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Bondi Sands Self Tanning Foam Lightweight Self Tanner Foam Enriched with Aloe Vera Coconut Provides a Streak Free Tan
Last Updated: June 13, 2020 (Refresh Now)
8.5
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998
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249.48 grams
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420 meters
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Review Analysis - 916 recent, verified reviews
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Color
227dark, tan, color, smells, love the color
+97%
-3%
" ... It give me a natural looking color and it lasts! ... Others that are in the same price market that give good color does not last . ... "
" ... I haven't had any problems - no streaks or uneven colors. ... "
" ... The best color, scent and goes on smooth ... "
" ... I still had good color after a week. ... "
" ... Great color, love this product, just wish it lasted longer and didnt fade off so quick. ... "
" ... Great color, green based ... "
" ... This was fairly easy to apply and the color looks great! ... "
" ... Color is awesome, smells great and the tan lasts ... "
Design
141orange, natural, pale, tanner, natural looking tan
+98%
-2%
" ... Best dark tan, looks natural, doesn’t streak at all and smells good! ... "
" ... The tan looks real. ... "
" ... More of a subtle glow. ... "
" ... Gives you a natural summer glow, obsessed. ... "
" ... I love the tan “dark” gives me, not orange whatsoever. ... "
" ... The tan looks nice and even. ... "
" ... If you naturally tan but just want the golden look get the light. ... "
" ... Looks great after a few hours. ... "
Comfort
140tanner, elbows, knees, lotion, mitt
+79%
-21%
" ... Eady yo apply and you can see where you have applied it to skin. ... "
" ... First time using a foam tanner and I’m very happy. ... "
" ... This is so similar to St. Tropez, great wear. ... "
" ... I really liked this tanning foam. ... I applied the foam very carefully. ... And my ankles, elbows, armpits and knees looked really good. ... • Right before applying the tanner, I put a light layer of lotion on my knees, elbows, ankles/feet, and hands/wrists. ... "
" ... I used to use L’Oréal, but I find that this is a lot less messy and leaves a more natural tan. ... "
" ... With this foam there is a lotiony quality to the foam so as you’re rubbing it in, it spreads evenly. ... I have no fear with this product, going over elbows and knees and ankles easily. ... "
" ... (I used latex gloves to apply it, that's my favorite way to apply mousse formula self tanners.) ... "
" ... Most natural lookin tan easy to apply kinda sticky like most fake tans are but the smell is good for the first couple hours then turns into the fake tanner smell but totally worth it for the natural color! ... "
Ease of Use
107easy to use, mitt, application, mit, apply
+96%
-4%
" ... I’d 100% recommend a glove for application, that makes all the difference in how easy it is to apply. ... "
" ... You do need to use a mitt for application but its easy! ... "
" ... Easy to apply with the mitt, colored foam is a perfect guide. ... "
" ... Natural and easy to use. ... "
" ... I’d recommend this to anyone looking for a self tanner that still looks natural and is easy to apply. ... "
" ... Amazing color and easy to apply! ... "
" ... This was my first time using self tanner and it was so easy to use. ... "
" ... This stuff is the best color and easy to apply with the greenish guide color. ... "
Cleaning
87tan, streak, stains, self tanner, streaky
+72%
-28%
" ... I was a little skeptical when I purchased this, because the last time I had a spray tan at the tanning salon, it left me orange, blotchy and smelly. ... "
" ... It looks very natural and no streaks. ... "
" ... Doesn't leave you streaky. ... "
" ... Very smooth application, love the color and doesn't leave a stucky residue on your skin like other lotions I have used. ... "
" ... Love how easy to apply the self tanner was with the microfiber glove and did not come out streaky at all. ... "
" ... Never streaks and easy to apply ... "
" ... Easy to apply, no streak, looks natural, no orange! ... "
" ... Great smell & not streaky at all. ... "
Drying
59dries, skin, tan, clothes, drying
+63%
-37%
" ... The smell is amazing (coconut) but not overpowering, it dries relatively quickly/very evenly and the price is reasonable. ... "
" ... Doesn't stick to dry patches and goes on evenly also the undertones are very green so you want look orange or yellow ... "
" ... I recommend using a mitt to spread this around and work quickly because it dries pretty fast. ... "
" ... I have generally very dry skin and have never tried self tan before. ... "
" ... Basically anywhere you have dryer skin that the color could cling to. ... I feel like this really helps moisturize your dry spots so you don’t get clinging color. ... "
" ... It’s not orange at all, has the perfect undertone, not streaky, and dried fairly quick. ... "
" ... I apply it at night (after shaving/waxing and exfoliating) I let myself air dry or I’ll stand in front of a fan naked for a good 5-10 minutes before getting dressed, throw on some super lose clothing and climb into bed. ... "
" ... Applies incredibly evenly, even in places I thought looked a bit patchy, after it dried was still spotless. ... "
Price
58money, waste of money, worth the price, worth the money, st tropez
+74%
-26%
" ... The quality for the price you can’t beat. ... "
" ... It was worth the price and I won’t go back! ... "
" ... literally the BEST self tanner i’ve ever used especially for it’s price!!!!! ... "
" ... Decent value, lasts a week. ... "
" ... Best I’ve used so far for the price. ... "
" ... Expensive and totally worth it. ... "
" ... I never write reviews, but this was worth praising. ... "
" ... Worth the price easy to use ... "
Product Reliability
49tan, self tanners, self tanner, tanning, patchy
+71%
-29%
" ... It lasts about 3-4 days. ... "
" ... Love everything about this, and the price is great have been using for months. ... "
" ... It stays on about a week. ... "
" ... If you put this on about once a week, it will last you at least a month and a half or longer depending on how much you use, ... "
" ... Worked great for me. ... "
" ... I’ve been using self tanner for the last 10 years consistently. ... "
" ... looks like I’ve been tanning for weeks. ... "
" ... Doesnt make you orange just wish it lasted longer but worth it! ... "
Build Quality
44body, foam, applied, tanner, tan
+57%
-43%
" ... I applied one layer just to see what it would do, but I plan on applying two layers in the future. ... "
" ... Best self tanning foam I have used! ... "
" ... But after just one application of this product, my legs are significantly dark and really look great! ... "
" ... I like its color on my legs. ... "
" ... I'm a huge fan of Bali Body and Bondi Sands (Australian tanning products are superior!) ... "
" ... I had to do a few pumps to finish my first leg. ... I couldn't believe that I had instant color on my legs. ... "
" ... It’s easy to apply, smells like coconut, and makes me feel so beautiful! ... "
" ... Also, my skin feels so soft! ... "
Water Resistance
43tan, showering, showered, self tanner, next day
+58%
-42%
" ... Easy to use, smells good and looks natural - will come off on clothes and sheets if you don't shower. ... "
" ... This WILL come off on clothes and sheets if you don't shower before bed (But easy solution, shower before bed). ... "
" ... If you’re able to stand naked for an hour after application then proceed to shower, this product is THE BEST. ... "
" ... Also nice that you are able to shower an hour after. ... "
" ... I applied it around 1p in the afternoon and when I woke up this morning it was like I didn't need to shower. ... even though it was my first time showing since application yesterday the water was pretty clear. ... "
" ... I always keep my self tanner on overnight and shower off in the morning. ... "
" ... I put this on all over after a shower & the next day I see a natural tan! ... "
" ... Beautiful color, smells like coconut, last’s Over a week if you’re not swimming or working out a lot. ... "
Washing
26clothes, sheets, sheets and clothes, rinse, 6 hours
+69%
-31%
" ... Highly recommend to use this product and wash it off before you go to bed. ... "
" ... Then go to bed and rinse in the morning! ... "
" ... It does get onto my white clothes though if I sweat, but I feel like that’s inevitable. ... "
" ... Just wash them and it’s all good. ... "
" ... Yes, it will stain your clothes and sheets, but yes it WILL wash right out. ... "
" ... Lay an old towel or something underneath you when you sit and don’t wear nice clothes. ... "
" ... The product works great but I’m not a fan of having to wash it off after a certain time. ... "
" ... It stays on after you wash it off the first time, a lot longer then most other tanners I have tried which is great!! ... "
Storage
22bag, bottles, opened, lid, tanner
+36%
-64%
" ... I just opened it anf it somehow spilled in the bag and all over the mit and the bottle. ... "
" ... I left it in a drawer on its side and the entire bottle leaked out of the cap, which absolutely shouldn’t have happened. ... "
" ... When I opened it up the bottle was half empty, I’m very unpleased! ... "
" ... I’m not sure if the bottles I bought were bad but this is the worst self tanner I’ve ever used and would not recommend this to anyone. ... "
" ... ordered 2 bottles and one came open and leaking everywhere. ... "
" ... Mousse was green when it came out looks expired , my cap on my tanner was broken as well and just thrown in the bag . ... "
" ... It arrived it a plastic bag and the lid had popped off leaving a little bit of product on the bag. ... This didn't bother me at all, but maybe could be avoided by small pieces of tape holding the lid to the bottle. ... "
" ... Liquid form, no nossle, dented bottle. ... "
Washer Dryer
18dries, tan, drying, skin, clothes
+67%
-33%
" ... I have generally very dry skin and have never tried self tan before. ... "
" ... Even as the product dries, it still smells like coconuts! ... "
" ... Yes, it has a scent but after a few hours rinse the first coat and pat dry and you’ll have a tan that will last for a while. ... "
" ... So far it is very even, but I think a little drying so make sure to moisturize to keep it streak free. ... "
" ... I prefer the quick drying foam but this is great too! ... "
" ... Best smelling self tanner doesn’t leave you smelling stinky like most other brands or salon sprays, comes out of clothes and sheets in washer easily ... "
" ... Quick drying & a nice, dark color. ... "
" ... Looks very natural & dries quickly. ... "
Setup
16directions, process, mitt, minutes, follow
+81%
-19%
" ... Follow the bottle’s directions and you’ll have a perfect tan. ... "
" ... Follow the directions on the bottle and you will not be disappointed! ... "
" ... Easy to apply, not streaky and doesn't stink like most self tanners. ... "
" ... Easy to apply with the mitt, colored foam is a perfect guide. ... "
" ... Follow their directions and you’ll have great results. ... "
" ... Easy to apply, blends perfectly when using a mitt, and stays for a long time. ... "
" ... It will save me about $40 a month and it’s just too easy to apply to not go this route. ... "
" ... Highly recommend and wish I’d used this at my wedding instead of a professional service. ... "
Marketplace
15fake, order, bondi sands, pictures, ever
+60%
-40%
" ... Received my replacement. ... Glad I gave it a second chance thank you! ... "
" ... I included pictures of what it looks like. ... "
" ... One of these pictures is after I got tan from lying out in the sun. ... "
" ... Okay from left to right in the pic . ... "
" ... THANKS BONDI SANDS ... "
" ... But I included photos with this review to show. ... "
" ... I prefer to purchase from amazon but when they are out I go directly to the seller. ... "
" ... Will definitely order again. ... "
Shave Quality
10smooth, shower, exfoliate, skin, tanning
+100%
" ... Though Exfoliating before using the product (example shaving legs ) is important! ... "
" ... So easy to use, no bad odor, and no skin irritation. ... "
" ... It went on very smooth and even. ... "
" ... Very little came off in the shower and I was able to shave as well. ... Once my mitt came, I made sure that morning to shower and shave. ... "
" ... This type of self-tan needs to be applied correctly which means shower, shave, exfoliate, apply tan with the glove and work into the skin, let it air dry, and wear loose clothing for the next 8 hours. ... "
" ... No skin irritation. ... "
" ... Goes on smooth and consistent. ... "
" ... I plan on ordering the gradual tanning milk for maintenance, but will probably exfoliate, shave and reapply once more before it gets here. ... "
Overall performance
10fast, goes, streaking, job, definitely
+90%
-10%
" ... Definitely get a mit to use, but it goes on so smooth and so easy. ... "
" ... it transfers onto everything!! ... "
" ... It got dark so fast. ... "
" ... It went on very smooth and even. ... "
" ... You have to spread it kinda fast. ... "
" ... It does it’s job. ... "
" ... I have not seen any streaking and it goes on very smooth. ... "
" ... Goes on smooth and consistent. ... "
Returns
10refund, try, would, want, product
+20%
-80%
" ... I definitely won’t be using it again and will be asking for a refund. ... "
" ... a refund would be great - this product sucks. ... "
" ... I want a full refund. ... "
" ... I’ll be returning this. ... "
" ... I’m so disappointed in this product, I want my money back ... "
" ... Do not recommend, if I could, I would return it for a refund. ... "
" ... Want my refund back. ... "
" ... I wanted to return this after it did not work and because I used it I cannot return it ... "
Sleep Tracking
9sheets, morning, wash, rinse, tan
+89%
-11%
" ... Pro tip: do sleep in it as it developed better! ... "
" ... I The smell isn’t bad during application but the next two days or so my skin smells a little musty :/ I sleep with the product on and wash it off the next morning and it usually lasts a week and slightly begins to fade after four day. ... "
" ... Sleep on it and do a rinse in the morning. ... "
" ... Sleep with it overnight and lightly rinse in the morning. ... "
" ... I sleep with it on then rinse in the morning and my sheets are covered. ... "
" ... If you decide to sleep and let it process it will transfer! ... "
" ... I usually like to sleep in my tan and this one just gets all over sheets, clothes, sofas, anything it touches. ... "
" ... I sleep in the color. ... "
Food Items
9smells, fake bake, coconut, tanner, steak
+100%
" ... The scent is light and smells like coconut and pineapple, to me. ... "
" ... This smells delicious! ... "
" ... Smells like coconut. ... "
" ... It’s smells sooo good, like coconut. ... "
" ... This smells like coconut. ... "
" ... Smells great and goes on evenly. ... "
" ... It’s kind of a mix between sugar cookies and coconut macaroons. ... "
" ... Came and I went to do a steak test it left that part of my arm green . ... "
Delivery
8arrived, received, package, opened, mine
-100%
" ... it was either made this way or the delivery was rough. ... "
" ... I opened it today as soon as I received the package and it seems as if it’s past it’s use by date orelse it’s a fake! ... "
" ... Product arrived an absolute mess. ... "
" ... Product arrived too damaged to try. ... "
" ... This is one of the worst things I have ever received. ... "
For Travel
6trip, look, like, going, even
+67%
-33%
" ... I look like I’ve been on vacation. ... "
" ... You will look like you just came from a beach vacation. ... "
" ... After taking a trip to Australia and finding Bondi Sands I love it! ... "
Software Platform
6error, time, initial, good, user
+67%
-33%
" ... for my next application. ... "
" ... Application was flawless. ... "
" ... With some trial and error, this tan looks so good!! ... "
" ... Application itself is a dream. ... "
Battery Life
6hours, leave, 6 hours, days, 5
+83%
-17%
" ... Lasts longer than any other tanner I have used. ... "
" ... Not sure how long it lasts. ... "
" ... It lasts about 5 days for me ... "
" ... Looks great after a few hours. ... "
" ... Like, it REALLY, REALLY lasts. ... "
Video Playback
5watched, videos, watching, video, self
+100%
" ... I decided to try this product after reviews I read and watching YouTube videos. ... "
" ... I watched a YouTube video and went right to it. ... "
" ... As a first time self tanner, I was really researching and watching tons of YouTube videos. ... "
" ... I got this yesterday and I watched a ton of videos to make sure I applied it right. ... "
" ... Okay so to start I ordered this product after watching video reviews on YouTube and reading reviews on here and they all seemed very positive. ... "
Blend Quality
5coconut, blends, blend, orange
+100%
" ... The material of the glove gives a flawless blend with ease, and the self tanner has a coconut scent in the beginning. ... "
" ... It blends really well and doesn’t get splotchy when it fades. ... "
" ... The only plus was the coconut scent and easy blending. ... "
" ... Not orange and blends so smoothly! ... "
Capacity
4going, around, coverage
+50%
-50%
" ... Definitely not going to be one I keep around the house. ... "
Apps
4application
+100%
" ... I just watched a YouTube tutorial and that’s all I needed. ... "
" ... YouTube helps if you want to know how to put it on properly, that’s what I did. ... "
" ... Application itself is a dream. ... "
Original Product
4ever, tanners, tan, first
-100%
" ... I can honestly say this is one of the WORST fake tanners I have EVER used. ... Good fake tanners aren’t cheap. ... "
" ... This was the first and the last time using this fake tan ever again. ... "
" ... Questioning the authenticity? ... "
Product As Described
4taken, one, included, photos
+100%
" ... One of these pictures is after I got tan from lying out in the sun. ... "
" ... I included pictures of what it looks like. ... "
" ... Okay from left to right in the pic . ... "
" ... But I included photos with this review to show. ... "
Features
4tint, medium, dark, bought, tan
+100%
" ... If you naturally tan but just want the golden look get the light. ... "
" ... I got the light/medium. ... "
" ... Bought light/medium. ... "
" ... I picked light/medium. ... "
Baking
4bake, st, self, fake bake, tropez
+25%
-75%
" ... My all time favorite remains Fake Bake Darker . ... "
Camera
4photos, actually, shots, pictures, included
+75%
-25%
" ... The pictures speak for themselves ... "
" ... I’ve sent many of girlfriends and photographers pics of the product because it’s taken me like five years to find one that actually works. ... "
" ... But I included photos with this review to show. ... "
Network
4+100%
" ... The smell is faint, and the coverage is excellent. ... "
" ... Coverage wears evenly as it fades. ... "
" ... i did have to go over an area once or twice to make sure i was getting full coverage (but that's probably normal). ... "
Fit
4starts, lid, inside, hold, apply
-100%
" ... It arrived it a plastic bag and the lid had popped off leaving a little bit of product on the bag. ... This didn't bother me at all, but maybe could be avoided by small pieces of tape holding the lid to the bottle. ... "
" ... But doesn't hold color past two days and starts looking blotchy and then wears off. ... "
" ... Just doesn't stay on long at all. ... "
Wash Programs
3like, even, tanners, rinse, clothes
+33%
-67%
" ... This is the darkest I've ever used AFTER ONE APPLICATION of 20 minutes then I had to wash it off. ... "
" ... After an hour or so you then have to wash most of it off in the tub. ... "
Band
3mitt, body, ankles
+67%
-33%
" ... I applied it with the amazing "skinerals" mitt and back strap. ... "
" ... Apply carefully around ankles and wrist! ... "
Defective Delivery
3damaged, came, mine, leaking, arrived
+33%
-67%
" ... I do not believe this means the product is defected. ... "
" ... Product arrived too damaged to try. ... "
Hair
3tan, skin, red, fair, nose
+100%
" ... I’ve compared this to loving tan in the same shade as I’d get from them which is “dark” I’m fair blonde hair. ... "
" ... I have natural red hair that I’ve darkened and pretty fair skin. ... "
" ... It's also great for guys with body hair. ... "
Night Photography
3light, bought
+100%
" ... It was also a warm night. ... "
" ... Bought light/medium. ... "
" ... I picked light/medium. ... "
Size
3amount, size, mitt
+67%
-33%
" ... I pumped a small amount onto my mitt. ... "
" ... Also it’s a larger oz size amount for a cheaper price than my other fav. ... "
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Weight: 249.48 grams
Size: 420 meters