Hempz Beach Mode Maximizer - Herbal Moisturizing Self Tanning Lotion for Tanning Beds, Beach, Sun 8.5 Fl OZ Review
Our verdict
Hempz Beach Mode Maximizer is an affordable, alcohol free lotion made to help maximize color at the beach, in the sun or in a tanning bed, and it holds a 4.4 star average across 353 ratings. It's a solid budget pick for anyone who wants a natural, hydrating formula to pair with their usual tanning session.
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Budget conscious shoppers with combination, dry, normal or oily skin who want an affordable maximizer lotion for the beach, sun or a tanning bed.
Skip if
You want a true sunless tan with no UV exposure at all, since this maximizer is meant to boost color you're already getting from the sun or a bed.
- Priced 27% below the category median ($23.99 across 106 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 353 owner ratings
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Popularity2.3/5
353 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 lotion is marketed across combination, dry, normal and oily skin types, with hydrating, long lasting and nourishing benefits in a citrus and pink pomelo scent. The formula is alcohol free and lists a natural material feature.
At $17.47 for an 8.5 fluid ounce bottle, it's priced well below many tanning oils and lotions in this category, which makes it easy to try without a big commitment.
With 353 ratings averaging 4.4 stars and around 8 units bought in the past month, it has steady, if modest, demand and sits at number 152 in the Tanning Oils & Lotions best sellers list.
Pros
- Affordable price for an 8.5 ounce bottle
- Alcohol free, natural formula
- Hydrating and long lasting benefits
- Works across combination, dry, normal and oily skin types
- Citrus and pink pomelo scent
Cons
- No SPF listed, so sunscreen is still needed separately
- Meant for use during sun or tanning bed exposure, not a no UV option
- Ranked 152nd in its category, a smaller following than top sellers
- Modest 353 rating count
Performance notes
The alcohol free, natural formula is meant to hydrate skin during and after sun or tanning bed sessions rather than dry it out. As a maximizer, it's built to work alongside real UV exposure from the beach, outdoor sun or a tanning bed to help boost the color you're already developing.
What buyers say
A 4.4 star average across 353 ratings is a solid result for a budget priced lotion, and steady if modest current monthly purchase volume points to a reliable, if lower profile, pick in this category.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use this at the beach, in the sun and in a tanning bed?
Yes, it's marketed for use across all three settings, since it's designed to maximize the color you get from any UV exposure rather than being limited to one setting.
Does it contain sunscreen?
No SPF is listed for this lotion, so you'll want a separate sunscreen if you're spending extended time in direct sun.
Is it suitable for oily skin?
Yes, it's marketed across combination, dry, normal and oily skin types, so the hydrating formula is meant to work broadly rather than being limited to one skin type.