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Australian Gold Gelee Dark Tanning Accelerator with Hemp Seed Lotion 250ml Review
Our verdict
Australian Gold's Gelee Dark Tanning Accelerator pairs a lightweight gel base with hemp seed, and its 4.5 star average across more than 1,800 ratings shows it has plenty of fans among regular sun tanners. It is a good pick if you want an accelerator that feels less greasy than a traditional oil.
Check price on AmazonBest for
Sun tanners with any skin tone who want a fast absorbing gel accelerator instead of a heavier oil during time outdoors.
Skip if
You want a sunless tan you can develop indoors, since this gel is built to work alongside real time in the sun rather than replace it.
Our scorecard
4.5/5
overall
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 1,800 owner ratings
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Popularity4.1/5
1,800 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other women's everyday face care: moisturizers, face mists, facial kits, rollers, cleansing brushes and steamers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
This tanning accelerator swaps the usual oily base for a gel, with hemp seed folded into the formula. The specs list the product benefits as moisturizing and providing a radiant tan, which lines up with how the brand positions it: something you apply before or during sun exposure to help support the color you are already working on, rather than a stand alone sunless tanner.
At 8.5 fluid ounces for $25.58, it sits toward the pricier end of the tanning accelerators in this category, and the gel format is worth noting if you dislike the heavier feel of oil based options. No SPF is listed in the specs, so it is worth pairing with a separate sunscreen if you plan to be out for a long stretch.
With more than 1,800 ratings averaging 4.5 stars, the Gelee has built a solid track record, even though current monthly purchase activity is on the lower side, which suggests its audience is more steady repeat buyers than a fast growing new customer base.
Pros
- Gel base absorbs faster and feels lighter than a typical tanning oil
- Hemp seed is folded into a formula the brand markets as moisturizing
- Works for all skin tones
- 4.5 star average across more than 1,800 ratings
- Sized at 8.5 fluid ounces for repeated use through the season
Cons
- Priced higher than several other tanning accelerators in this batch
- No SPF is listed, so it offers no listed sun protection on its own
- Still depends on real sun exposure and will not tan skin by itself
- Lower current monthly purchase volume than some category leaders
Performance notes
The specs list this as a gel item form rather than an oil, which typically means a lighter, less greasy feel on skin. Hemp seed is called out in the product benefits alongside moisturizing and radiant tan claims, so the formula is positioned to condition skin while you spend time in the sun. Since no SPF or active sunscreen ingredient appears in the specs, it should not be relied on for sun protection.
What buyers say
A 4.5 star average across more than 1,800 ratings is a strong, consistent score for a tanning accelerator, and it holds up across a large enough sample to feel trustworthy. The modest recent purchase count suggests it is more of a steady, established seller than a fast riser.
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Frequently asked questions
Does this tanning accelerator work without sun exposure?
No. It is formulated to be used while you are out in the sun, helping support the tan you are already developing rather than creating color on its own. If you want a sunless result, a dedicated self-tanning lotion is a better fit.
Is this gel greasy like a tanning oil?
Because it is a gel rather than an oil, most buyers describe it as lighter and faster absorbing. The hemp seed and moisturizing benefits listed in the specs point to a formula meant to feel conditioning rather than heavy.
Does it include sun protection?
No SPF value appears in the product specs, so it should not be treated as a sunscreen. Applying a separate broad spectrum sunscreen alongside it is worth considering for longer stretches outdoors.