Hawaiian Tropic Dark Tanning Oil, SPF 0, 8 Fluid Ounce (Pack of 3) Review
Our verdict
Hawaiian Tropic's Dark Tanning Oil carries SPF 0, meaning it offers no sun protection at all, so this three bottle coconut scented pack is meant purely for deepening color, not for shielding skin from the sun. A 4.8 star average across 300 ratings makes it one of the best reviewed oils in this lineup.
Check price on AmazonBest for
Experienced tanners who already use a separate sunscreen and simply want a coconut scented oil to help deepen color, bought in bulk.
Skip if
You need any sun protection at all, since SPF 0 means this oil provides none and it should never be your only product in direct sun.
- Priced 25% above the category median ($23.99 across 106 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 300 owner ratings
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Popularity1.8/5
300 owner reviews, fewer 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 three bottle pack of Hawaiian Tropic's Dark Tanning Oil is built around a simple hydrating, nourishing oil with a coconut scent, in the classic 8 ounce size the brand has sold for years. Buying three at once suits anyone who already knows they like this specific oil and wants to stock up.
The most important spec to know here is the SPF rating, which is 0. That means this oil offers no measurable sun protection on its own, so it needs to be paired with a separate, adequately rated sunscreen any time skin is exposed to direct sun for more than a few minutes.
With a 4.8 star average across 300 ratings, this is one of the highest rated products in the entire self tanner lineup, and the listing also notes a cruelty free product feature.
Pros
- Coconut scented oil with a hydrating, nourishing formula
- Cruelty free product feature listed
- Three bottle pack means fewer reorders through the season
- 4.8 star average is one of the highest in this tanning oil category
- Classic, long running Hawaiian Tropic formula
Cons
- SPF 0 means zero sun protection, so it must be paired with a real sunscreen
- Oil based formula, which some may find heavier than a lotion or spray
- Bulk pack is a bigger upfront cost than a single bottle
Performance notes
With an SPF of 0, this oil provides no UV filtering at all. Its role is purely to add a coconut scented, hydrating and nourishing feel while you tan under a separate sunscreen or during brief, well managed sun exposure. Anyone using this oil should treat it as a finishing product for skin, not as any kind of substitute for sun protection.
What buyers say
A 4.8 star average across 300 ratings puts this among the best reviewed tanning oils in the lineup, which suggests the coconut scented formula has a loyal following among people who already understand it offers no SPF.
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Frequently asked questions
Does this oil have any SPF protection?
No. It is labeled SPF 0, which means it provides no sun protection at all. It should always be used alongside a separate sunscreen if you plan to be in the sun for any length of time.
What does this oil actually do if it does not protect from the sun?
It is meant to add a coconut scented, hydrating feel to the skin while you tan, supporting the look of a deeper color rather than filtering UV rays. Think of it as a finishing oil rather than a protective product.
Is buying the three pack worth it?
If you already enjoy Hawaiian Tropic's Dark Tanning Oil and go through it regularly, the three pack is a straightforward way to stock up at once instead of reordering a single bottle every few weeks.