Body Nutritive Serum | Tanning

No. This is one of the most important things to understand before purchasing. The Just Nutritive Body Nutritive Serum is a natural tanning accelerator and skin-nourishing body oil, not a self-tanner or bronzer. It does not contain DHA, bronzers, or artificial coloring agents that create color without sun exposure. It works by deeply moisturizing and nourishing the skin with a blend of natural oils that optimize the skin's ability to tan faster, deeper, and more evenly when exposed to sunlight or a tanning bed. If you are looking for color without any sun exposure, the Just Nutritive Sunless Tanning Anti-Aging Lotion or Sunless Tanning Daily Facial Cream are the correct products for you.

The formula works through a combination of mechanisms rooted in the natural properties of its plant oils. Walnut Oil is known as a tanning activator and helps the skin reach a deeper, darker tan. Kukui Nut Oil stimulates the production of melanin (the pigment responsible for tanning) and provides a deep bronze hue. Avocado Oil optimizes the absorption of Vitamin D and the production of melanin when exposed to sun, while creating an invisible protective layer that prevents moisture loss. Hazelnut Oil absorbs UV rays and acts as a natural UV filter. Together these oils prepare the skin to tan more efficiently, meaning less time in the sun is needed to achieve the desired color.

For outdoor tanning or tanning bed use: apply the serum 15 minutes before sun or tanning bed exposure, either to dry skin or to damp skin right after showering to lock in moisture. Apply to all areas that will be exposed to UV light. The serum absorbs quickly and does not leave a greasy residue that would block UV penetration. After tanning, reapply as needed to maintain hydration and prolong the tan. For daily moisturizing use: apply liberally after a warm shower while skin is still slightly damp, then pat dry with a towel. Skin will feel soft and moisturized all day. Always apply a separate SPF sunscreen on top when spending extended time in the sun.

The serum does not contain added SPF and should not be used as a sunscreen. Several of the natural oils in the formula have mild natural sun protection factors (Hazelnut Oil has an estimated natural SPF of 2 to 11, Peach Kernel Oil an estimated natural SPF of 20, and Avocado Oil an estimated natural SPF of 4), but these are not sufficient substitutes for broad-spectrum sunscreen. Just Nutritive recommends always applying your preferred SPF sunscreen on top of the serum when spending time in the sun. The serum can be applied underneath sunscreen or lotion without affecting either product's performance.

The formula contains 13 skin-loving ingredients: Hazelnut Seed Oil (natural UV filter, firms and regenerates skin), Walnut Oil (tanning activator, deeply nourishing), Apricot Kernel Oil (tones and firms skin), Avocado Oil (melanin production support, Vitamin E-rich), Kukui Nut Oil (melanin stimulator, deep moisture, bronze hue), Rice Bran Oil (antioxidant, brightening), Peach Kernel Oil (natural SPF protection, deeply nourishing), Geranium Essential Oil (balancing and toning), Grapefruit Peel Oil (brightening and antioxidant), Lavender Essential Oil (soothing, anti-inflammatory), and Vitamin E (powerful antioxidant, skin cell regeneration). No mineral oil, petrolatum, silicone, water, alcohol, parabens, or fillers of any kind.

Yes. The formula functions as a luxurious all-day body moisturizer completely independent of any tanning use. The concentrated blend of 13 plant oils deeply hydrates dry, flaky, scaly, or crepey skin on the body, legs, arms, and neck. It absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy feel. The antioxidant complex from Vitamin E and essential oils smooths and protects skin, helps diminish the appearance of stretch marks, cellulite, and wrinkles, and supports a more youthful-looking skin over time. Several customers use it year-round as their primary body moisturizer and only occasionally use it for tanning during summer months.

Yes. One of its most valued uses is post-tan application to extend and maintain the tan after sun or tanning bed sessions. The deeply nourishing plant oils prevent the dryness and peeling that cause tans to fade prematurely. Well-moisturized skin retains its tan significantly longer than dry skin, which exfoliates faster. Applying the serum daily after tanning sessions keeps the skin supple and the tan vibrant for an extended period. Customers report that regular use after beach or sun sessions maintains their tan noticeably longer than conventional body lotions.

Yes. The formula is specifically noted as gentle, non-irritating, and soothing for all skin types including sensitive skin. It is free from the most common skin irritants: no mineral oil, petrolatum, silicone, water, alcohol, parabens, phthalates, bisphenols, preservatives, artificial fragrances, or fillers of any kind. The base is 100% pure plant oils, which are among the most biocompatible and skin-friendly ingredients available. Customers with eczema, psoriasis, and highly reactive skin consistently report positive experiences with this serum where other tanning products caused irritation or allergic reactions.

The serum has a natural herbal scent from its blend of pure essential oils: Geranium, Grapefruit, and Lavender. There are no artificial fragrances. Some customers find the natural herbal aroma pleasant, while others note it is different from conventional scented body products and takes some getting used to. The scent softens after the oil absorbs into the skin. There are no synthetic perfume additives. If you are sensitive to natural essential oil scents, applying to a small area first is recommended to ensure personal comfort with the aroma.

Yes. The formula is designed for use both outdoors in the sun and in indoor tanning beds. Apply 15 minutes before your tanning bed session exactly as you would for outdoor use. The natural oils that stimulate melanin production and optimize UV absorption work equally well under tanning bed UV lamps as under natural sunlight. Customers who use tanning beds regularly report deeper, more even, and longer-lasting color with the serum compared to tanning without it or with conventional tanning bed lotions that often contain silicones, bronzers, or synthetic additives.

Some of our products may look similar because of the ingredients list but variations that you can’t see make a great deal of difference in the benefits they deliver to you.

The best comparison we can make is to cooking or baking. Using different levels of ingredients in a variety of combinations produces significantly different finished products.