For those seeking the deepest, darkest, and most luxurious olive-toned tan, the St. Tropez Self Tan Ultra Dark Violet Bronzing Mousse delivers a professional-strength, head-turning glow. This advanced formula ensures a streak-free, hydrated finish that develops into a natural-looking, sun-soaked bronze in just 8 hours, fading evenly for prolonged radiance. Achieving perfect results, however, requires careful preparation and application.
Ultra Dark Violet Base: Infused with a violet tint to counteract orange tones, creating a rich, deep olive-based tan.
Professional-Strength Formula: Designed for maximum depth, providing an intensely dark and long-lasting tan.
Melanin Boosters: Enhances your skin's natural tanning process for a truly personalized and deeper color.
Streak-Free Application: The lightweight mousse texture applies smoothly and evenly, ensuring a flawless finish.
Hydrated Skin: Formulated to leave skin feeling soft and moisturized during and after tan development.
Even Fade Technology: Engineered to fade gradually and uniformly, avoiding patchiness for a natural decline.
Fast Developing: Delivers a visible, sun-kissed bronze within 8 hours of application.
Long-Lasting Results: Provides an enduring, deep tan that maintains its vibrancy for days.
Achieves the deepest and darkest self-tan available from St. Tropez.
Violet undertones effectively prevent an unnatural orange hue, resulting in a beautiful olive tone.
Mousse consistency allows for smooth, streak-free application when used correctly.
Designed for a long-lasting tan that fades evenly over time.
Hydrating properties keep skin feeling soft and supple.
Convenient 8-hour development time for quick results.
Requires meticulous skin preparation (exfoliation, moisturizing) for optimal, even results.
Contains a guide color that can transfer to clothing or bedding before the first rinse.
The dark guide color can make precise application challenging for beginners.
Requires careful blending, particularly on notoriously tricky areas like hands, feet, elbows, and knees.
Achieves the deepest and darkest self-tan available from St. Tropez.
Violet undertones effectively prevent an unnatural orange hue, resulting in a beautiful olive tone.
Mousse consistency allows for smooth, streak-free application when used correctly.
Designed for a long-lasting tan that fades evenly over time.
Hydrating properties keep skin feeling soft and supple.
Convenient 8-hour development time for quick results.
Requires meticulous skin preparation (exfoliation, moisturizing) for optimal, even results.
Contains a guide color that can transfer to clothing or bedding before the first rinse.
The dark guide color can make precise application challenging for beginners.
Requires careful blending, particularly on notoriously tricky areas like hands, feet, elbows, and knees.
The St. Tropez Self Tan Ultra Dark Violet Bronzing Mousse is engineered to provide an exceptionally deep, natural-looking tan. The key to its performance lies in its violet base, which masterfully counteracts any potential orange tones, resulting in a rich, olive-brown hue that mimics a true sun-soaked glow. The professional-strength formula, combined with melanin boosters, works with your skin to achieve your darkest tan yet.
For optimal results, consistent and careful application is crucial. Always use a tanning mitt (like the St. Tropez Luxe Velvet Applicator Mitt) to ensure an even, streak-free finish and protect your hands. The mousse spreads easily, allowing for smooth gliding over the skin. Work in sections, applying in circular motions to blend thoroughly. Pay special attention to areas like knees, elbows, ankles, and hands, which tend to absorb more product; apply sparingly and blend well here.
Imagine you have an event on Saturday evening. On Friday morning, exfoliate thoroughly and moisturize any dry areas. That evening, apply the mousse evenly across your body using a mitt. Allow the tan to develop overnight (8 hours), wearing loose, dark clothing. The next morning, rinse off the guide color with lukewarm water, pat dry, and moisturize. By Saturday evening, you'll reveal a deep, radiant, and natural-looking olive tan, perfect for your event.
Exfoliate: 24 hours before application, exfoliate your entire body thoroughly using a gentle scrub or exfoliating mitt. This removes dead skin cells and creates a smooth canvas for an even tan.
Shave/Wax: If you shave or wax, do so at least 24 hours prior to tanning to prevent irritation and ensure pores are closed.
Moisturize Dry Areas: Just before applying, lightly moisturize very dry areas such as elbows, knees, ankles, and hands. This prevents these areas from absorbing too much product and becoming overly dark.
Shake Well: Gently shake the mousse bottle before use.
Apply to Mitt: Pump a small amount of mousse onto a tanning mitt.
Section by Section: Starting with your lower legs, apply the mousse in long, sweeping, upward motions. Work your way up your body.
Blend Thoroughly: Ensure complete coverage and blend well. Use sparingly on hands, feet, elbows, and knees.
Face Application: For your face, use any residual product on the mitt or mix a small amount with your regular moisturizer.
Drying Time: Allow 4-8 hours for the tan to develop. During this time, avoid contact with water or excessive sweating. Wear loose, dark clothing to prevent transfer.
This product is generally suitable for all skin tones and types looking for a very deep tan. However, a patch test 24 hours prior to full application is always recommended, especially for sensitive skin.
Rinse: After the development time, rinse off the guide color in a warm shower. Avoid using harsh soaps or scrubbing.
Pat Dry: Gently pat your skin dry with a towel.
Moisturize Daily: Hydrate your skin daily with a non-oil-based moisturizer to prolong your tan and ensure an even fade.
Avoid Harsh Products: Steer clear of exfoliating products, harsh soaps, or prolonged hot baths/showers, as these can strip your tan.