Winter Skin For Fair To Medium Skin Tones (200 ml)

Yes, you can use Winter Skin on the face, but it depends on your skin type. Winter Skin is a rich, moisturising gradual tan, so it suits normal-to-dry skin well. If you’re acne-prone or easily congested, it may feel too heavy.

For a face-specific option, I recommend Eco Tan Face Tan Water – it’s a gradual face toner for the face, neck, and décolletage. It’s non-comedogenic, lightweight, and contains hydrating ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, making it suitable for all skin types (including acne-prone skin).

Winter Skin is a gradual tan moisturiser (not a dark instant bronzing “guide colour” tan), so it’s generally lower-risk for staining than many mousses. That said, any product can transfer if you apply too much, don’t let it dry down, or get into bed right after application.

Tips to minimise transfer:

• Apply a thin, even layer
• Wash hands after application
• Let it dry fully before dressing/bed
• Wear loose, dark pyjamas the first night if you’re cautious

Winter Skin develops into a natural-looking, gradual glow rather than an ultra-dark result. You can build the colour by applying it more frequently:

• For a subtle glow: apply 1–2 times per week
• For a deeper, more noticeable tan: apply 2–4 times per week

Because it’s gradual, the colour is easy to control – stop or reduce frequency once you like the shade.

A simple, natural-looking approach is:

• Shower/exfoliate (1–2x weekly): focus on elbows, knees, ankles
• On tan days: apply Winter Skin to clean, dry skin
• On non-tan days: use your regular moisturiser to maintain softness and help the tan fade evenly
• Extra dry areas: apply a small amount of plain moisturiser first to elbows/knees/ankles, then apply Winter Skin over the top to reduce “tan grab” and patchiness

With a gradual tan like Winter Skin, the tan is maintained as long as you keep applying it. If you stop, most people notice it fading over several days as the skin naturally sheds. Longevity depends on bathing, swimming, exfoliation, and how well moisturised your skin is.

Winter Skin is a gradual tan, so the colour develops subtly over time rather than “processing” like a traditional mousse. Most people notice a soft glow after the first application, with results building more over the next 8–24 hours.

Because it’s a moisturiser-style gradual tan, you don’t usually need to rinse it off after a set time. For best results, apply to clean, dry skin and let it dry down before getting dressed – then maintain your glow by reapplying every few days.

Common issues and how to avoid them:

• Applying too much: gradual tan works best in thin, even layers
• Not washing hands properly: wash palms/fingers immediately after, or use a mitt
• Skipping dry-area prep: elbows, knees, ankles, knuckles need extra moisturiser first
• Uneven application: take your time; work in sections
• Exfoliating too often: over-exfoliation can make tan fade patchy – gentle exfoliation 1–2x weekly is usually enough
• Not letting it dry: give it time to dry down before dressing or bed

For dry winter skin, look for the most moisturising options:

• Winter Skin: gradual tan + rich moisturiser (great for dry skin season)
• A nourishing body moisturiser: use Eco by Sonya Natural Coconut Body Milk between tan applications for hydration and smooth fading
• Gentle body exfoliant (1–2x weekly): try Eco by Sonya Pink Himalayan Salt Scrub to help prevent flaky patches that can make tan look uneven

If you want a deeper tan while still supporting dryness, pair your deeper tan product with consistent moisturising between applications.

A quick guide:

• Winter Skin: best for beginners, fair-to-medium skin tones, and anyone who wants a buildable, subtle glow with lots of hydration
• Invisible Tan: good if you want a one-application tan that develops over several hours and you don’t want a strong guide colour
• Face Tan Water: great if you want a lightweight gradual face toner (non-comedogenic) for the face, neck, and décolletage
• Cacao Tanning Mousse: good if you want a more classic self-tan format with easy coverage and a buildable result

A simple routine for glow + hydration:

1–2x per week (prep day)

• Gentle body exfoliation (focus on dry areas)

2–4x per week (glow days)

• Apply Winter Skin evenly to clean, dry skin
• Use a little extra plain moisturiser on elbows/knees/ankles before applying Winter Skin

Daily (maintenance)

• Moisturise after showering to keep skin soft and help the tan fade evenly
• Use SPF on exposed skin (tans don’t replace sun protection)