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 Nov 22, 2017

Purchased, not delivered

By Gaynor Giro, Walkerville, Australia, Verified Reviewer

I was so excited to receive my products today and can't wait to try it. BUT I am missing one bottle of Tan Physics true color. I have received the Exfoliant and the Tan Extender so I guess I will write a review once I can try the product.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 4 People Have Voted

Posted on Jun 22, 2019

Smells

By Jennifer B., Tacoma, WA, Verified Reviewer

HighYa reviewed the Tan Physics and said she used her bare hands and it did not color her hands after application. I applied it the same way and washed hands soon after and it did stain my hands.

Also, HighYa said it does not smell, after application. For me, the smell got more intense as the hours went by. Not a pleasant smell like what was in the bottle before application.

Lastly, HighYa said it wouldn't rub on clothes, but three hours later, I rubbed a white towel over my arm and it rubbed off, I did put lotion on before application.

Plus the tan it gave for me was more intense than the subtle tan that HighYa gave in her review after one application.

It is highly priced and not sure, if there is a cheaper, less chemical, self-tanner out there but worth your time to research and see.

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

Helpful Review? 2 People Have Voted

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

Posted on Apr 13, 2018

Love it!

By Rhonda Sy, California, Verified Reviewer

I really like this product. I've been a Fake Bake locked-in user for years. I tried Tan Physics for the first time last night. Little smell, definitely not offensive like some have. I showered this morning and the color left after was very natural. No streaking and even color where applied. Next time I will be sure to apply lotion to the top of my feet, ankles, tops of hands and elbows before applying Tan Physics. It didn't stain my sheets nor leave any odor.

I've read so many negative reviews, I'm shocked I even ordered. But I am glad I did. It is on the pricey side compared to my favorite Fake Bake, but you don't need to apply much. I do like the fact you can reapply for a darker desired tan. My skin felt hydrated and looked as if I applied a moisturizer to my skin. I will be buying this product again. I do not understand all the negative reviews; it is very puzzling to me. I've been fake tanning for years and Tan Physics is at the top next to my favorite Fake Bake.

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

Helpful Review? 17 People Have Voted

Posted on Sep 13, 2019

Love it

By Lisa P., Vienna, VA, Verified Reviewer

I have been using this product for several years. It works very well. It only has a slight smell. When applied correctly it does not streak. Take your time and apply in a circular motion. The only downside is when I purchased it there was no moisturizer in it. They may have improved that by now. I would just moisturize afterwards. Also, I would avoid wearing white as it will come off onto the inside of your clothing. Same thing with white sheets. I'm of the age where I do not lay in the sun so this is a lifesaver for me. The color is realistic and it works much faster than other self-tanners. I don't know what I'd do without it.

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

Helpful Review? 3 People Have Voted

Posted on Nov 3, 2020

Everyone will have different results

By Rachel S., North Carolina, Verified Reviewer

First, I watched pretty much every video available on the internet about tanners and how to apply. It appears this stuff and "Loving Tan" are really great. And I want to point out, everyone's sense of smell and body's reaction will be different - so the point is, try different stuff till you find what works for you.

Okay, now to application. You get TWO VERY DIFFERENT results based upon application. I exfoliated as instructed for all tanners, and applied. If you use a typical tanner mitt/glove, the results are more subdued and a slight "sun-kissed" look. If you use the "velvet" type finger glove or a full "velvet" glove, be prepared, you are getting dark. I think the difference is the amount of tanner applied to the skin directly. The normal mitt will absorb a lot more of the tanner. When I used the "velvet" glove, man I was dark and dark for like 4 good days. I showered every day and the tan was great. Didn't do any crazy routine to maintain. I'm pale and tan for beach trips. I would recommend this product.

Length of Use: 1–2 years

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

Pros and Cons

Easy to apply

Smell is decent

Dried quickly

Difficult to easily see where I did or did not apply

Normal mitt requires multiple applications to get moderate level of dark

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