The Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan is designed for individuals seeking a natural, buildable sun-kissed glow coupled with intensive skin hydration. Its fast-absorbing cream-gel formula effortlessly melts into the skin, providing a radiant finish and a pleasant, subtle fragrance. While delivering a beautiful tan, achieving an even application consistently requires careful attention to detail.
Gradual Tanning Action: Develops a natural, sun-kissed tan over time, allowing for buildable intensity to suit your desired shade.
Intensive Hydration: The moisture-packed formula instantly hydrates the skin, leaving it feeling nourished and soft.
Fast-Absorbing Cream-Gel: Its lightweight texture absorbs quickly, avoiding stickiness and making it easy to incorporate into your daily routine.
Even, Natural Glow: Engineered to deliver a radiant and streak-free finish, blending seamlessly with your natural skin tone.
Signature Fragrance: Features delightful top notes of Pear and Mandarin, complemented by grounding base notes of Sandalwood and Musk, for a pleasant application experience.
Nourishing Benefits: Beyond tanning, it helps improve skin's overall appearance, contributing to a healthy, luminous look.
Achieves a natural, buildable tan
Provides deep skin hydration
Fast-absorbing and non-greasy
Pleasant, subtle fragrance
Leaves skin feeling soft and nourished
Helps create an even, radiant glow
Requires consistent and even application to avoid streaks
Development time means results aren't immediate
Patch testing recommended for sensitive skin (standard for tanning products)
May transfer to clothing if not fully absorbed
Achieves a natural, buildable tan
Provides deep skin hydration
Fast-absorbing and non-greasy
Pleasant, subtle fragrance
Leaves skin feeling soft and nourished
Helps create an even, radiant glow
Requires consistent and even application to avoid streaks
Development time means results aren't immediate
Patch testing recommended for sensitive skin (standard for tanning products)
May transfer to clothing if not fully absorbed
The Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan is formulated for daily or regular use to build and maintain a beautiful, natural-looking tan. Upon application, its cream-gel texture glides smoothly over the skin and absorbs quickly, allowing you to dress relatively soon after. The immediate effect is a sensation of intense hydration, leaving your skin feeling soft and supple.
Over a few hours, and with subsequent applications, a subtle, sun-kissed glow begins to develop. The 'buildable' nature of this tan means you have control over the depth of color; applying it daily will gradually deepen your tan, while less frequent use can maintain a lighter glow. For example, if you desire a light, holiday-ready warmth, use it every other day. For a more pronounced, deeper tan, daily application for 3-5 days will yield noticeable results. The unique Pear, Mandarin, Sandalwood, and Musk fragrance makes the application process enjoyable, masking the typical self-tan scent. This product excels at providing a natural, streak-free result when applied correctly, making it ideal for those who prefer a subtle enhancement over an instant, dramatic change.
Exfoliate: For best results, gently exfoliate your skin 24 hours before your first application. This removes dead skin cells, creating a smooth canvas for an even tan. Pay special attention to dry areas like elbows, knees, and ankles.
Moisturize Dry Areas: Just before application, lightly moisturize very dry areas such as elbows, knees, ankles, and hands. This prevents the tan from adhering too intensely to these spots.
Patch Test: Perform a patch test on a small, inconspicuous area of skin (e.g., inner arm) 24-48 hours before full body application, especially if you have sensitive skin.
Apply a small amount of the cream-gel to a tanning mitt or directly onto your skin.
Using circular motions, smooth evenly over your body, working in sections. Start with your legs, then torso, arms, and décolletage.
Use sparingly on dry areas like knees, elbows, and ankles. For hands and feet, use residual product from the mitt/gloved hand and blend carefully.
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water immediately after application (unless using a tanning mitt).
Allow the product to fully absorb before dressing, typically 10-15 minutes, to prevent transfer to clothing.
This gradual tan is generally suitable for all skin types.
Always perform a patch test if you have known skin sensitivities.
Can be used in conjunction with your regular skincare routine; apply after showering and before other lotions if desired, ensuring full absorption between layers.
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
Ensure the cap is tightly closed after each use to maintain product efficacy.
Avoid extreme temperatures.