Best for: Medium to dark skin tones looking for a rich, radiant tan with a hydrating self-tan lotion that develops in 4–8 hours.

What is Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark?

Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark is a luxuriously rich self-tanning lotion designed to deliver a flawless, natural-looking colour while leaving skin feeling nourished and rejuvenated.

Bare by Vogue recommends the Dark shade for medium to dark skin tones looking for a rich, radiant tan. The formula is hydrating, moisturising and firming, with a smooth, streak-free application and a tan designed to last for 5–7 days with an even fade.

The existing product description also highlights Super Peptides, which help smooth, plump and firm the skin and improve elasticity, alongside Goji Berry, Oatmeal, Chamomile, Pomegranate and Grapefruit to help improve skin texture and give the skin a gorgeous glow.

Who is it best for?

Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark may suit you if you:

• have a medium to dark skin tone
• want a rich, radiant tanning result
• prefer a lotion self-tan
• want a tan that develops over several hours
• want a hydrating and moisturising tanning formula
• prefer a smooth, streak-free application
• want a long-lasting tan with an even fade
• want a self-tan formulated with Super Peptides
• want a formula with firming benefits
• prefer a self-tan with a fruit fragrance

What problem does it solve?

Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark is designed for customers who want a rich, natural-looking self-tan while using a hydrating lotion formula.

It combines self-tanning with moisturising and firming benefits and is designed to provide a smooth, streak-free application. The finished tan lasts for 5–7 days and fades evenly.

For customers deciding whether the Dark shade matches their desired result, the key distinction is:

Medium to dark skin tones → Dark tanning lotion → rich, radiant tan → develops over several hours → lasts 5–7 days with an even fade.

Benefits

• Recommended for medium to dark skin tones
• Creates a rich, radiant tan
• Flawless, natural-looking colour
• Hydrating
• Moisturising
• Firming
• Smooth, streak-free application
• Long-lasting tan
• Lasts for 5–7 days
• Designed for an even fade
• Fruit fragrance
• Leaves skin feeling nourished and rejuvenated
• Super Peptides help smooth, plump and firm the skin
• Helps improve skin elasticity
• Goji Berry, Oatmeal, Chamomile, Pomegranate and Grapefruit help improve skin texture and give a gorgeous glow
• Pregnancy-safe according to Bare by Vogue
• Key ingredients

Key Ingredients

Super Peptides

Goji Berry

Oatmeal

Chamomile

Pomegranate

Grapefruit

Aloe Vera

Panthenol

Glycerin

How to use

• Apply Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark using your Bare by Vogue tanning mitt in circular motions.
• Take particular care around the hands, knees, elbows and feet.
• Bare by Vogue's current expert tip recommends moisturising dry areas such as the hands, feet, elbows and knees to help ensure a natural, even tan.
• Allow the tan to develop.

Why choose Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark?

Product type: Self-tanning lotion
Shade: Dark
Recommended for: Medium to dark skin tones
Best for: A rich, radiant tan
Finish: Natural-looking colour
Application: Smooth and streak-free
Formula: Hydrating, moisturising + firming
Tan longevity: 5–7 days
Fade: Even fade
Fragrance: Fruit fragrance
Key ingredients: Super Peptides + Goji Berry + Oatmeal + Chamomile + Pomegranate + Grapefruit + Aloe Vera + Panthenol + Glycerin
Pregnancy-safe: Yes, according to Bare by Vogue
Other shades: Medium + Ultra Dark
Brand: Bare by Vogue

Is Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark right for me?

Choose this self-tan if: you have a medium to dark skin tone and want a rich, radiant tanning result from a hydrating and moisturising lotion.

It may also suit you if: you want a smooth, streak-free tanning lotion with firming benefits and a tan designed to last 5–7 days with an even fade.

Consider another shade if: you want a different level of tan intensity. Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion is also available in Medium and Ultra Dark.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark?

Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark is a luxuriously rich self-tanning lotion designed to deliver flawless, natural-looking colour while leaving skin feeling nourished and rejuvenated.

Who is Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark best for?

Bare by Vogue recommends the Dark shade for medium to dark skin tones looking for a rich, radiant tan.

How long does Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark take to develop?

There is a discrepancy in the supplied sources here. The existing Millies description states 4–8 hours, while Bare by Vogue's current product page lists a fast development time of 4–6 hours. For the Millies page, I would use the current brand specification of 4–6 hours.

How long does Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark last?

Bare by Vogue states that the tan lasts for 5–7 days.

Does Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark fade evenly?

Yes. Bare by Vogue lists natural results and an even fade among the product benefits.

Is Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark hydrating?

Yes. Bare by Vogue describes the lotion as hydrating, moisturising and firming.

Is Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark streak-free?

Yes. Bare by Vogue states that the lotion provides a smooth, streak-free application.

What does Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark smell like?

Bare by Vogue describes the product as having a fruit fragrance.

What do the Super Peptides in Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion do?

According to the existing product description, the Super Peptides help smooth, plump and firm the skin and improve skin elasticity.

Is Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark pregnancy-safe?

Bare by Vogue currently lists the Self Tan Lotion Dark as pregnancy-safe.

How do I apply Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion Dark?

Apply using your Bare by Vogue tanning mitt in circular motions, taking particular care around the hands, knees, elbows and feet. Bare by Vogue also recommends moisturising dry areas such as the hands, feet, elbows and knees to help ensure a natural, even tan.

What other shades does Bare by Vogue Self Tan Lotion come in?

Alongside Dark, Bare by Vogue currently lists Medium and Ultra Dark versions of the Self Tan Lotion.

Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Dihydroxyacetone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, Polyurethane-35, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Butylene Glycol, Sucrose, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, PEG-20 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Avena Sativa (Oat) Meal Extract, Tetradecyl Aminobutyroylvalylaminobutyric Urea Trifluoroacetate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminobutyroyl Hydroxythreonine, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Lycium Chinense (Goji Berry) Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Fruit Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice Powder, Panthenol, Methylpropanediol, Carbomer, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenylpropanol, Magnesium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Metabisulfite, Parfum (Fragrance), Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Coumarin, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Limonene, CI 42090 (FD&C Blue 1), CI 19140 (FD&C Yellow 5), CI 16035 (FD&C Red 40).

Bare by Vogue advises that ingredient lists may change or vary. Refer to the ingredient list on the product packaging received for the most up-to-date information.