A tanning accelerator is designed to complement your tanning routine and help support a deeper, more even-looking tan while keeping the skin feeling moisturised and conditioned.

Bronze & Balance tanning accelerator creams are designed to be used alongside appropriate sun protection when tanning outdoors. A tanning accelerator is not a replacement for SPF.

Yes. Always use suitable sun protection when exposing your skin to natural sunlight.

Apply your chosen SPF first and allow it to absorb properly before applying your tanning accelerator. The reference tanning guide recommends applying SPF before the accelerator, while NHS guidance advises applying sunscreen generously before sun exposure and reapplying it regularly.

For general sun protection, NHS guidance recommends choosing sunscreen with at least SPF30 and good UVA protection. SPF measures UVB protection, while UVA protection is shown separately, commonly using the UK star-rating system.

Higher-protection products such as our SPF50 facial products are particularly suited to customers looking for strong everyday facial sun protection.

Always follow the directions on the individual product. As general guidance, the NHS recommends applying sunscreen around 30 minutes before going outside and again just before sun exposure when you are likely to be in the sun long enough to burn.

Once your sunscreen has had time to settle into the skin, you can apply your tanning accelerator if using one.

As a general benchmark, sunscreen should be reapplied at least every two hours, as well as immediately after swimming, sweating heavily or towel drying — even when a product is described as water resistant.

Always follow the instructions supplied with your particular SPF product.

No. Water-resistant does not mean waterproof.

Swimming, sweating and towel drying can reduce the level of sunscreen remaining on your skin, which is why reapplication is so important.

Yes, provided the product is designed for daily facial use.

Apply your facial SPF as the final stage of your morning skincare routine before makeup and allow it to absorb before applying other products over it. The reference guide similarly recommends using an SPF50 serum as the final protective stage before makeup.

Yes. High SPF does not mean you can apply it once and forget about it.

Reapplication is particularly important after swimming, sweating, towel drying or extended exposure outdoors.

No. SPF should never be used as a way of deliberately extending the amount of time you spend exposed to strong sunlight.

Sun protection should combine sunscreen with shade, suitable clothing, hats and sunglasses. The NHS also recommends taking particular care when the sun is strongest.

Using too little sunscreen substantially reduces the level of protection.

As a general guide, the NHS recommends approximately 6–8 teaspoons for an adult covering the whole body. Sunscreen should be applied generously and evenly to all exposed skin.

Sun protection should combine sunscreen with shade, suitable clothing, hats and sunglasses. The NHS also recommends taking particular care when the sun is strongest.

No. Unless a particular product specifically states an SPF rating and appropriate UVA/UVB protection, it should not be treated as sunscreen.

Always use an appropriate SPF separately when tanning outdoors.

As a general guide, the NHS recommends approximately 6–8 teaspoons for an adult covering the whole body. Sunscreen should be applied generously and evenly to all exposed skin.

Sun protection should combine sunscreen with shade, suitable clothing, hats and sunglasses. The NHS also recommends taking particular care when the sun is strongest.

Always read the individual product label, ingredients, warnings and directions before use.

If you have particularly sensitive skin, allergies, a medical skin condition or are unsure whether a particular product is suitable for you, seek professional medical advice before use.