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Banana Boat® Summer Color™ Sunless Tanning Lotion with the Self Adjusting Color® formula lets you control the shade of your tan. This lotion will allow you to get the deepest, richest tan that is achievable with your skin tone. The more often you apply, the deeper your tan becomes. After achieving your desired color, you can maintain your tan with less frequent applications for a natural-looking tan.
The lotion is tinted so you can see where you've applied it for a streak-free, sunless tan that dries quickly. It is oil-free and enriched with Aloe Vera & Vitamin E.
Questions? Toll Free 1-800-SafeSun or visit bananaboat.com.
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 aging, skin cancer, and other harmful effects to the skin even if you do not burn.
For external use only.
Avoid contact with eyes, lips and mucous membranes.
Banana Boat Sunless Summer Color Self Tanning Lotion, Light to Medium, 6 fl oz
4.3
(based on 84 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
5 Stars
(49)
4 Stars
(24)
3 Stars
(3)
2 Stars
(1)
1 Stars
(7)
89%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Ratings Distribution
5 Stars
(49)
4 Stars
(24)
3 Stars
(3)
2 Stars
(1)
1 Stars
(7)
Pros
Easy to apply (54)
Creates even tan (49)
Not greasy (48)
Natural tan (47)
Works quickly (43)
Cons
Fades (6)
Uneven fade (6)
Uneven tan (6)
Unnatural color (6)
Bad odor (5)
Best Uses
Body (43)
Daily use (24)
Face (18)
Quick-fix (9)
Reviewer Profile:
Budget shopper (34), Brand buyer (22)
Most Liked Positive Review
works great from the first application
I have tried many, MANY different brands of gradual self tan lotion (Dove, Jergan's, Loreal, Coppertone, Toma's, Ocean Potion, Mystic, Malibu, etc). This is my favorite thus far. ...Read complete review
I have tried many, MANY different brands of gradual self tan lotion (Dove, Jergan's, Loreal, Coppertone, Toma's, Ocean Potion, Mystic, Malibu, etc). This is my favorite thus far. With some of the above listed products, I did not notice any color until 3-4 days of consecutive application. With Banana Boat, I had a natural-looking noticeable slight increase in color upon the very first application.
Some of the other brands I've tried turned me orange; Banana Boat provided a nice natural tan color so I didn't look like an Umpah Loompah. I did not have issues with uneven fade or the tan coming off in some parts on my body faster than others, which I did have problems with while using some of the other lotions. Some of the other products didn't give me even coverage and I ended up with streaks or patches. Banana Boat gave even coverage and the only problem I had was with the palms of my hands, but that was my own fault because I forgot to scrub them after application. I got it right the second time and it looked fine.
I recommend the following application method for your hands: apply to the rest of your body first, then use lots of soap and the rough exfoliating side of a new dish sponge to thouroughly scrub your entire hand, especially the pams and in between the fingers. Once your hands are completely clean, use a cotton ball to apply the lotion to the back of your hands for even coverage.
The lotion is slightly tinted to ensure even coverage. Apply the lotion in a well lit room with a mirror so you can see anywhere you may have missed. The one thing I don't like about this lotion is the same problem I have with all self-tanning lotions: after the lotion completely dries, the pleasant scent of the lotion slowly turns into "that smell" caused by the tanning agent dihydroxyacetone (DHA). The odor is not nearly as bad as some of the alternatives, such as Toma's (worst smell) or Mystic, but it is a little stronger than the lighter lotions such as Dove and Ocean Potion. I would say it's average as far as the smell.
Overall , compared to other tanning products I have used, this is the best in my opinion. About me: I have very fair, sensitive and acne prone skin. I did not have any breakouts while using this product. In the summer I do tan in the sun as a supplement to using this lotion. Because this product works so great, I only have to apply it about every 3 days. For the winter, I may switch back to a lighter daily lotion that won't add so much color just to look more natural. I usually just want to add a slight glow in the winter and keep a lighter skin tone, so I wouldn't recommend Banana Boat for use in the winter on fair skin tones.
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Most Liked Negative Review
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Kinda weird but on my legs it was uneven but no where else? Started to break out on my face and back after several days of use. I've used a spray and can't remember...Read complete review
Kinda weird but on my legs it was uneven but no where else? Started to break out on my face and back after several days of use. I've used a spray and can't remember the name of it. That was the best! This is ok for a quick tan. Next to the spray it sucks!
Comments about Banana Boat Sunless Summer Color Self Tanning Lotion, Light to Medium, 6 fl oz:
Now I'm an old pro at these tanning lotions, but this one is awful. I don't know whether I received a defective one or what, but I just end up with nothing but blotchy patches. I think I will try to send it back as it just isn't right.
5/21/2014
1.0
Not Impressed
By terry
from Delaware
describe yourself Brand Buyer
Pros
Cons
Doesn't rub in well
Best Uses
Water Sports
Comments about Banana Boat Sunless Summer Color Self Tanning Lotion, Light to Medium, 6 fl oz:
n/a
4/5/2014
(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
1.0
Uneven and too dark for my fair skin
By Mom of 7
from Midwest
Comments about Banana Boat Sunless Summer Color Self Tanning Lotion, Light to Medium, 6 fl oz:
I have used other brands and did OK with eveness but this came out streaky and too dark after one application. I do have very light skin, but this was supposed to br light to medium. I wish it had a color return clause...too much to spend for one bad application
Comments about Banana Boat Sunless Summer Color Self Tanning Lotion, Light to Medium, 6 fl oz:
I'm allergic to many scents and after trying many, many self tanners that proved to be overly 'odiferous', some that I even had to scrub off to remove the offensive smell, I tried this one and love it. I use it about 3 times a week after shower, rub it on like a lotion and wait a few minutes till it dries before dressing. It gives a light healthy tan look, not orange, just natural.
Comments about Banana Boat Sunless Summer Color Self Tanning Lotion, Light to Medium, 6 fl oz:
This is the only self-tanner that doesn't make me itch or give me red bumps when used! The color is natural, not orange, for my fair skin.
4/12/2013
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
4.0
Works well, but streaks
By Sam
from Washington, DC
describe yourself Budget Buyer
Pros
Not Greasy
Rubs In Well
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Banana Boat Sunless Summer Color Self Tanning Lotion, Light to Medium, 6 fl oz:
I used this product once - it says on the bottle that the tan develops gradually over several days. The lotion rubbed in easily, but it was difficult to see if there was more in some spots than others. The next day, I noticed streaking on one leg. 3 days later the streaking is fading, but the other leg (without streaking) is looking more tan. I plan to use this product again when the streaking fades away and rub in very thoroughly.
Comments about Banana Boat Sunless Summer Color Self Tanning Lotion, Light to Medium, 6 fl oz:
love this self tanner. have tried many different brands at all different prices and have found this to be the most natural looking. doesn't wear off in patches like some self tanners. i use it year round to give my face a little color.
Comments about Banana Boat Sunless Summer Color Self Tanning Lotion, Light to Medium, 6 fl oz:
I have used this self-tanner multiple times now. I am a very fair strawberry-blonde and used to go to tanning beds. Now I know better! While this product does not give me a deep, dark tan, it does give me the perfect amount of color to keep me looking healthy. It applies easily and has very little odor. It's also the only tanner I've tried that gives me a very natural color. I have a slight glow immediately after applying and then the color intensifies. Easy to apply multiple coats, though I often find that just one application gives me the perfect hint of color. Just wait a couple hours, or use the next day after your shower. The color will also last through 3-4 showers without re-applying. Love that I can get it at Drugstore b/c it's hard to find.
1/8/2013
(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
Best product on the market!
By Pleased Customer
from Corona, Ca
describe yourself Budget Buyer
Pros
Not Greasy
Rubs In Well
Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
Beach
Daily Use
Sports
Water Sports
Comments about Banana Boat Sunless Summer Color Self Tanning Lotion, Light to Medium, 6 fl oz:
I've used this product for over 6 years. This is by far the best self tanning lotion on the market. I would highly recommend this to anyone!
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