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Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tan
Golden Glow Gradual Tan
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tan
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tan
Golden Glow Gradual Tan
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tan
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tan
Golden Glow Gradual Tan
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tanning Cream
Golden Glow Gradual Tan
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Golden Glow Gradual Tan

This multi award winning customer favourite, is a fast absorbing cream-gel that instantly hydrates and gradually tans the body. The moisture packed formula with skin nourishing ingredients, ...

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£55.00
Size: 400ml
Dermatologist tested

Dermatologist tested

Suitable for sensitive skin

Suitable for sensitive skin

Vegetarian

Vegetarian

Cruelty free

Cruelty free

How to use

Step 1 - Apply using your hands, in smooth, sweeping motions and rub in thoroughly Step 2 - Lightly smooth over dry areas such as hands, elbows, knees and feet. These areas tend to be a bit drier so need less product. Don’t apply the cream directly to these areas, but spread onto these areas once you have applied to the rest of the body Step 3 - Wash hands after use particularly between fingers Step 4 - Wait for skin to be touch dry before dressing Top tip – after washing hands use a large make up brush to apply to the back of the hands. Colour develops over 3-4 hours. Use for 1-3 days to achieve your desired glow, the simply top up when you like. Or, if you want a deeper tan more quickly, apply every few hours.

Key ingredients
Coconut Oil

Hydrates, smooths and maintains the skin's natural barrier 

Vitamin E

A powerful antioxidant that protects the skin from external pollutants and free radical damage.

DHA

Derived from Sugar Cane, reacts naturally with amino acids in the skin to produce a subtle golden glow

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Golden Glow Gradual Tan  75ml

Product Details

Golden Glow is a fast absorbing cream-gel that instantly hydrates and gradually tans the body. The moisture packed formula melts into the skin giving a natural, risk free, sun-kissed glow. The colour is buildable, allowing you to control the depth of your glow and achieve your perfect colour. Formulated with nourishing and conditioning ingredients, skin is left smooth, radiant and streak free. What’s more, it smells beautiful, with top notes of Pear and Mandarin complemented by warm base notes of Sandalwood and Musk.

Ideal for year-round use, Golden Glow is perfect for anyone who wants a natural tan with minimum effort. For those new to self-tanning or cautious about it, the gradual development of colour ensures risk-free results. A single application adds a subtle hint of golden warmth, and with additional layers, you can easily build up to a gorgeous, bronzed glow that’s just right for you. And because the colour develops in layers, it fades evenly, without patchiness. So when your tan starts to fade, you can simply top up. Whether you’re looking for a light sun-kissed glow or a deeper, more bronzed hue, Golden Glow lets you control your glow with ease and confidence.

Consumer results

98%

Agreed the product had a light texture

96%

Agreed the product was easy to apply

96%

Agreed the product instantly left skin feeling nourished with moisture

*In an independent user trial. Results based on 57 subjects after 14 days.

Key ingredients

Your questions, answered

Full Ingredients List

AQUA/WATER/EAU, GLYCERIN, TAPIOCA STARCH POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, DIHYDROXYACETONE, ISOPROPYL PALMITATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL, GLYCERYL STEARATE, PEG-100 STEARATE, POLYSORBATE 60, HYDROXYETHYL, ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, PHENOXYETHANOL, DIMETHICONE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, PARFUM, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ERYTHRULOSE, XANTHAN GUM, TOCOPHEROL, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. N00979.

Does this product provide a natural-looking tan without streaks?

✔ Yes, it provides a natural, sun-kissed, and buildable tan.

How quickly does the product start showing results after application?

✔️ It works fast, giving visible results shortly after application.

Will the tan build gradually and not appear too intense on the first application?

✔ Yes, the tan is buildable, allowing you to achieve your desired intensity over time.

Is there a risk of staining my clothes or sheets after applying the product?

✔️ No, the product does not transfer onto clothes or sheets. In fact, 100% of users in a trial confirmed this.

Does the product fade evenly, or will it leave patches as the tan wears off?

✔️ The tan fades evenly, ensuring a natural look throughout.

How long does the tan typically last, and does it require frequent reapplication?

✔️ While the duration isn’t specified, the even fade suggests it will wear off naturally and can be reapplied to maintain the tan.

What makes this tanning product different from other self-tanners on the market?

✔️ It combines hydration with tanning, provides a streak-free, buildable tan, works quickly, doesn’t transfer, and fades evenly—all with an effortless application.

Are there independent trials or user tests that confirm the claims about transfer and application?

✔️ Yes, an independent trial involving 30 people confirmed that 100% of users experienced no transfer onto clothes or sheets.

Can this product work well for people with sensitive skin?

✔️ The product is described as risk-free, suggesting it is gentle and suitable for various skin types.

Is the texture light and non-greasy, making it comfortable to wear on the skin?

✔️ Yes, it has a light, easily absorbed texture that feels comfortable on the skin.

Delivery & Returns

Delivery Information

We only deliver orders within the UK, Ireland and applicable EU Countries.

Next Day Delivery - £6.99 – Order by 12 noon to receive your order the next day. Orders placed after 12 noon on Friday or over the weekend will be shipped on Monday (excludes bank holidays). Due to geographical location, some destinations will take 2 days.
Standard Delivery - £3.95 (Under £40 spend) 3-5 working days
Standard Delivery – Free (Minimum spend £40) 3-5 working days
Nominated Saturday Delivery - £12.99 - Order before Friday at noon.

GATINEAU now ships to certain countries in Europe. Please review the table below to check shipping costs for applicable countries. Please note that the maximum weight of package we are able to ship is 2kg and under £126 (EURO 150) in value.

Country

Service - Max 2kg & Orders under £126

Delivery Aim

Price

France

Standard International Tracked & Signed

2-11 business days

£12.50

Germany

Standard International Tracked & Signed

2-11 business days

£12.50

Ireland

Standard International Tracked & Signed

2-11 business days

£12.50

Sweden

Standard International Tracked & Signed

2-11 business days

£12.50

Finland

Standard International Tracked & Signed

2-11 business days

£12.50

Denmark

Standard International Tracked & Signed

2-11 business days

£12.50

How To Return My Items?

We do not currently offer free returns to overseas customers. You will therefore need to cover all costs of returning any items to us yourself. We advise that you mark your package ‘returned goods’ to avoid further duties. Remember: We strongly recommend that you return any items via a registered trackable service and obtain and retain proof of posting as we do not accept responsibility for items that fail to arrive with us.

For more information please see our Return Policy

Overall rating: 4.696923 / 5 from 4517 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Golden Glow Gradual Tan is a highly praised tanning cream that provides a natural, buildable tan. Customers appreciate its effortless application, fast results, and the fact that it does not transfer onto sheets or clothes. The product is dermatologist tested and safe for sensitive skin, leaving the skin moisturized and soft.

Summary topics

  • Natural Glow (12%): Customers keep praising the natural glow this product provides, leaving their skin soft and moisturized.
  • Skin Feel (4%): Customers raved about how the product feels on their skin, describing it as soft and luxurious.
  • Product Scent (37%): Many customers brought up that the product has a nice smell and leaves their skin soft and smooth.
  • Tanning Results (7%): Customers expressed appreciation for the natural and easy-to-apply tanning cream, which achieved excellent and great results.
  • Tan Quality (40%): Many customers loved this tan for its natural-looking glow and long-lasting results, highly recommending it.

Review topics: [size, absorbs, results, service, weight, smell, quality, colour, fragrance, feels, texture, issues, value, formula, skin, price, looks, amount, glow, use, coverage, patches, bottle, lines, clothes, sun, shade, difference, residue, consistency].

Review highlights

  • "So impressed with this, natural looking tan with no streaks, no transfer and no biscuit smell!"Julie B.
  • "Fabulous tan no streaks made my skin feel so soft , nice even tan will definitely make another purchase"Zoe B.
  • "You get a patch free beautiful glow and your skin feels so soft and smells so gorgeous too."Stacey R.

Reviews

Does what it says on the bottle

"Day 3 is the magic number. Great even tan. My skin feels soft and even has a healthy shine to it. The tan fades gradually over a week. I usually apply for 3 days leave it 4-5 and apply again for 3. It’s only downfall is its price tag. But if you can afford it it’s the best I’ve tried. I started off buying the small tube which did 2, 3 day applications, I’d say buy that first."

Sarah T. (5/5)

Best tanner I've used in a while

"I have always struggled with using self tan, because of the smell, patchy look and orangy colour. Gatineau is different. The smell is gorgeous, it gives nice, warm olive tone colour and it wash out evenly. I know that it's a bit pricey but your skin feels hydrated so it also works as moisturiser. Highly recommend it! Very high quality product."

Anna S. (5/5)

Subtle but effective glowing tan

"Every fake tan lotion has a smell, this one is subtle to the point of being pleasant. It's not over the top in building a tan so I don't feel like I've spontaneously turned orange but have that gradual glow. It does sometimes leave plain streaks where clothes have been worn tight but otherwise perfect for the job."

Georgina J. (5/5)

Golden glow gradual tan

"First time I’ve used and was really impressed, tried fake tan not so long for the first time but didn’t like the fact that it went patchy after two days. With this u literally just use like a standard moisturiser, no exfoliating, avoiding oil based products, I just shower and use. I also loved that I could do two applications in one day for a deeper tan if required that evening. Fabulous product will definitely buy again."

Teresa F. (5/5)

Exceeded my expectations!

"I’m very impressed with this product. It goes on nicely, produces a lovely colour after just one application and you can build the colour up. It’s not thick and dries quickly. It does have a very slight fake tan smell but it’s not strong at all. I’ve have compliments on my tan and been told it looks very natural. I’ll definitely be buying again!"

Louise G. (5/5)

I have used some amazing

"I have used some amazing self tanning products in the past bur this by far is the best! It doesn’t have an unpleasant smell - almost odourless. It is the easiest to apply. No streaking. Beautiful golden colour and very natural. It doesn’t stain and is not messy to apply. No need to apply extra moisturiser as it moisturises the skin too. Nothing negative to say about this product. If you’re wondering if it’s worth the investment the answer is a massive yes!!"

Luana T. (5/5)

Highly Recommended

"Have used various fake tans for years and always same issues with gradual ines, the smell, transfer, patchy colour after a few days. This one has been brilliant on my skin. No horrible after smell, sink into skin well and leaves it hydrated, great buildable colour. I always use a buff mitt after and have never had any weird lines, it's so easy to put on and very buildable. Highly recommend."

Deborah C. (5/5)

Best yet

"I have tried a lot of self tanning products…. I am fair and burn easily and don’t like sun exposure so am always looking for a product to give me a summer glow without the biscuit smell! The Gatineau golden glow is it. I had a trial with the small tube and quickly purchased the large pump dispensed cream. It absorbs quickly, there is a slight odour as the colour develops but it is subtle and not distracting unlike other self tanners. I apply 1 x day for 3 days then top up every 2-3 and it maintains a streak free glow all summer. I’ve stopped my search and am really happy with this product. It’s a little pricy hit worth it."

Sarah B. (5/5)

Golden Glow

"Golden Glow Gradual Tan is hands down the best tanning product I've ever used, and I've had well over 30 years experience! Easy peasy application, no unpleasant smell and no streaks! It lasts a good 5 or 6 days without reapplying and it doesn't come off patchy after showering. Definitely my go to from now on, would give more stars if I could!"

Angela C. (5/5)

Gradual tanner

"I am not usually a fan of fake tan/gradual tanners and I always find them streaky. I kept seeing this and thought I’d give it a go. I’ve used a couple of times now and I’m really impressed, so much so that I’ve ordered the face one. Looks really natural and no streaks ☺️"

Lisa M. (5/5)

Q&A

Can this be used in face and body?
Yes you can use golden glow on both your face and body
Can you use it on your face?
Yes!

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