

To remove an old tan or to fix a mistake and start fresh, use our Tan Eraser as your reset step. Apply it generously to dry skin, leave it on for 5–10 minutes to break down the self tan, then rinse in the shower while gently exfoliating with our Exfoliating Mitt. Finish by moisturising well so your skin is smooth, hydrated, and ready for a fresh, even tan application in 24 hours. Perfect to keep on hand if you're worried about self tanning mistakes!

Your Bondi Sands tan typically lasts 5–7 days, and with proper skin preparation and regular moisturising, it can last even longer and fade evenly. Keep in mind that everyone’s skin exfoliates at a different rate, which can affect longevity. To maintain your glow and extend your tan, our Gradual Tanning Products are the perfect solution.

Yep, sunscreen can absolutely be applied over self tan, as long as your tan has fully developed and the colour guide has been washed off. For a bit of coverage or if you want some colour and SPF in one easy step, our Tinted Sunscreens are a great option to enhance your glow while protecting your skin at the same time.

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