Saltyface

Tanning Water

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Tanning Water

Tanning Water

$42
$42

A skincare-infused, lightweight facial self-tanner that develops gradually for a sun-kissed tan.
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Tanning Water

Light to Medium
$42
  • Overview
  • Choosing your shade
  • How to use
  • Ingredients
  • Sustainable Packaging
  • About the brand
Highlights

Suitable for

All skin types, including dry, mature, sensitive, blemish-prone, combination, and normal.

Suitable for fair to medium complexions. Can be applied in layers to customize the depth of your tan.

Why we stand behind it

Saltyface’s viral, award-winning Tanning Water leaves your face with a seamless, sun-kissed tan.

Clean, water-light formula, gentle on sensitive and acne-prone skin.
Develops and fades gradually for a natural, low-maintenance tan.
Infused with hydrating, soothing botanicals.
Lightweight,non-clogging, oil-free formula.
Clear formula with no color transfer.
Fine mist for effortless, even application—use Brush No. 1 or mist directly.
Two universal, buildable shades.

Key ingredients

Green Tea Extract: Reduces puffiness in skin

Aloe Leaf Extract: Deeply moisturizes skin

Cucumber Flower Extract: Reduces redness

Linden Leaf Extract: Supports skin elasticity

Calendula Flower Extract: Promotes a firmer, smoother appearance

Chamomile Extract: Soothes and calms skin

DHA derived from Organic Sugar Beets: Provides a natural-looking, streak-free tan

this product meets

The Credo Clean Standard™

Every product we offer meets our industry leading standards for safety and sustainability.

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This product is

Cruelty Free

Sustainable Packaging

Vegan

Gluten Free

Fragrance Free

Soy Free

Non GMO

Fragrance Transparency

What is an undertone?

An undertone is the color beneath the surface of your skin, which never changes (even with a tan). There are three types of undertones:

Pink/Cool

I see red or pink undertones around the perimeter of my face and neck.
My skin burns easily, but barely tans.
My skin looks better in silver jewelry than gold.

Neutral

I see both pink and yellow undertones around the perimeter of my face and neck.
My skin sometimes burns and sometimes tans.
My skin looks good in both gold and silver jewelry.

Yellow/Warm

I see yellow or golden undertones around the perimeter of my face and neck.
My skin rarely burns, but tans easily.
My skin looks better in gold jewelry than silver.

Find your shade match

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Usage

Apply to a clean face as the final step of your skincare routine.
Mist 3-4 sprays directly onto your face or brush, blending outward to the hairline, over, and behind the ears.
Repeat application on your neck and chest for the most natural-looking tan.
Thoroughly wash hands after application.
Tan will continue to develop for up to 24 hours; no need to rinse.
Best if used within 6 months.

Routine:
AM: Cleanser, Serums, Daily Moisturizer, Tanning Water, SPF
PM: Cleanser, Serums, Retinol or Active Ingredients, Daily Moisturizer, Tanning Water

Pro-tip

Don’t forget to apply to your ears, neck, and down your chest for seamless results. Always wash your hands afterwards.

Full ingredient list
Light Medium - Water/Aqua/Eau, Dihydroxyacetone, Glycerin, Erythrulose, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Tilia Cordata Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract (Decolorized), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol Medium Dark - Water/Aqua/Eau, Dihydroxyacetone, Glycerin, Erythrulose, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Tilia Cordata Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract (Decolorized), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol
Fragrance

Radical Fragrance transparency

Credo believes in your right-to-know.

US law does not require fragrance transparency. Credo requires all brands to categorize the fragrance in each product and encourages full ingredient disclosure.

This fragrance is comprised of:

essential oils

certified organic fragrance

natural fragrance

naturally-derived fragrance

synthetic fragrance

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Saltyface

At the beach, beauty feels effortless, life feels care-free. Capturing that feeling and embracing natural beauty is where it all started for founders David and Bethany. Having spent two decades in a city known for its endless rain, the couple always felt their best after sun-drenched beach days, and set out to create products that allow you to feel like your summer self, year-round. From sourcing to formulation, Saltyface upholds the highest standards, using fragrance-free, non-pore clogging, vegan, and cruelty-free ingredients so you can feel good about what you put on your skin.

SHOP ALL Saltyface

Overall rating: 4.7401733 / 5 from 1501 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Saltyface's Tanning Water is praised for its natural, sun-kissed glow and gentle formula, suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Customers appreciate its easy application and nourishing effect, though opinions on the scent vary. The product offers a seamless, low-maintenance tan with a clear, non-clogging formula.

Summary topics

  • Natural Glow: 20%
  • Ease of Use: 14%
  • Healthy Appearance: 20%
  • Natural Tanning Effect: 32%
  • Natural Color: 11%

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Review highlights

  • "It’s easy to apply, it doesn’t stain, it gives a natural look and my face feels so clean the next day!" — Renée L.
  • "I am prone to breakouts, but Salty Face does not clog pores and even makes my skin feel healthier." — Debra M.
  • "I always get compliments saying my skin looks amazing after using a light application!" — Paige F.

Reviews

Salty best!

"i love this product; once in the morning after cleansing and before my moisturizer i apply only three pumps to my face & neck. A sun-kissed glow slowly develops a few hours later. Not a glaring orange or brown stain & no discoloration on my clothes. It’s a unique product that I expect to continue using as long as its available."

— Janet V. (5/5)

The best self tan for sensitive acne-prone skin!!!!

"I have tried so many self tanners, and this is the only one that hasn't dried patchy or starts peeling off. Doesn't feel greasy or sticky and doesn't have that fake tan smell either. Leaves you with a very natural glow! Perfect for anyone who's tan doesn't naturally tan in the sun, so it matches the rest of your body!"

— SHANIA S. (5/5)

Salty best!

"i love this product; once in the morning after cleansing and before my moisturizer i apply only three pumps to my face & neck. A sun-kissed glow slowly develops a few hours later. Not a glaring orange or brown stain & no discoloration on my clothes. It’s a unique product that I expect to continue using as long as its available."

— Janet V. (5/5)

My go to Self tanner.

"I have been using Salty Face since the beginning. I love the spray and applicator brush to apply. My skin feels glowy and more even after application. I don't know why, but life feels better with a tan. lol"

— Tanya M. (5/5)

Holy grail!!

"I am a religious user of this face tanning water! It builds so naturally and most importantly it doesn’t break me out! I have sensitive acne prone skin and have never had issues with this tanning water and I’ve been using it for over a year now. Only thing, I wish it came in a bigger bottle."

— Celine W. (5/5)

my go to product

"if I had to choose only one skin care/makeup product for my face for the rest of my life this would be it! it is the one product that makes the biggest difference, waking up with my confidence a few notches higher and my skin shade a few notches darker, every day year round. I have tried so many different self tanners and this by far is the best one out there. Clean ingredients and more noticeably, a clean smell!"

— Stephanie K. (5/5)

The best self tan for sensitive acne-prone skin!!!!

"I have tried so many self tanners, and this is the only one that hasn't dried patchy or starts peeling off. Doesn't feel greasy or sticky and doesn't have that fake tan smell either. Leaves you with a very natural glow! Perfect for anyone who's tan doesn't naturally tan in the sun, so it matches the rest of your body!"

— SHANIA S. (5/5)

Repeat Purchaser

"I used to swear by Tan Luxe drops but would occasionally break out or develop an orange tint. So I switched to Tanning Water and have never looked back. I am never without it! I love the application brush and sprayer as well and use it every other day or so to maintain a healthy glow. I use less foundation/makeup overall with just a healthy kiss of color from Tanning Water. I have never broken out from it and it works seamlessly into my skincare routine. LOVE!"

— Lindsey L. (5/5)

Sun-kissed Heaven

"I absolutely love the tanning spray! It is so natural and easy to use! I apply it with the brush, which I absolutely love how it creates such an even application and it feels so feather! I always wake up, feeling like I’m glowing and don’t need any makeup! I highly recommend!"

— Allison R. (5/5)

Safe for acne

"I love the tanning water, it always looks good and I like to use the light to medium tanning water on my face and mix that with the medium to dark tanning foam on my body. The tanning water I always apply at night as the last step in my skin care, I wake up looking sun kissed."

— Chandelle H. (5/5)

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