Express Self Tan

1 Hour Express Self Tan Mousse and Foams

Express self tan can be rinsed off in as little as an hour, so you don't need to sleep in it. Rinse early for a light glow, or leave it on for longer if you want something deeper. You'll find a mousse and several foams here, and some of the foams come in shades made for different skin tones.

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About Express Self Tan

How to Choose an Express Self Tan

Start with how deep you want the colour. A shorter wait gives a lighter glow, and leaving it on longer builds more. Then think about the format. A mousse is easy to see as you apply it, while an aerated foam feels lighter on the skin.

Getting an Even Finish

Exfoliate the day before and moisturise any dry patches. A tanning mitt helps you blend, especially across your back and shoulders. Wash your hands after you apply, and give your skin time to dry before you dress.

Not Sure Which Express Self Tan Is Right for You?

Want advice tailored to your skin? Start with our free online skin test. You can also contact our expert team for one-to-one advice, and read our blog for expert tips on building a routine that supports your skin goals.

Bondi Sands 1 Hour Express Self Tanning Foams

Bondi Sands has the biggest range of express self tans here. The Aero is an aerated foam with a coconut scent and a very light feel. The Technocolor foams add a colour guide that works against orange tones. Both go on with a mitt and can be rinsed off after an hour. For the best result with the Technocolor foams, Bondi Sands suggests leaving them on for at least three hours.

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Express Self Tan for Your Skin Tone

A shade made for your skin tone helps the colour look more natural. Technocolor Emerald is for medium skin tones, and its green guide colour is there to counteract orange. Magenta and Caramel are for deeper skin. Magenta suits olive to deep tones, and Caramel adds a warm, golden glow on deep skin tones.

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Express Self Tanning Mousse You Can Rinse Off Early

Skinny Tan's 1 Hour Express Mousse is time activated, so you decide how deep the colour goes. Rinse it off after an hour for a light glow, or leave it for four to six hours for a darker bronze. A guide colour shows where you've been as you apply. Skinny Tan says the colour keeps developing for another six to eight hours after you rinse.

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Expert Tip for Express Self Tan

"Exfoliate the day before, then apply to clean, dry skin with a mitt. Work one area at a time and keep your strokes long and even. Set a timer for the time on the pack, so you rinse when you meant to. Use warm water and pat your skin dry rather than rubbing, then moisturise to help the colour last. Express tan has no SPF, so your sunscreen still goes on every morning."

- Kimberley, Clinic and Customer Experience Manager.

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Bestselling Express Self Tans for Colour in as Little as an Hour

Express self tans in mousse and foam formulas, listed with our best sellers first.
Skinny Tan 1 Hour Express Self-Tanning Mousse 150mlSkinny Tan 1 Hour Express Self-Tanning Mousse
Skinny Tan 1 Hour Express Self-Tanning Mousse

$32.00 $48.00 33% offsaving
Bondi Sands Technocolour Emerald 1 Hour Express Self Tanning FoamBondi Sands Technocolor Emerald 1 Hour Express Self Tanning Foam
Bondi Sands Technocolor Emerald 1 Hour Express Self Tanning Foam

$31.00 $39.00 21% offsaving
A bottle of Bondi Sands Technocolor Caramel 1 Hour Express Self Tanning Foam, with a pink and white color scheme and text indicating it is suitable for a warm golden tone.Bondi Sands Technocolor Caramel 1 Hour Express Self Tanning Foam 200ml
Bondi Sands Technocolor Caramel 1 Hour Express Self Tanning Foam 200ml

$27.00 $39.00 31% offsaving
Bondi Sands Technocolour Magenta 1 Hour Express Self Tanning FoamBondi Sands Technocolor Magenta 1 Hour Express Self Tanning Foam
Bondi Sands Technocolor Magenta 1 Hour Express Self Tanning Foam

$31.00 $39.00 21% offsaving

Frequently Asked Questions

What is express self tan?

Express self tan is a self tan that develops faster than a standard one. You apply it, wait as little as an hour, then rinse off the guide colour.

How long should you leave express self tan on?

Check the timing on your pack, as it varies by formula. Many can be rinsed off after an hour for a lighter colour, and leaving it on for a few hours gives a deeper one. Some formulas carry on developing for several hours after you rinse.

How do you apply express self tan?

Exfoliate the day before, then apply to clean, dry skin with a mitt, one area at a time. Wait until you're touch dry before you get dressed, and wear loose, dark clothes while the guide colour is on. Patch test before your first use.

What's the difference between express and regular self tan?

Time, mainly. Many regular self tans need six to eight hours or overnight. Express formulas are designed to be rinsed off sooner, often within a few hours, so you get colour faster and don't have to sleep in it.

Can I use express self tan on my face?

Check the label first. Some express tans are made for the body and some for the face. If you'd like a face tan, tanning drops go into the moisturiser you already use, so you control how much colour you add.

Does express self tan protect you from the sun?

No. Express self tan colours your skin but doesn't contain SPF, and it won't protect you from sunburn. Keep wearing your sunscreen every day.

Which express self tan is best?

There isn't one best choice. It depends on your skin tone and how deep you want the colour, and on whether you'd rather use a mousse or a foam. Some foams come in shades made for medium, olive to deep or deep skin tones, so check which tone each one is made for.

Can I use express self tan on sensitive skin?

Be careful. Brands usually say not to apply self tan to sore, broken, irritated or sensitive skin. Patch test on a small area first and wait 24 hours. Stop using it if your skin reacts.