Onyx Black Caviar Dark Tanning Bed Lotion with Bronzer & Accelerator - Indoor Tanning Lotion for Ultra Dark Tan | Hydrating Aloe | 8.5 Fl Oz Review
Our verdict
Onyx's Black Caviar Dark Tanning Bed Lotion combines a bronzer and accelerator with hydrating aloe, earning a 4.2 star average from its reviewer base. It is a fitting pick for anyone chasing a deep, ultra dark tanning bed result with a firming, moisturizing feel.
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Tanning bed users who want a bronzer plus accelerator combination formula aimed at a very dark result.
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You prefer a bronzer free lotion, since this formula is built specifically around adding bronzing color.
- Priced 42% above the category median ($23.99 across 106 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.2/5
4.2 average across 226 owner ratings
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Popularity1.4/5
226 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 Onyx lotion pairs a bronzer with a tanning accelerator, positioning it for people who want to push toward a noticeably darker result in the tanning bed. The Prelude of Paradise scent adds a signature fragrance layer, while hydrating aloe and firming, moisturizing ingredients are meant to keep skin feeling cared for through repeated sessions.
At 8.5 fluid ounces, the bottle is sized for regular use, and the formula is labeled paraben free, SLES free, and SLS free, along with cruelty free, dermatologist tested, and vegan claims that broaden its appeal.
With a 4.2 star average from its reviewer base, this lands in a solid, if not top tier, range for bronzer and accelerator combination lotions in this roundup.
Pros
- Combines bronzer and accelerator for a deeper tanning bed result
- Hydrating aloe plus firming and moisturizing ingredients
- Paraben free, SLES free, and SLS free formula
- Cruelty free, dermatologist tested, and vegan
- Signature Prelude of Paradise scent
Cons
- 4.2 star average trails some of the higher rated options in this roundup
- Bronzer based formula is not a fit if you want to avoid added color
- Priced at the higher end for an 8.5 ounce bottle
Performance notes
Pairing a bronzer with an accelerator is meant to layer visible color on top of the skin's own tanning response, while the hydrating aloe and firming, moisturizing ingredients are included to help offset any dryness from repeated tanning bed sessions.
What buyers say
A 4.2 star average is a respectable score for a bronzer and accelerator combination lotion, placing it in line with several similar Onyx products covered in this roundup.
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Frequently asked questions
Will this lotion stain clothes or sheets?
Bronzer based lotions like this one can transfer color onto light colored fabric, especially right after application, so many users wait until the lotion has absorbed before dressing or lying on light colored sheets.
Is this formula good for sensitive skin?
It is paraben free, SLES free, and SLS free, and dermatologist tested, which are reassuring signs, though anyone with known sensitivities should still patch test before full application.
What is the difference between the bronzer and the accelerator in this lotion?
The bronzer adds temporary visible color right away, while the accelerator is meant to work alongside your skin's own tanning response for a longer lasting result once the bronzer fades.