This 5-ingredient homemade tanning oil will get you ready to unlock a golden glow this summer. Learn how to make DIY suntan oil with all-natural oils.
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5 Ingredient Homemade Tanning Oil
Since I left my small house on the seaside at the end of September last year, I’ve been dreaming of hot summer days. I have a deep connection with the sea. I spent my teen years at the seaside, having fun with my friends on the beach all day. I didn’t care much about the sun’s danger; I wanted a beautiful tan to look cool. One activity I still love in the summer is soaking up the sun.
In my 20s, I tended to overexpose myself to the sun, which resulted in dry skin. So, this year, I’d like to implement a few skincare routines to help support my skin. If I’m going to tan, I want to avoid using harmful ingredients, so I made this homemade tanning oil. The sun has many benefits for our health, as it’s the best way to naturally improve our vitamin D levels. That’s why I made this super easy tanning oil recipe and can’t wait to share it with you.
Making my own homemade tanning oil took me a while. I spent the last eight months researching how to create the ultimate natural tanning oil and ended up with this simple recipe. You won’t find any fluffy and ineffective ingredients.
Looking for more natural DIY skincare recipes for the summer? Check out my waterproof sunscreen, sunscreen spray, after-sun lotion, and my current favourite nourishing body lotion with roses.
The Ingredients
Raspberry seed oil has a high SPF (25+) and is perfect for lighter skin. You can substitute it with grapeseed oil, wheat germ oil, jojoba oil, or sunflower oil.
Carrot seed oil has a high SPF (35+) and is perfect for lighter skin. You can substitute it with grapeseed oil, wheat germ oil, jojoba oil, or sunflower oil.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil has been traditionally used as a natural sunscreen in Mediterranean countries. It is suitable for people with naturally dark skin. You can substitute it with sesame, hazelnut, or walnut oil. (SPF 8)
Avocado Oil has been traditionally used as a natural sunscreen in the Mediterranean countries. It is suitable for people with naturally dark skin. You can substitute it with sesame, hazelnut, or walnut oil. (SPF 15)
Mica Bronzing Powder (optional): I included bronze mica powder to give a soft bronze shimmer, but you can leave it out if you don’t have it or don’t want to use it.
Please read the recipe card below for the full ingredients list, measurements, complete recipe method, and recipe notes.
How to Make DIY Tanning Oil
Add oils to a 16-ounce glass dropper bottle with a small funnel or pipette. Add the essential oils, secure the dropper top, and shake well. Add a few drops to the palm of your hands, warm slightly with a circular motion, and apply to your skin before sunbathing.
Tanning Oil Recipe Notes and Top Tips
Best tanning oils that are natural sun protective:
- raspberry seed oil (SPF 25+)
- carrot seed oil (SPF 35+)
- avocado oil (SPF 15)
- olive oil (SPF 8)
Tanning oil doesn’t protect from sunburns. You need to use an SPF or cover up with appropriate clothing to protect your skin from sunburn.
For best results, use your suntan oil within a year. You can save any leftovers for next summer, as the ingredients have a long shelf life.
Applying essential oils to your skin while tanning can be dangerous, so they should not be used in suntan oil. Essential oils break down rapidly under direct sunlight, creating oxidation products that can damage the skin and make sunburn more likely.
Homemade Tanning Oil
This 5-ingredient homemade tanning oil will get you ready to unlock a golden glow this summer. Learn how to make DIY suntan oil with all-natural oils.
Ingredients
- 4 Tbsp Raspberry seed oil
- 2 Tbsp Vitamin E Skin Oil
- 2 Tbsp Carrot seed oil
- 4 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 4 Tbsp Avocado Oil
- 1/8 tsp Mica Bronzing Powder
Instructions
Add oils to a 16-ounce glass dropper bottle with a small funnel or pipette. Add the essential oils, secure the dropper top, and shake well. Add a few drops to the palm of your hands, warm slightly with a circular motion, and apply to your skin before sunbathing.
