What if I make a mistake during application?

Safe Tan™ utilises a spray and blend method of application. The product is applied from a hand held bottle (which utilises a finger pump action), to 'spray' Safe Tan™ onto either the paddle or directly onto the skin.

The colour is then spread and 'blended' with a sponge foam applicator paddle. The brush allows you to control the colour, as well as stimulating the lymphatic system.

In contrast to many other self-tanners which use expensive, messy or time-consuming equipment*, or which are restricted to salon application - this simple 'spray and blend' technique is 'no-mess', easy-to-apply and gives you instant colour.

Whether you're after an 'all-over' tan or just a 'touch-up', Safe Tan™ offers you an affordable and convenient way to maintain a healthy tan all year round.

Safe Tan™ contains cold pressed Aloe Vera as its base. This moisturises, rather than dries the skin, and improves the look and feel of your skin. Safe Tan™ uses food grade cosmetic colours, and contains no harsh chemicals or preservatives. This is in contrast to many other self-tanners that use 'harsh, smelly' chemicals and preservatives.

Unlike common self tanners, Safe Tan™ colours and conditions 3 layers deep, so the skin underneath is tanned, not just the surface layer. No blotching and no streaks - just colour that lasts and fades like a real tan.

In contrast to many self-tanner formulas that contain chemicals which react with melanin in the skin (often resulting in the skin taking on an orange hue), Safe Tan™'s formula works with the skin's natural Amino Acids and adjusts to each individual's skin tones.

This gives a realistic and natural colour... no orange!

Safe Tan™ is brown in the bottle and goes on brown. You immediately see where colour is applied. This allows you to apply all-over even colour... a perfect tan every time.

This is in contrast to many other sunless-tanning products or methods where you either need to wait a period of time (sometimes for hours!) or you're reliant on the skill of the technician... 'hoping' you'll turn out OK.

The result with Safe Tan™ is instant, believable and long lasting, natural colour - every time...!

Safe Tan™ has many features and benefits, including the flexibility of applying your own tan in the privacy and convenience of your own home.

The product is applied using a unique spray and blend application; there's no need to exfoliate, it tans the skin 3 layers deep, offers a streak free application, doesn't dye hair, tans your face and scalp, can easily fix a faded tan from waxing or shaving, helps to disguise white strap marks and burnt skin, and gives you an easy option for a last minute tan.

Safe Tan™ contains no harsh chemicals: it's good for your skin, contains no AHA's, has no offensive smell and no orange hue. There's no blotchy fade out, and it's safe for pregnant women to use.

Safe Tan™'s special formula means it is used very successfully with many medical conditions and skin disorders.

Although each individual will vary, Safe Tan™ lasts approximately a week on the body, and three to four days on the face*.

Because Safe Tan™ penetrates three layers of skin deep, it fades just as a normal tan does. That is, as the skin is sloughed off (exfoliates) and the lower layers are exposed, thanks to the (Safe Tan™) carriers, the skin underneath is already tanned and moisturised - hence the natural fading.

[* The face and hands normally exfoliate a little quicker due to more frequent washing. Simply re-apply mid week for a consistent tan.]

Safe Tan™ contains no emulsifiers, so the ingredients separate within the bottle (just like an oil and vinegar dressing).

No emulsifiers means less chemicals, which is better and healthier for your skin and body.

Yes! You can tan your entire face, and also up into the hair line.

Safe Tan™ does not attach to live amino acids. As hair is not live, you can brush and blend the colour up into the hair line, over eyebrows, eyelids and even beards.

Simply spray Safe Tan™ onto the paddle and then blend the colour over your face. As you won't see any 'stop start' lines, your tan will look completely natural. As an added bonus, you may even find you need to use less makeup / foundation.

Safe Tan™ is specifically designed to be applied with the sponge applicator paddle, and is not designed for use in spray guns or airbrush equipment.

Spraying the colour (directly onto your skin or onto the paddle), and then spreading and blending the colour with the applicator paddle allows you to control the colour.

The 'brushing' (blending) also helps stimulate the lymphatic system.

Instant colour also means you can see exactly where the colour is. This means you can easily check your work and won't miss any part of your body, ensuring even smooth colour.

Safe Tan™ is also in a concentrate form. Very little product is needed to obtain beautiful natural colour making it affordable to use all year round.

No equipment means no mess, no waste and nothing to clean up which means more time to do the things you love to do...!

The beauty about Safe Tan™ is that you get to choose the depth of colour you like or feel comfortable with.

The colour you see on your first application will intensify over the first 10-12 hours. This will give you a 'sun-kissed' tan.

For those people with pale (fair) skin or who haven't been able to tan previously or are not used to much colour, this 1 application is often enough.

However if you prefer a deeper colour (tan), you can re-apply up to 3 days in a row. You'll be about 80% darker with the 2nd application. For a really exotic tan, re-apply a 3rd application on the 3rd day.

When you've obtained the depth of colour you're comfortable with, simply reapply every 7 - 10 days to maintain a consistent tan.

Never re-apply without first waiting a minimum of 10-12 hours (24 hours is best) and showering. If you do, the colour will ‘coat itself’, absorb unevenly and all your good work will be undone.

1 Application: 2 Applications: 3 Applications: Healthy outdoor look Weekend at the beach look Back from an exotic holiday look

Depending on the depth of colour required, apply Safe Tan™ once a day, for up to three days in a row. Then re-apply once a week to maintain the colour, twice a week on your face.

Never re-apply without first waiting a minimum of 10-12 hours (24 hours is best) and showering. If you do, the colour will ‘coat itself’, absorb unevenly. Following the instructions provided will ensure you get the best results.

No, Safe Tan™ is not a sunscreen! While Safe Tan™ contains non-paba sunscreen, no SPF claims are made.

Appropriate sunscreen application and protection is always recommended to prevent sun damage.

Safe Tan™ is dry within a few minutes. So once you've finished applying, simply check your work and you can get dressed straight away.

No more standing naked for 20 minutes, waiting and not touching anything!

Unlike other self-tanners, Safe Tan™ will not rub off on your clothes after the first rinse. No more orange bras!

No! When you first apply Safe Tan™, it begins absorbing into the skin at the rate of about one layer every three hours. As it hydrates and colours three layers of skin, it will take 10 - 12 hours for full absorption.

During this initial 10 - 12 hour period, water and perspiration inducing activities (e.g. exercise, swimming, showering etc.) should be avoided as these can interfere with Safe Tan™'s absorption of colour.

However after this 10 - 12 hour application period and your first shower, you can resume all your regular activities.

[Note: While engaging in activities where the skin is subject to moisture or water (i.e. swimming, exercise etc.) won't wash off your tan, keep in mind that some of these activities (i.e. swimming in chlorinated pools, heavy perspiration etc. ) may speed up your own skin's natural exfoliation rate.

As the skin naturally exfoliates, your tan will naturally tan - in just the same way as it would with a normal tan. So if you are swimming a lot etc., you may find that your tan fades a little quicker than normal. It simply means you may need to re-apply Safe Tan™ a little more frequently to maintain your desired depth of colour.]

As you see instant colour as soon as you apply Safe Tan™, it's very easy to avoid mistakes and ensure smooth even application.

However once you've finished and checked your work, if you do happen to have missed a section or patch of skin, simply apply a bit more colour and blend or touch up those areas.

And if you do happen to make a mistake, don't panic! Safe Tan™ is fully washable within the first hour. Simply use a soapy washer / flannel, or cotton wool soaked with Witch Hazel to remove colour from any area of your skin.

Safe Tan™ should not be applied more more than once a day.

Remember Safe Tan™ is different to many self-tanners in that it absorbs the colour down to 3 layers of skin. The skin is only able to absorb colours and moisturisers at a given rate.

If you apply Safe Tan™ prior to full absorption (10 - 12 hours minimum, 24 hours is best), the colour can coat itself and absorb improperly. This can result in an unnatural and uneven look.

Just remember these simple steps:

• Step 1: Apply
  
  
• Step 2: Wait 10 - 12 hours (minimum)
  
  
• Step 3: Shower
  
  
• Step 4: Re-apply (where darker colour is desired)
  
  
• Step 5: Once the depth of colour has been obtained, simply reapply about once a week to maintain your tan.

No - unlike many self-tanners, when you use Safe Tan™, you won't end up with stained clothing or orange bras!

Some of the Safe Tan™ colour 'can' rub off onto your clothes just after application - until you have had your first shower*. However it won't stain your clothes, and can easily be washed out.

For your convenience, it's best to avoid wearing white clothes following application. Although it's not essential, avoiding very tight clothing during this initial application period will reduce the potential for any friction, rubbing or sweating that may interfere with Safe Tan™'s absorption.

TIP: Most people find that applying Safe Tan™ in the evening and then showering the next morning is a convenient and practical tanning routine. This routine also works well in hot weather when it's cooler in the evenings and sweating can be avoided.

[*Safe Tan™ is in a concentrate form, so very little product is needed to obtain colour. As the skin is only able to absorb so much colour, using an excess of colour simply results in wastage. Any excess colour is rinsed / washed off in the first shower following application.]

Lotions, perfume, sunscreens, moisturisers etc. only need to be avoided during the initial 10 - 12 absorption period following application, and simply because they can interfere with Safe Tan™'s full absorption of colour into the 3 layers of skin.

After this period, you can safely resume all your normal routines.

Once you've had your first shower and any excess colour has been rinsed and washed off, aftershaves, lotions, perfumes etc. won't impact on your tan. Your new tanned skin will feel like it's your skin - only better!

TIP: Because Safe Tan™ contains moisturisers within its formula, not only will your skin look and feel better, you'll also save time and money as regular use frequently reduces or eliminates the need for other moisturisers.

Because the skin in areas such as the knee and elbows is drier, these areas can grab and absorb more colour and moisturisers than other parts of the body.

If too much colour is applied, these areas can therefore appear (unnaturally) darker. Therefore (as with most self-tanners), only a limited amount of colour is needed in these areas.

The beauty about Safe Tan™ is that you have complete control over the amount of colour that's applied, while the paddle applicator allows you a simple way to feather and spread the colour in these areas.

Simply use the 'dry' side of the application paddle (the side with very little colour left in it), and 'lightly' feather the colour.

But don't panic. If you 'do' make a mistake, Safe Tan™ is still fully washable within the first hour... wash it and fix it!

NOTE: Detailed instructions are included with each purchase.

Safe Tan™ doesn't cross the blood barrier and is non toxic.

It can be especially nice for pregnancy since it has no foul odour, or nausea inducing fragrance.

Safe Tan™ also helps disguise the facial discolouration that sometimes accompanies pregnancy. It helps keep the skin more supple and smooth with very little effort.

No. Simply follow the instructions and you’ll get a perfect 'streak free' tan every time.

With Safe Tan™ you see instant colour as soon as it's applied. The paddle applicator allows you to spread and blend colour easily and evenly.

Once you've applied your tan, just check your work. If you happen to have missed a bit, simply 'fill in' and blend the colour across.

No. In contrast to many self-tanners that simply coat the top layer or skin, Safe Tan™ colours and conditions 3 cell layers deep.

That's why you have colour that fades gradually and evenly - just like a normal tan. (As the skin is (naturally) sloughed off, the lower layers of skin expose skin that has already been tanned).

It's better to shave or wax in the morning (or day before) and tan yourself in the evening.

Shaving and waxing can irritate the skin, - and use of Safe Tan™ immediately afterwards can cause unnecessary moments of discomfort.

Pulling the hair with the razor (or wax strip) also enlarges the hair follicles, and can result in tiny dark spots if Safe Tan™ is applied immediately after. (I.e. Safe Tan™ colour gets trapped in the hair follicle. Don't panic - these will wash away in the next shower).

After three or four days of shaving, a subtle difference in colour may exist from the shaved to the unshaved areas, just as with a real tan. With Safe Tan™, it's easy to simply re-apply a little 'touch up' to these lighter areas.

So the good news is - with Safe Tan™ you can shave or wax and still have colour - without streaks, ugly knees or rusty ankles, elbows or knees.

No. Although you can order Safe Tan™ in 3 convenient sizes, the one colour is suitable for everyone. That means no more hassles (or mistakes!) trying to find a colour or product to match or suit your skin.

Unlike many topical self-tanners that 'sit' on the surface of the skin, Safe Tan™'s unique formula works with the skin's natural Amino Acids, and adjusts to each individual's skin tones.

This gives a realistic and natural colour and your own unique tan. The colour is carried down to 3 layers of skin, so not only does your tan look like a 'real' tan, it fades like one too.

If you'd like more depth of colour after the first application, simply follow the instructions provided and re-apply up to 3 days in a row.

One of the first things you'll notice about the list of ingredients in Safe Tan™ is that it's a short list!

There are no harsh chemicals, no preservatives, emulsifiers, allergens or irritants.

Safe Tan™ offers only the best emollients, nutrients, humectants and skin care ingredients. This means it's better for your skin and your health.

The base of Safe Tan™ is cold-pressed Aloe Vera. It also contains other moisturisers and humectants, FDA approved colours and a small amount of evaporative SD-alcohol that allows Safe Tan™ to dry quickly without drying the skin.

The cosmetic colours along with plant extracts, help create your own individualised tan shade while the carriers takes the colour and moisturisers into the top three layers of your skin.

For a complete list of ingredients and what they're used for, please click here.

Absolutely! Once you've applied Safe Tan™ and had your first shower following application, you can resume all your normal routines.

If you're going away on a beach / summer holiday, applying Safe Tan™ before you go away will help avoid that conspicuous “FOP” (Fresh Off the Plane) look.

Safe Tan™’s moisturising action also helps prepare your skin for sunbaking.

Use any type of sunscreen - and as high a SPF as you wish*. Reapplying Safe Tan™ after a few days or at the end the week will help to augment your developing tan.

[*Note: Safe Tan™ is not a sunscreen. Appropriate sunscreen application and protection is always recommended to prevent sun damage.]

Safe Tan™ uses as few chemical components as possible, and has no preservatives.

It's better for your skin this way, but without the regular harmful preservatives and with its Aloe Vera base, - after time, nature conquers and the cosmetic colours break down.

Safe Tan™ has an approximate 10 month shelf life, however you can easily extend the shelf life by keeping your bottle refrigerated.

Don't worry. Safe Tan™ is still safe to use after this period, however the colour may not be as intense or as rich or last as long.

Many self-tanners contain a range of harsh chemicals and preservatives which is the reason why individuals with sensitive skin often have reactions when they use them (or are unable to use them at all).

Safe Tan™ is hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, has a pH of 5.5, and helps to balance oily or dry skin. The product has an Aloe Vera base, and does NOT contain harsh chemicals or preservatives.

As a result of this unique formula, Safe Tan™ has been used very successfully by many people with sensitive skin, along with a range of skin disorders and medical conditions.

For example, dermatologists have found that Safe Tan™ often calms skin conditions such as Psoriasis, Eczema, and the skin disorder associated with Diabetes. Safe Tan™ has also been effectively used as an aid Acne, Rosacea, Vitiligo, and Lupus. (For more detailed information, please click here).

To check out the list of ingredients in Safe Tan™, please click here.

[Note: Naturally everyone's skin type is different, and sensitivity will vary between individuals. However in most instances because of Safe Tan™'s make-up, there is a very good likelihood that individuals with skin sensitivity can expect a good result using Safe Tan™. Of course, if you decide to try it and for any reason experience an unsatisfactory result, your purchase is safely covered by our NO-RISK money back guarantee.]

Think of applying Safe Tan™ as painting a house. The first coat always requires the most paint (especially if it's never been painted before). However subsequent coats are quicker and require less paint to achieve a coverage of colour.

The first few times you apply Safe Tan™, your skin will require and absorb the most product to achieve even smooth coverage of colour. Thereafter, if you're maintaining your tan on a regular basis, your skin will become rehydrated and requires less product to maintain the same rich colour and silky feel.

Of course, if you only want to use Safe Tan™ irregularly and allow it to fade in between uses, that's entirely up to you. Just remember, a 'new' tan application will require more product than 'maintaining' an existing one.

The cost per application works out more economically if you're using Safe Tan™ on a regular basis, but the good thing is - you get to choose the size that's best for you.

Click here for a price and size comparison table to work out what suits your budget.

Absolutely! Unlike many self-tanning products or 'fly-by-night's', Safe Tan™ has been around for well over a decade (since the early 1990's), and was formulated by the manufacturer following extensive research.

Independent clinical testing was conducted in the late 1990's to support (and prove) Safe Tan™'s product claims. Click here for details and to read excerpts of those results.

Yes. Please click here to find the answers to the most commonly asked questions in relation to ordering etc.

If you can't find the answers to your questions here, please contact us and we'll be happy to address your question.