Onyx Grand Cru Tanning Lotion - Fast Absorbing Indoor Tanning Bed Lotion Accelerator with Hydrating Gel Formula and No Bronzer | Streak-Free Indoor and Outdoor Tan for Men & Women | 6.76 fl oz Review
Our verdict
Onyx Grand Cru Tanning Lotion is a fast absorbing, hydrating gel formula built for indoor and outdoor tanning without bronzer, and it holds a 4.1 star average from 186 ratings.
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People who want a streak free, no bronzer tanning accelerator with a hydrating gel texture for indoor or outdoor use.
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You're specifically looking for a bronzing lotion, since this formula is designed with no bronzer at all.
- Priced 25% above the category median ($23.99 across 106 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.1/5
4.1 average across 186 owner ratings
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Popularity0.9/5
186 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 6.76 fluid ounce lotion is built around a hydrating gel formula with a listed full cure time of 8 hours, meaning the tanning process continues developing after application. It's positioned as a fast absorbing accelerator rather than an instant color bronzer, which keeps it streak free since there's no bronzer to unevenly apply.
The formula is scented Eden Delight, described with notes of red fruits, caramel and sandal tree, and it's formulated for all skin types and tones. It's marked paraben free, SLES free and SLS free, plus cruelty free, gluten free and vegan.
With 186 ratings at a 4.1 star average and no recent monthly purchase data reported, this reads as an established but lower volume option within the Onyx tanning lotion lineup.
Pros
- 4.1 star average from 186 ratings
- Hydrating gel formula with fast absorbing texture
- No bronzer, reducing streaking risk during application
- Paraben free, SLES free and SLS free
- Cruelty free, gluten free and vegan
Cons
- No bronzer means no instant visible color, only gradual accelerated tanning
- 8 hour full cure time requires planning around water exposure
- No recent monthly sales data reported
Performance notes
The hydrating gel base combined with an 8 hour full cure time points to a formula meant to be left on skin and given time to develop color, rather than an instant use product. Because it contains no bronzer, results depend on actual sun or tanning bed exposure rather than added pigment.
What buyers say
A 4.1 star average across 186 ratings is a reasonably solid, if modest sized, review base, suggesting steady but not overwhelming feedback volume for this specific formula.
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Frequently asked questions
Does this lotion contain bronzer?
No, it's formulated with no bronzer, so it works purely as a hydrating accelerator rather than delivering instant color.
How long does it take to see results?
The listing gives a full cure time of 8 hours, meaning the tanning effect continues to develop for hours after you apply it.
Is this formula free of common irritants?
Yes, it's listed as paraben free, SLES free and SLS free, and it's also cruelty free, gluten free and vegan.