Banana Boat Deep Tanning SPF#4 Spray Oil With Coconut Oil 8 Ounce (236ml) (Pack of 2) Review
Our verdict
Banana Boat's Deep Tanning Spray Oil is built for sunbathers who want a fast, easy way to deepen a base tan, with SPF 4 offering only minimal protection along the way. A 4.6 star average across more than 500 ratings suggests this coconut oil formula holds up well for people who already know their skin can handle the sun.
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Anyone with an established base tan who wants a lightweight aerosol oil to speed up color while getting a touch of SPF, and who likes having two bottles on hand.
Skip if
Your skin burns easily or you do not already have a base tan, since SPF 4 offers only minimal protection against sunburn.
- Priced 20% below the category median ($23.99 across 106 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 520 owner ratings
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Popularity2.9/5
520 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 aerosol spray oil blends coconut oil, cocoa seed butter, banana fruit extract and carrot root extract, and the formula is made without oxybenzone or octinoxate. It carries SPF 4, a low level of sun protection meant to work alongside an existing base tan rather than replace a real sunscreen.
The listing includes two 8 ounce bottles, which adds up to enough oil for a full season or for sharing with a tanning partner. It is labeled for all skin types and skin tones, and at 1.2 pounds total, the pack is easy to keep in a beach bag.
With a 4.6 star average across more than 500 ratings, this Banana Boat formula has clearly earned steady approval, even though current monthly purchase numbers are more modest than some of the brand's bigger sellers.
Pros
- SPF 4 adds a touch of sun protection to the tanning routine
- Coconut oil, cocoa seed butter and banana extract help skin feel moisturized
- Made without oxybenzone or octinoxate
- Two 8 ounce bottles included, good for a full season
- 4.6 star average across more than 500 ratings
Cons
- SPF 4 provides only minimal sun protection, not a substitute for a higher SPF sunscreen
- Aerosol spray can be harder to apply evenly than a lotion or cream
- Modest current monthly purchase count compared to bigger sellers in the category
Performance notes
This is an oil based aerosol formula that goes on light and works best rubbed in right after spraying. SPF 4 means only minimal protection, in line with products meant to speed up tanning once a base tan is already in place rather than to serve as daily sun protection. Coconut oil, cocoa seed butter and banana fruit extract are included mainly for moisture and feel, and the oxybenzone free, octinoxate free formula is a plus for anyone avoiding those specific sunscreen filters.
What buyers say
A 4.6 star average across more than 500 ratings is a strong score for a tanning oil in this price range. Monthly purchase volume is modest, which fits a product shoppers tend to buy once or twice a season rather than restock constantly.
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Frequently asked questions
Does this tanning oil protect against sunburn?
It contains SPF 4, which offers only minimal protection. It is meant for people who already have a base tan and understand the limits of a low SPF, not as a primary sunscreen for sensitive or unexposed skin.
How many bottles come in this pack?
This listing includes two bottles, each holding 8 ounces of the aerosol spray oil, so there is enough for a full season of use or to share with a tanning partner.
Will this leave my skin feeling greasy?
It is an oil based formula, so it feels more slippery than a lotion at first, but the coconut oil and cocoa seed butter are meant to absorb reasonably well once rubbed in rather than sit heavily on top of the skin.