For some of us, we love to achieve a glowing tan while we’re enjoying the sun, whether that’s abroad on holiday or at home. At Ultrasun we advocate for high broad-spectrum protection all year around and ensuring your covered while out in the sun.

However, we’ve listened to your questions about how you can tan safely while protecting your skin, and have a whole range dedicated to this. Let’s introduce you to them and answer your questions about tanning and sun protection.

Does sun protection stop you from tanning?

If you choose sun protection with a high SPF which is against UVB rays (the ones which cause the change of colour in your skin tone) then this will determine if your skin becomes tanned or not. There are other factors such as climate, how long you spend in the sun and the correct application to consider too.

We’ve developed our Body Tan Activator Spray SPF50 and Body Tan Activator SPF30 with key ingredients which accelerate the skin’s natural tanning process, while still keeping a high broad-spectrum protection. So, your melanin production gets a mini energy boost!

What is the best sun protection for tanning?

Before you even head out into the sun, we recommend our Pre-Sun Tan Activator which is designed to prep the skin and melanin production before sun exposure. Our active ingredient is Thalitan that stimulates the melanin and increase the natural tanning process, while helping to obtain a prolonged and even tan. It’s best applied twice a day for 2 weeks before you go on holiday for the best results.

The next step has two options which is down to personal choice, whether you prefer a cream or lightweight spray oil and if you prefer SPF50 or SPF30 protection. Our newest addition is the Body Tan Activator Spray SPF50 which has active ingredient Neuroglow that’s proven to increase the skin’s natural tanning ability by up to 40% over 10 days. As well as in a spray bottle, the lightweight liquid applies quickly and absorbs seamlessly into the skin.

For a traditional cream texture, our Body Tan Activator SPF30 is perfect. It features innovative ingredient BronzylⓇ which activates the melanin for a faster and prolonged even tan, again proven to accelerate the tanning process by up to 40% over 10 days. 

Both products feature our key USPs of long-lasting high protection against UVA and UVB rays, alongside being water-resistant, nourishing for the skin and being suitable for even the most sensitive of skins. So, it’s down to your preference which to choose!

How can I prolong my summer tan?

The best way in our opinion is to fake it! We have a variety of sun protection products with a tint that suits all skin tones and types, so you can maintain a summer tan without needing to expose your skin to the sun.

First while you’re on holiday, try our After Sun Tan Booster which helps cool and nourish the skin while enriching with a gradual self-tan for a buildable sun kissed look. It helps restore the skin’s moisture levels and gives your natural tan an extension! Ensure even application to avoid any streaks.

Our family of tinted SPFs for the face and body offer high broad-spectrum protection and key benefits such as anti-pigmentation and lightweight textures, as well as a hint of warmth and colour. We’d recommend our Body Tinted SPF30 and Face Tinted SPF50+as great starting points!