Product Reviews Rated 4.29 out of 5 stars
1056 Reviews
Most Helpful Positive Review Great product! I'm really pale and I've used the original St. Tropez years ago and loved it. I decided to try out this different formula. It was really greasy while I waited the suggested 1-3 hours before rinsing. I was naked for 2 1/2 hours waiting for it to dry a little so I could put a robe on. Didn't happen. I rinsed and I didn't notice any difference in my skin tone. The next morning it definitely proved itself! It gave me a very natural, even and beautiful color! This is definitely a great product! The glove is ideal.
Most Helpful Critical Review Does wash of food I love how it looks when it goes before you are even near water. Th problem is even if you wait around three hours it does not give that deep rich tan that they talk about. That deep rich tan is on after you put it on and you're like wow.. walk around the house yelling I'm thrilled I don't look like the walking dead anymore.. but then you jump into the shower and the smile quickly disappears as your glorious colour washes down into drain after you shower. There is a very faint hint of something that's left behind like they state. but unfortunately that does not go into a dark enough tan that it states that it would be if you keep it on for the three hours. So I prefer the basic one. Yes'm you have to wait 8 hourbefore you swim. And yes it still comes a half a bit too. But i dont look like an orange and that's why I'll stick with it.
Reviewed by 1056 customers Not as dark as I'd like it to be 2
Katie from Michigan
Definitely do not get as dark as I want and I left it on for the whole 3 hours it recommends. I saw reviews that say to leave it on for 8?! It shouldn't have to take that long! It advertises 3! Definitely expected more and pretty disappointed in the turn out.
It is really easy to apply, doesn't smell that bad and isn't too sticky, I'll give it that.
Disappointed 2
Mandy from Chicago IL
I was so excited to try it but it looked horrible on me and felt sticky for a long time. Just all around disappointed
Great Color, Not the best Smell 4
First time user from USA
I bought this product to prepare for an upcoming photography session. It dries super quick but blends very easily. It also develops very well. The reason I am taking a star away is because after a few days of wearing I noticed it gave a body odor type of smell to my body. It's normal to sweat a little in our daily life but I noticed that after working a 4 hour shift I just smelled so musty which I normally don't. I'm not sure if I will use this again after my photography session.
It's just eh 3
Dball from Wa
It's just meh. I have tried a few self tan products as I am very very pale. Like I look like a zombie pale. You can see my veins through my skin pale. Plus I have red undertones. This tanner has green tint so that helps with the red and also doesn't look orange. BUT it rubbed off on my white sheets and I let it dry for 3 hours before I got into bed :( It honestly only made me like 1 or maybe 2 shades darker but not really much of a difference. I am trying layering tonight but it doesn't seem worth ruining my sheets….
10/10 recommend! 5
Brittany from NJ
This is such a great and easy product to use when need a quick tan! Used for my bridal shower and it came out perfect!
I would never buy again! 1
Mak from Goshen IN
I showered after 6 hours and it completely washed off and was back to my skin before! Not even a little color! Yes i moisturized the day before and not the day of!
My holy grail!! 5
Kitty from KY
I've tried them all. Before covid I went for weekly spray tans at STC. This compares to the spray tans. Easy to apply. No streaks. Make sure you exfoliate. Use their Mitt. This fades pretty and no tiger stripes I had with a spray tan. Do not wash off after 3 hours!!! If you want to get dark leave it on for 12-24 hours.
Don't trust the immediate wash off 5
Novice tanner from Cleveland Ohio
I see a lot of reviews that say it doesn't do anything but here's the thing: just like an express spray tan just because your able to wash it off quicker does not mean it develops just as fast. I applied this yesterday afternoon and 24 Hours later I still feel like it's getting darker. As long as you shave/exfoliate and apply moisturizer on the areas that typically pick up more color this tan applies beautifully and evenly. I would suggest using a brush to blend on your hands and feet, trust me it looks flawlessssss. Avoid operator error and you can will fall in love with this tanner just as much as I did!! Happy tanning
A good product 4
Pale lady in Texas from 76901
I use it on my face and throat area (not around my eyes, nor mouth) and it helps with the color of my foundation. I appear younger.
LEAVE ON FOR 6-8hrs at least 5
Tan gal from Chattanooga
I love this product but it ONLY works if I leave it on for 8ish hours. Therefore if u are using it for a rush. Just don't! Rinse of the tanner with water only 8 hours after tanning. But this is hands down the most natural tanner I have so I love!
FLAKES and does not last 1
unhappy customer from alabama
I was expecting a nicer self tanner because of the price and its reputation, but it's literally so flakey and comes off my skin within hours after. if i scratch or rub my skin then it comes off as well and now my skin is just patchy and flakey.
FLAKES and does not last 1
unhappy customer from alabama
I was expecting a nicer self tanner because of the price and its reputation, but it's literally so flakey and comes off my skin within hours after. if i scratch or rub my skin then it comes off as well and now my skin is just patchy and flakey.
First time user! 5
nina from Texas
I'm a first time self tanner, and this was great. I've been using isle of paradise drops up until now, but I was ready for something faster and not as gradual. Super easy to use, and fast! It didn't make me orange and I have a beautiful glow. I feel so pretty in the summer when tan, and this makes me feel gorgeous in the cold winter months. Don't doubt buying this product!
Trash. 1
ashleyg828 from Texas
Well. The whole line is complete trash. I've used more drug store self tanners that work and aren't sticky like this. This brand is sticky, stinky, doesn't stay for more than 2 days. 10/10 wouldn't recommend
Nope! 1
EA from Texas
So, does this product do what is says? Wearing it for 3 hours and you will be dark? Well, if 1 is no difference in color and 10 is you look like you live on a tropical island with a dark golden tan then this product is a solid 3. Don't worry about over doing it or applying too much, you won't get that nice normal golden tan. I tried it once and left on for 3 hours and then rinsed off. Small difference in color. Tried again and slept 7 hours with it before a shower. I was darker but only a 3. Equivalent to maybe 30 minutes in the summer sun. Not a good value for the cost. I recommend Bali Body.
Its a no from me 2
Whit from South Carolina
If you want just the slightest bit of color then this is for you. If you want to be dark then get loving tan. I found that the smell was nice but didn't really like the application of the product. I slept in it and it didn't provide me with the tan that Loving Tan does. I will not repurchase.
Just no 1
Heather from CA
I bought 2 because the reviews were so great. I'm returning them after one use. I'm very pale. I've had this on for an hour & 1/2, I'm the same color I was when I put it on, it hasn't deepened at all AND it's STILL STICKY. This stuff is gross. Do not recommend.
great until you wash 2
#notoskincancer #whodoesn'tlookgoodtan from Elgin, SC
looks lovely until you shower it off. by the second shower it's half off in some areas. I've been using it for this entire summer and wanted so badly to love it but it isn't worth it with how quickly it disappears!
Hmm 2
Jenna SQ from Lafayette, LA
CONS: Takes too long to dry. Smells like an old purse with lingering perfume. Fades unevenly. Unnatural color (yellow). PROS: Color deepens as the day progresses. (I've used this one for about two years. Switched to Loving Tan Deluxe Bronzing Mousse and it's more natural, dries quickly, fades beautifully, and smells like chocolate)
Worst self tanner 1
Hailey from Lutz Florida
You leave it on for 3 hours (as told on the can) and it looks wonderful. The minute you step into the shower, it washes away completely. So disappointing and a waste of my money.
Gave it a Try - Sticking to Loving Tan 2
Lena from Madison, WI
I really wanted this to work. One of my biggest qualms with other self tanners is the awful smell they leave on your skin for days. This one smells great. I also liked the idea of one tanner that darkens with however long you leave it on… express says by the three hour mark you'll get DARK. That didn't happen, and I tried it twice, both times for 3-4 hours.
Maybe I've been spoiled by using Loving Tans ultra dark express, which works wonders but is stanky. I was expecting similar results. I actually BARELY look any darker after using St Tropez Express mousse. And it cost almost the same.
Application was normal except again, with loving tan you can layer the mouse once it dries, if you wanna just get that extra coverage. With St Tropez if you try to reapply after half an hour the first later flakes off..
It must work for some people considering the good reviews but it's not for me. Will take loving tan and their stanky stank over this.
Best self tanner! 5
Meg from USA, Texas
I've used many St. Tropez products but this one is my favorite! I love the color and how little time it takes to look like you've been vacationing on the beach for a week lol
Just MEH 3
Jen from Des Moines, Iowa
For the price I was expecting to be blown away. This is comparable to Ulta's express tanning mouse, which is a fraction of the price. I also feel like most of the tan washed away after one shower. Not a horrible product, but definitely not worth the cost.
Washes off quickly 3
Smileygdaughter from Missouri
I have used this self tanner a few times. Don't get me wrong the color is perfect and leaves me with a nice bronze glow.. but only for a day, then it washes right off. It does take forever to dry, and feels sticky. It is kind of expensive so for special events and need of a quick tan, then this is the mousse for you, but for longer tan I would go with something a little more cost efficient.
Washes off right away 2
Conchita from Amarillo, TX
Pretty when rubbed on, but washes off in the shower. I then spent a week trying to decide on if I was tan or not so applied it a week later and thought ok it is there right? So I applied it again after another week (because why is this expensive bottle making me question myself). I really can't tell if it does anything. I mean maybe a very slight tan, but definitely not as good as my cheap jergens does.
