$17.99 when purchased online
Target Online store #3991
About this item
Highlights
- Vegan, organic, & cruelty- free
- Non- comedogenic = no clogged pores
- Transparent formulation = no transfer onto clothes or sheets
- Odorless
- Hydating
- 12 shades of tanning. More time = more shades = more control
Description
Skin feelin’ thirsty? Hydrate while you tan with our vitamin infused Self-Tan Mousse.
Our transparent water-to-foam formula is the easiest way to achieve an all over, flawless bronze. The lightweight foam glides onto skin- for a tan that’s both fast-drying & mess-free.
Once developed, your glow will last up to one week and fades evenly like your sun tan would. Each bottle is express, so for a light glow, wash off after 2 hours. For the deepest bronze max it out overnight before showering. Available in 3 adaptable shades, choose yours based on your desired end-result: Light Glow, Medium Tan and Dark Bronze.
Using our Self-Tan Mousse will brighten, soften and hydrate with our skin-saving trio of Pink Grapefruit, Goji Berry & Juniper. Extra-firming root & resin extract also work to smooth & tone skin.
With our fresh Eucalyptus fragrance, Tanologist is formulated at a low pH to minimise the traditional “tanner” scent.
Our transparent water-to-foam formula is the easiest way to achieve an all over, flawless bronze. The lightweight foam glides onto skin- for a tan that’s both fast-drying & mess-free.
Once developed, your glow will last up to one week and fades evenly like your sun tan would. Each bottle is express, so for a light glow, wash off after 2 hours. For the deepest bronze max it out overnight before showering. Available in 3 adaptable shades, choose yours based on your desired end-result: Light Glow, Medium Tan and Dark Bronze.
Using our Self-Tan Mousse will brighten, soften and hydrate with our skin-saving trio of Pink Grapefruit, Goji Berry & Juniper. Extra-firming root & resin extract also work to smooth & tone skin.
With our fresh Eucalyptus fragrance, Tanologist is formulated at a low pH to minimise the traditional “tanner” scent.
Scent: Fresh
Health Facts: Vegan
Product Warning: Eye irritant
Product Form: Mousse
Sustainability Claims: Cruelty-Free
Package Quantity: 1
Beauty Purpose: Sunless Tanning
Net weight: 6.76 fl oz (US)
TCIN: 76165936
UPC: 5035832023281
Item Number (DPCI): 037-11-1398
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Ingredients:
water, propylene glycol, dihydroxyacetone, glycerin, ethoxydiglycol, decyl glucoside, glycereth-26, commiphora mukul resin extract, coleus forskohlii root extract, panthenol, ascorbic acid, erythrulose, tocopheryl acetate (vitamin e acetate), aloe barbadensis extract*, calendula officinalis flower oil*, citrus paradisi (grapefruit) fruit extract*, juniperus communis fruit oil*, lycium barbarum fruit extract*, punica granatum extract*, dipropylene glycol, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, fragrance, hexyl cinnamal, limonene, linalool, geraniol, hydroxycitronellal, citric acid, phenoxyethanol, triethylene glycol. *organic
Allergens & Warnings:
THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT CONTAIN A SUNSCREEN AND DOES NOT PROTECT AGAINST SUNBURN. REPEATED EXPOSURE OF UNPROTECTED SKIN WHILE TANNING MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF SKIN AGEING, SKIN CANCER, AND OTHER HARMFUL EFFECTS TO THE SKIN EVEN IF YOU DO NOT BURN., CAUTION - WE ADVISE A PATCH TEST 24 HOURS BEFORE USE. DO NOT APPLY ON BROKEN OR IRRITATED SKIN. AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES. IF REACTION OCCURS, DISCONTINUE USE/SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE.Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 1.77 inches length x 1.77 inches width x 8.03 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.66 pounds
Return details
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Q: Is this safe for use during pregnancy?
submitted by Mel - 3 years ago
A: Hi - yes, safe to use but always best to consult your doctor.
submitted byTanologist Product Expert - 3 years agoBrand expertA: Hello Mel! We recommend you always ask your doctor before trying any new products during pregnancy, we hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: How does this work on mature, sun damaged skin? Do age spots/scars turn darker?
submitted by 75one - 4 years ago
A: Thanks for asking! Our products work to even out skin tone which can reduce the appearance of scars, blemishes, and dark spots. Expert tip is to add moisturizer on top of any dry spots/scars to avoid product clinging.
submitted byTanologist Product Expert - 4 years agoBrand expertA: Add moisturizer before or after the tanning product?
submitted byHeidi - 8 months ago
Q: how long does this last?
submitted by mg - 5 years ago
A: it lasts a good seven days as long as you keep moisturizing your skin while its on and make sure you exfoliate and moisturize before using it to get the best and most natural looking outcome. The company has some good videos and tutorials on their instagram account @tanologisttan if you want to take a look, you can find them in their highlights. If you search on youtube you could probably find some good tanning routines there.
submitted byE - 4 years agoA: the tan last about 7 days. the founder of this brand is Lottie Tomlinson. Her brother Louis Tomlinson. please go buy/stream his album WALLS
submitted byL - 5 years ago
Q: Would this work on the legs of a man?
submitted by josced - 1 year ago
A: Great question! Yes, Tanologist Sunless Self Tanning Mousse will work great for men and has become a popular option for men looking to add a natural-looking glow to their skin. For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page.
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 1 year agoBrand expert
Q: Out of all the different types of applications which is the easiest to apply?
submitted by RM - 2 years ago
A: Hey RM, Great question! The Tanologist Sunless Self Tanning Mousse is an easy application! The transparent water-to-foam formula is the easiest way to achieve an all over, flawless bronze. The lightweight foam glides onto skin- for a tan that’s both fast-drying & mess-free. Don't forget to use it with the Tanologist Self Tan Mitt! For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page.
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 2 years agoBrand expert
Q: im a redhead and i dont know if i should i do the light or the medium. pls help!!
submitted by emily - 3 years ago
A: Hello Emily! I would recommend starting with shade light first to achieve a flawless bronze, we hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: Can you leave it on for more than 4 hours?
submitted by hannah - 3 years ago
A: Hi hannah! Yes, you can! For a light tan you can leave this on for as little as 2 hours. But if you are going for a deeper bronze you can leave it on over night and wash it off in the morning. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: Can you put the tanner on your face?
submitted by Kaitlyn - 3 years ago
A: Yes, all Tanologist tanners are dermatologist approved and noncomedogenic. However, our Self Tan Drops are easy to apply to the face and are mixed with your favorite moisturizer x
submitted byTanologist Product Expert - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: For people who have tried both, mousse or spray?
submitted by Brooke - 4 years ago
A: Whether you choose to tan with the water or mousse is really down to your own personal preference. The mousse is a smooth, velvety foam that is designed to be pumped on to a tanning mitt and glided over the skin. The water is designed to be applied as a light mist, ensuring that the skin is saturated with the product and then buffed into the skin using your tanning mitt. The end result of both products is designed to be the same, it’s really just your preference in formulation!
submitted byTanologist - 4 years ago
Q: Does it expire? How do I know if it’s still good to use?
submitted by Tram L - 4 months ago
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Summary of reviews
This self-tanner offers a clear application that avoids the typical bronzer mess, making it ideal for guests seeking a natural glow without the orange tint. Many guests appreciate its easy application and the fact that it doesn't stain clothes or sheets. However, some have noted that the color may not last long and can feel sticky after application. Overall, it's a convenient option for a subtle tan, especially for fair skin tones.
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4.1 out of 5 stars with 1319 reviews
effectiveness: 3.85 out of 5
blends in easily: 4.05 out of 5
value: 3.82 out of 5
quality: 3.75 out of 5
66% would recommend
489 recommendations
No streak
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Kt0806 - 5 days ago, Verified purchaser
This is the best self tailing mousse on the market. No streaks and great color.
Fave Self Tanner!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
JC123 - 1 month ago
Sooo long lasting. Natural color, but does take awhile to develop. Even though it says “fast” I leave it on for 12+ hours
Great For The Price
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Tea18 - 2 months ago
👍🏽 LIKE: • No weird smell • Beautiful even color • No bronze color during application (less likely to stain clothes) • Don’t have to leave it on overnight (but I do) 👎🏽 DISLIKE: • Sticky after application • Doesn’t last long
It's okay
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
alinick - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
I really wanted to like this self tan more... Pros: - Don't have to wash off because there's no bronzer and it goes on clear - Color is okay, does not appear too unnatural Cons: - If unexperienced the lack of bronzer could lead to uneven application - Color does not last very long, only a few days Overall this product is just okay. It would be fine to use in a pinch but it doesn't compete again my tried and true Ulta Express Mousse
Great tanner
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
JackieB - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
Can’t say enough about this tanner! I use it all year in different shades. I love that it goes on clear and doesn’t require washing off. I think the color looks really natural and I have pretty fair skin. Love the price too
Even Tan
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
ahumblelove - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
I've been using this tanning mousse for a few summers and it's the best. It applies and spreads evenly easily. After applying to my dry skin I use my current favorite lotion and my legs turn out perfect every time. Like with any self tanner it's necessary to wash your hands afterwards.
Read this review!
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Becca - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
If you pay attention to a review - it should be this one. I was so skeptical after reading some of these confusing or negative reviews below! But this medium clear mousse turned out amazing! Here's what I did: exfoliate in shower, lotion, wait 20 minutes to ensure lotion is dry. Apply mousse with a mitt pretty generously, make sure it's evenly spread out in circle motions. Stay naked for 20 minutes. Then wore a loose T-shirt for 2.5 hours while cleaning the house, then showered off. In the morning it was even darker! I noticed two spots I missed so do it 2 days before a trip so you can fix those areas! Yes it can be a little tacky until you shower off but it's no big deal!
Worst self tanner
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
TrishE - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
The worst self tanner I’ve ever used. It goes on clear so you have no idea where you’ve put it. However, that doesn’t matter at all because you will never turn even the slightest bit tan. I got zero color from this after spending hours feeling sticky and smelly trying to keep it on to “develop” I’ve used many brands of self tanner and this is easily the worst.
Love this stuff!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
KellyAnne - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
I’m fair-skinned and the light gives me a subtle tan without any orange tones. I have used this for years and love it! It goes on clear and slowly develops. I apply it with a tanning mitt I purchased from Amazon. Doesn’t feel sticky and doesn’t rub off on my clothes/bedding.
Absolute Favorite!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
MadMadddssss - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
I absolutely love this product. I’ve used it for the last couple of years and have tried each shade. My favorite things about this product is that 1. It doesn’t transfer onto my bedsheets or pajamas once applied to skin before bed. 2. The seamless glide across the skin is perfect, it’s smooth, my skin feels hydrated after using it and I feel like it is evenly dispersed on skin. 3. Price is perfect, I can get a handful of uses out of one bottle. 4. I don’t feel like the color makes me look orange, I have very light skin tone, with some peachy undertones and I feel like it really makes my skin glow. Each shade I feel like can be used around the year. I highly recommend before putting this self tanner on or any other kind that you take care of your skin first to set your tan up for longevity. Keep hydrated, dry brush before showing, scrub your body and don’t forget your feet! Make sure once you’ve applied the tanner and you’re ready to wash it off for the perfect color that you are hydrating your skin with lotion or body oil. Keeping moisturized will make your tan last longer. I highly recommend this product!
Beautiful glow!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Target Customer - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
I absolutely love this product. I love the glow the Light Tanologist gives. It is perfect for the girlies looking for a light color glow or if you have very fair skin. I find it gentle enough to use on my face, and have seen no negative skin changes after using even with sensitive skin. It blends well leaving no streaks and looks fabulous.
Quick but short lived results
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
lomelane - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
Deep natural-looking tan developed overnight but faded within 48 hours. Skin was also really dry for the next few days after applying.
Love hate but mostly love
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Cfgonzo - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
For a lower cost self tanner option, I love this one. Smells really good. I have a love hate with the fact that I can’t see any color from it immediately after applying. It’s nice to have the guide color but I love being able to go out and about right after I put it on.
Really works
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Jz - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
Easy to apply, smells good and leaves a pretty glow
Tanologist Review
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Targetshoppe - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
Really easy to apply and doesn’t stick to clothes or sheets at all! A little light so definitely a good natural look for fair skin
Stop searching, this is what you're looking for
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
lyoung - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
This stuff is the best doesn’t smell, goes on easy, SO great I use it for every wedding I’m in! I get rave reviews of how it looks all the time and ALL my friends have started using it. You definitely have to practice your technique a little since it goes on clear but it truly doesn’t get on anything I sleep in it all the time! (Of course don’t wear your favorite white pants before you wash it off) and when it starts to come off it’s not in a streaking or “horrid way” it just sort of goes away! for reference - I am pale light eyes with bright blonde hair!
Love!
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Courtielou - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
Love this!!! It is very subtle so only get the light shade if you’re fair skin. I’m fair skinned but my arms have gotten quite tan (for me 😂) so far this summer. I had a dress a needed to wear that showed how bad my tan lines were, so I bought this to try to even myself out on chest/shoulders/upper back. I stayed up for 4 hours with no noticeable color change so I just went to bed and when I woke up def subtle tan/glow as described. It was enough to mostly even my chest/from shoulders out, but def needed medium for the back. Also be sure to exfoliate 24 hours in advanced like it says, I didn’t because I didn’t have enough time so I just exfoliated my chest in the shower then applied. It burned then this morning woke up in a rash but only where I exfoliated. I used the ecotools body blender self tan brush because my target didn’t carry the tanlogist brush or mitt in store. The ecotools worked like a charm! I’ve never had good luck with self tan products being even so I def would buy this again, but you have to be prepared to leave on for about 8 hours at least. Also if I was doing this on my whole body I would have gotten the tinted kind there is no way I could use this on my whole body without a color guard. .
No orange cast!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
dbark - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
As a pale girlie, this was AWESOME! I was worried about what shade to get, but the medium is great! No orange cast at all. Just make sure you properly exfoliate beforehand!
Fine for light coverage
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Rebecca - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
I initially liked this the first time trying. It is a lot lighter in color compared to what I prefer but for the price I was fine with it. I am almost done with the bottle and my concerns are with how easy it comes off against my clothes. When the tan was developing it stained my clothes and wouldn’t come out. I wore a white button down to work and it stained the inside.
Tan looks legit
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Jess - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
Immediate pro: doesn’t stain sheets or clothes Immediate con: can’t tell where you have & haven’t applied the foam 😂 Fail on my part: I don’t have anyone to do my back. I suggest applying 2-3 days in advance so you can do a 2nd round the following day to cover any missed areas. I received compliments on my tan - the color looks good. I purchased the darkest & I’m a very fair red head. Maybe I’ll try medium next time & the missed areas won’t be as obvious??