7 Ways Your Self Tanner Is Quietly Sabotaging Your Skin

Our self tanners are formulated with pregnancy-safe principles in mind: vegan, non-toxic, free from harsh chemicals, synthetic dyes, and synthetic fragrances, and made in the USA. We use them during pregnancy ourselves — we wouldn't ask you to trust something we wouldn't use on our own skin. That said, every pregnancy is different. We always recommend checking with your OB or midwife before adding any new product to your routine. They know your specific health picture and can give you the personalized guidance you deserve. Congratulations on your little one on the way!

Many nursing moms in our community use our self tanners and love the clean ingredient profile. If you are breastfeeding, you may prefer to avoid applying product directly on the breast area until after feeding, and rinse hands thoroughly after application. When in doubt, ask your midwife or lactation consultant.

What To Expect recognized our self tanner as the Best Self Tanner for Pregnancy based on its clean, pregnancy-conscious formulation and streak-free results. We are proud of that recognition — and we still encourage you to review ingredients with your care provider if you have questions.

Our formula uses plant-derived DHA balanced for a natural golden bronze — not the orange cast common with drugstore tanners. Pregnancy can change how skin reacts, so we recommend starting with one light coat and building if you want more depth.

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Self Tanner Body Lotion Ingredients:

*Water (Aqua), *Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, *Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Dihydroxyacetone (DHA, sugar cane-derived), Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, *Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, *Glycerin (Vegetable), *Camellia Oleifera (Japanese Green Tea) Leaf Extract, *Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract, *Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, *Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel (Argan) Oil, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Pulp Extract, Vanilla Tahitensis (Vanilla) Fruit Extract.

*Certified Organic Ingredients

Self Tanner Body Mousse Ingredients:

Water (Aqua), Dihydroxyacetone (DHA, sugar cane-derived), Vegetable Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropylamine Oxide, Panthenol, *Ilex Paraguariensis (Yerba Mate) Leaf Extract, *Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, *Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, *Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, *Rosmarinus (Rosemary) Leaf Officinalis Extract, *Pinus Strobus (Pine) Bark Extract, *Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, *Yucca Schidigera Root Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Essential Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Essential Oil, Farnesol (and) Linalool, Radish Root Ferment Filtrate.

*Certified Organic Ingredients

Self Tanning Drops Ingredients:

*Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Dihydroxyacetone (DHA, sugar cane-derived), *Glycerin (Vegetable), Erythrulose, N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine, *Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, *Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Squalane, *Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, *Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, *Calendula Officinalis (Marigold) Flower Extract, *Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Flower Extract, *Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract, *Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Propanediol, Zinc Ricinoleate, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid.

*Certified Organic Ingredients

Exfoliate 24 hours before. For body lotion or mousse, apply with a mitt or clean hands in long, circular motions starting at your ankles. Blend lightly at wrists, knees, and elbows. For tanning drops, mix the recommended drops into your daily moisturizer and apply evenly. Wash hands after application.

Yes — if you apply with bare hands and don't wash and exfoliate them properly, self tanner can collect on palms, knuckles, and cuticles and look orange.

We recommend applying with a tanning mitt, brush, or gloves for the most even, natural-looking results. If you prefer using your hands, you absolutely can — just make sure you REALLY exfoliate your hands beforehand and wash them thoroughly (including between fingers and around nails) as soon as you're done applying.

Body lotion develops gradually over 6–8 hours. Mousse typically develops in 4–6 hours. Tanning drops build color gradually over several days with daily use. Our quick-dry formulas mean nothing to wash off — you can get dressed within minutes of application.

Every DHA-based self tanner can develop a characteristic "tanner" scent as the color activates — that's normal. Many brands mask it with heavy synthetic fragrances; we don't.

Our formula uses a gentle, subtle scent instead of loading up on artificial fragrance. You may notice a light DHA aroma while your tan is developing — it typically fades after you rinse off in the shower.

Our self tanners use naturally derived DHA and clean, skin-loving botanicals for a streak-free, never-orange finish. Formulas are buildable, hydrating, and made without parabens, synthetic dyes, or harsh synthetic fragrances.

A "clean" label alone does not always tell the full story. Many self tanners still rely on synthetic DHA, added dyes, and heavy synthetic fragrance to cover the characteristic self-tan smell.

Beauty by Earth self tanners use plant-derived DHA (including sugar cane-derived DHA in our body lotion), organic botanicals like aloe and shea, and a dye-free formula made without synthetic fragrance — just a light, naturally derived scent instead of a harsh chemical self-tan smell. Our formulas are dermatologist tested, vegan, cruelty-free, and made in the USA without parabens, sulfates, or phthalates.

The goal is a buildable, streak-free golden bronze — not the orange cast or patchy finish common with conventional tanners. We are also recognized by What To Expect as the Best Self Tanner for Pregnancy, loved by over 2 million customers, and backed by a 60-day money-back guarantee.

Your tan will last 5–6 days with proper care. Moisturize daily, avoid harsh exfoliants, and pat (don't rub) your skin dry after showers for a smoother fade.

Yes! Our formulas are dermatologist-tested, vegan, cruelty-free, and made without parabens, sulfates, dyes, or synthetic fragrances. They're gentle enough for most skin types, but we still recommend a 24-hour patch test before your first full application.

For lotion and mousse: simply apply, let it fully absorb, and go about your day. Your tan develops over the next several hours. For tanning drops, there's nothing to rinse off — just mix into moisturizer as directed. Avoid water and sweating while color develops for best results.

Our formulas are designed to minimize transfer, but we recommend letting product fully dry before getting dressed and avoiding water or sweating while your tan develops. Darker clothing or sheets are best during the first application.

We offer a 60-day money-back guarantee. If you're not completely happy with your results, just reach out to our support team and we'll make it right.