The Ultimate Guide to Cruelty-Free Self Tanner & Gradual Tanner

Looking for a list of Cruelty-Free Self Tanner & Gradual Tanner options? Logical Harmony has you covered!

Every summer I get so many questions about cruelty-free self-tan options. Everyone has their own preference in formula and results. There are several formulas out there – lotions, mousse, and serums. Some are express tanners, others you need to wear for a longer time to see results, and others are gradual tanners. There are self-tanning options formulated specifically for your face. There are exfoliation mitts to help you prep your skin and applicator mitts and brushes to achieve an even application. All your bases are covered for a cruelty-free sunless tan!

Not only are these cruelty-free, but they are all also vegan-friendly. You can find these at Ulta, Sephora, Dermstore, and more.

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Some of the best-selling cruelty-free self tan options are:

My Favorite Cruelty-Free & Vegan Self Tanning Products:

There are a few products that I reach for over and over when self-tanning, and I have used the same ones for years. I’ve tried SO many options and these are the best out there. If you follow me on IG or YouTube, you know it’s been a bit since I’ve self tanned, but these are amazing options.

• Loving Tan 2 Hour Express Self Tanning Mousse
• COOLA Organic Sunless Tan Anti-Aging Face Serum

No matter what self-tanner you use, I highly suggest the Loving Tan Applicator Mitt. I’ve tried a lot of different tanning mitts and this one gives a much more even application than others. I’ve heard good things about the COOLA Application and Exfoliating Mitt too.

Cruelty-Free Self Tanner & Gradual Tanner:

The following cruelty-free brands make vegan-friendly self tanning options. There are additional lists below to further categorize the self tanning options so you can find products that might work for you.

• Alba Botanica
• COOLA
• Hempz
• Isle of Paradise – 100% vegan
• Loving Tan – 100% vegan
• SOL Body
• Suntegrity
• Supergoop!
• Tarte – It should be noted that they are owned by a parent company that tests on animals.

Cruelty-Free Self Tanning Options:

• Alba Botanica Natural Very Emollient Sunless Tanner
• COOLA Sunless Tan Dry Oil Mist
• COOLA Sunless Tan Express Sculpting Mousse
• COOLA Sunless Tan Firming Lotion
• Hempz Yuzu & Starfruit Instant Sunless Bronzing Mousse
• Isle of Paradise Express Ultra Dark Self Tanning Mousse
• Isle of Paradise Self Tanning Drops
• Isle of Paradise Self Tanning Mousse
• Isle of Paradise Self Tanning Water
• Loving Tan 2 Hour Express Self Tanning Mousse
• Loving Tan Deluxe Bronzing Mousse
• Supergoop! Healthy Glow Sunless Tan
• Tarte Brazilliance 2HR Express Deep Foaming Self-Tanner – It should be noted that they are owned by a parent company that tests on animals.
• Tarte Brazilliance PLUS + Self-Tanner

Cruelty-Free Self Tanning Options for your Face:

• COOLA Sunless Tan Anti-Aging Face Serum
• COOLA Sunless Tan Luminizing Face Compact
• Isle of Paradise Hyglo Face Self-Tan Serum
• Loving Tan Deluxe Face Tan

Cruelty-Free Gradual Tanning Options:

• COOLA Sunless Tan Luminizing Body Serum
• Hempz Yuzu & Starfruit Touch of Summer Moisturizing Gradual Self-Tanning Crème
• Isle of Paradise Happy Tan Everyday Gradual Glow
• SOL Body Gradual Sunless Tanning Lotion
• Suntegrity 5-in-1 Natural Self Tanner

Not sure you’re ready to commit to a cruelty-free self-tan? The Loving Tan Bronze Shimmer Luminous Cream is a great option. It looks natural on the skin, dries down and doesn’t transfer, but washes off with soap and water at the end of the day. I’ve heard good things about the Isle of Paradise Disco Tan Instant Wash-Off Body Bronzer too.

Some of the best-selling cruelty-free self tan options are: