Tan Physics

Tan Physics

Overall Rating

3.1

50 Customer Reviews

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Summary

Tan Physics' range of self-tanning products claims to give you a vacation-worthy glow without the risk of skin damage. These products seem to contain safe, effective ingredients, but the resulting tan might be more subtle and short-lived than you want.

Pros

  • The scent dissipates quickly after application
  • Doesn’t stain clothing when applied correctly
  • Dries quickly
  • Leaves a natural-looking color tone
  • Gentle enough for use on the face

Cons

  • Color might be too subtle, even after multiple applications
  • Starts to fade within days
  • Minimal color options
  • More expensive with subtler results than competition

Customer Reviews

3.1 Stars out of 50 Reviews
5 Star:32% 4 Star:20% 3 Star:4% 2 Star:10% 1 Star:34%
54% Recommend This Product
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Posted on Aug 1, 2019

Incredible

By Marianne S., Pennsylvania, Verified Reviewer

This product is amazing. For a woman that works 50-hour weeks and can't get in the sun like I wish. Tan Physics has made me a very happy woman, inside and out. I will be using this product until the end of my time here on Earth. Thank you.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 2 People Have Voted

Posted on May 26, 2020

Just received

By Vikki D., Baltimore, MD, Verified Reviewer

This is great, a little pricey, but I just used it today and have color already. I'm a huge tanning salon person and this is so much better. For the people that have negative comments ALL I can say is y'all didn't use it right or something. I'm sold on it and I just hope it stays after I shower. Totally recommend this product. It truly does work; no stains, no orange streaks, and actually no smell to me. Need to drop the price for people like me on disability and I so love to tan. WAS a BIGGGGGG salon tanner and this is great.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Posted on Apr 24, 2021

Easy to apply

By Sarah T. , Cincinnati, OH

I like it because it doesn't leave any streaks and looks good and the best I've ever used. Can tell in just one use that your skin is kind of tan. Would recommend to people if they ask what I was using.

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Last a long time

No streaks

Can see results in 1 day

Hands are orange even after washing

Helpful Review? 2 People Have Voted

Posted on Mar 3, 2022

Great product

By Leah R., Toms River, NJ, Verified Reviewer

I bought this product for not having any luck with Jergens. I didn't know there was a tan extender as a product option, or I would've purchased it.

Within the first application, I noticed an immediate darker complexion, and like I'd been in a tanning bed a few times in just one application! I did have to continue application as I noticed fading after showering, but once I got to the desired color, it looked natural and I got many compliments!

I am naturally very pale-skinned, so I've been looking for a self tanner that would work on my light skin and my 47-year-aged skin, and Tan Physics is the only product that has worked for me this far!

Length of Use: Less than 3 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

Immediate color after application

No pungent smell

Beautiful color on my pale skin

Dries quickly, so cannot use a lot at once

Fades rather quickly; especially in shower

Wish price was a little lower

Helpful Review? 1 Person Has Voted

Posted on May 29, 2022

Myria is an amazing customer service representative

By Stephanie H. , Worcester, MA

I accidentally ordered the three exfoliating creams along with my three tanning lotions. Upon realizing this I called customer service on a Sunday (very convenient) and Myria patiently answered about a hundred questions I had to help me understand what I did while ordering this product. Tan Physics not only has an amazing product they have amazing customer service also! My card was refunded, I received a transaction number, and was reassured with all of my questions with patience and actually made me change my mind about canceling my accidental order with her knowledge of the product system. Thank you Myria!

Length of Use: 6–12 months

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Pros and Cons

It dries quickly

Tans evenly

Smells great

No “cons” were specified in this review

Posted on May 13, 2014

Wonderful product

By Linda , Springfield, Ohio

I started using this product and get lots of compliments. Yes, it did stain my palms but came off with a pumice stone. You can fill in missed spots with ease and become dark as you want. I love it.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 18 People Have Voted

Posted on Jul 2, 2015

I think this product works well.

By Shelly ,

I cannot believe all the negative comments. I think this product works well. I don't think purchasing the exfoliator is necessary as long as you exfoliate with a washcloth. I was surprised that the tan extender was tinted as well; but I still like it. The one negative is that without using a body lotion after, my skin looks and feels dry. And if you wash your hands after applying, like all self-tanners, you will not see any stains.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 26 People Have Voted

Posted on Jul 11, 2014

Surprised at the negative reviews

By Lynch , Chicago, IL

Must admit that the day after using for the first time I was extremely disappointed, hardly any color change at all especially on my legs. But I decided to give it another try and proceeded with a second application and then the following day a third. At last, I have a tan and a very natural one at that.

This product smells great, dries within 15 minutes so you can wear your clothes, does not leave you feeling sticky and for me, moisturizes and leaves my skin feeling soft. It also does not come off on you clothes or sheets as much as other self tanners.

I'm about to buy another bottle. I do however think it should be darker, you need to apply every couple of days so the bottle certainly does not last long and is therefore expensive.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 24 People Have Voted

Posted on Jul 6, 2015

Good stuff

By Lisa Hagwood , Matthews, NC

I have used Tan Physics for two summers and have really enjoyed it. Yes, you have to be careful when you apply but it is worth not being pasty white. I have been asked on numerous occasions if I have been to the beach. I would recommend it.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 11 People Have Voted

Posted on Sep 4, 2016

Not bad, but quite expensive.

By Tayla , Australia , Verified Reviewer

I used Tan Physics for the 1st time 3 days ago. I have a very pasty complexion so I don't mind the colour results. It gives quiet a bit of colour for me. If you have a darker complexion, I don't think the results would be very noticeable​. It smells fine and dries very fast. I don't think it applies any better to any other fake tan. I found I have to exfoliate before every application each day or it does go streaky, but if you do then it's fine. Overall it's a good product, but a bit pricey.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 7 People Have Voted

Posted on May 2, 2017

Happy with Tan Physics

By Nancy Pryor, Short, OK, Verified Reviewer

I bought Tan Physics from eBay for under $10. For that price, I thought it was worth a try. I used a homemade sugar scrub to exfoliate with consisting of just sugar and a lotion I had on hand. Used latex gloves to apply Tan Physics. I was very happy with the results.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 11 People Have Voted
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