Tan Smarter: The Best Ingredients for Perfect Tanning Results

Tan Smarter: The Best Ingredients in Tanning Accelerators, Bronzers & Tattoo-Protecting Lotions

When you’re aiming for a flawless, even tan, the results depend on what’s inside your lotion. Whether you’re enhancing your base with a tanning accelerator, intensifying your color with a bronzer, or protecting your tattoos while tanning, certain ingredients make all the difference.

Here’s a closer look at the most effective ingredients to look for—and which OnyxTan formulas include them.

🔥 1. Tanning Accelerators: What Speeds Up Your Glow?

Key Ingredients to Look For:

Tyrosine: An essential amino acid that stimulates melanin production, helping your skin tan faster and develop a deeper tone when exposed to UV light.

Walnut & Carrot Extracts: Natural ingredients that gently enhance pigment production and contribute to a warm, balanced tan.

Coconut & Shea Butter: These moisturisers support soft, hydrated skin, which keeps your tan smooth and long-lasting.

Product Pick:
👉 Dark Tanning Accelerator Lotion for Lasting Bronze
A powerful accelerator combining tyrosine with walnut and carrot extracts to boost melanin naturally. Free from bronzers for a clean, streak-free tan that looks authentic and even.

✨ 2. Bronzers: What Makes Colour Pop Instantly?

Key Ingredients to Look For:

DHA (Dihydroxyacetone): The most common active in self-tanning. It reacts with the surface layer of your skin to produce a sun-kissed tone within a few hours.

Erythrulose: A sugar-derived compound that develops more slowly than DHA, offering a smoother, longer-lasting colour.

Caramel & Natural Tints: These provide an immediate glow while your deeper tan develops beneath.

Product Pick:
👉 Black Porcelain White Bronzer
This innovative white-to-dark bronzer features DHA and erythrulose for both instant and lasting results. It ensures an even, streak-free finish and leaves your skin soft and radiant.

🖤 3. Tattoo-Protecting Lotions: Keep Your Ink Bold & Bright

Key Ingredients to Look For:

Tamanu Oil: Known for its regenerative properties, it helps keep tattooed skin nourished, supple, and vibrant.

Henna & Sesame Oil: These natural extracts support skin tone and pigment retention, helping your tattoos stay defined even after UV exposure.

Vitamin E & Shea Butter: Essential for hydration and preventing dryness or fading while maintaining smooth, healthy-looking skin.

Product Pick:
👉 Tattoo Tanning Lotion
Designed to protect tattooed skin, this lotion blends tamanu oil, henna, sesame oil, and rich emollients to preserve your ink and keep it vivid during tanning—indoors or outdoors.

Final Thoughts

When choosing a tanning lotion, focus on what your skin really needs instead of just the scent. Look for functional ingredients that match your tanning goals:

✅ Want to tan faster? Tyrosine and plant extracts are your go-to.
✅ Looking for deeper colour? DHA and erythrulose deliver smooth results.
✅ Protecting tattoos? Choose blends rich in tamanu oil and henna.

At OnyxTan, every formula is crafted to deliver results while caring for your skin. From accelerators to bronzers and tattoo-safe blends, your tan deserves nothing less than professional care.

☀️ Tan smarter, glow deeper, and protect what matters most. Need help choosing your ideal product? Contact us anytime—we’ll help you find the perfect match for your skin and tanning goals.