Use code MINTARROW15 for 15% off storewide at Loving Tan. Loving Tan only does 2 sales per year, so this is the only time before Black Friday.
Quick version: Loving Tan is my BODY tanner of choice. Use code MINTARROW15 for 15% off storewide May 6–13, 2026 (the only sale before Black Friday). My favorites below — each picked for a different scenario.
Friends! If you have ever asked me what self tanner I actually use, the answer for my body has been Loving Tan for years. The brand only goes on sale TWICE a year, so when this 15% off window opens up, it is the moment to stock up. Use code MINTARROW15 at lovingtan.com through May 13.
Loving Tan discount code: how to save 15% with MINTARROW15
Use code MINTARROW15 at checkout at lovingtan.com for 15% off storewide. The code is live May 6–13, 2026 only. After that, the next Loving Tan sale will not be until Black Friday 2026.
Loving Tan is one of the only premium self tanner brands I know of that runs sales just twice a year, which is part of why their loyal customers stock up hard during these windows. With code MINTARROW15 you can grab the products I keep on rotation below at the lowest price they will be until November.
My honest Loving Tan review (after years of using it)
I have tried a LOT of self tanners over the years (the full roundup is in my self tanner deals post) and Loving Tan has consistently been my BODY tanner pick. For my face, I use the Coco & Eve Antioxidant Face Tanning Micromist. The two work beautifully together for a head-to-toe glow.
What makes Loving Tan different from other body self tanners I have tried:
- The color is genuinely beautiful — not orange, not too brown, just an even, golden, sun-kissed look
- It fades evenly — most self tanners go patchy after day 4 or 5. Loving Tan fades smoothly so I never get the awkward halfway-faded look
- Doesn't dry out my skin — critical for me since I have dry skin and other tanners have left me peeling
- Different formulas for different scenarios — they have a product for every speed/depth combo, which I get into below
My 5 Loving Tan picks (matched to your scenario)
1. Deluxe Gradual Tan Dark — the true unsung hero
Nobody talks about this product and I do not understand why. The Loving Tan Deluxe Gradual Tan Dark is what I reach for when I want a slow-build, no-streak, foolproof tan that builds over a few days. Apply it like a body lotion. The color creeps in beautifully and there is essentially zero risk of orange streaks because it is gradual.
If you have never used a self tanner before and you are scared of going too dark, this is the one to start with.
2. 2 HR Express Tanning Lotion Dark — the under-rated NEW pick
Their newer 2 HR Express Tanning Lotion Dark is also REALLY under-rated. Lotion format (vs mousse) feels different on the skin — more like a regular body lotion, less like a self tanner. Easier to blend evenly. The 2-hour development means you apply, wait two hours, shower it off, and the tan continues to deepen for hours after.
If you find mousse drying or hard to control, this lotion version is going to be your favorite.
3. 2 HR Express Platinum Self-Tanning Mousse — deep, beautiful, fast
This is what you reach for when you need your tan to be deep, beautiful, and perfect in a short time. The 2 HR Express Platinum Self-Tanning Mousse develops in 2 hours and gives you a richer, glowier color than the standard mousse. Best for special events, weekends, vacation prep.
4. 8 HR Deluxe Self-Tanning Mousse — sleep-in-it overnight tan
The 8 HR Deluxe Self-Tanning Mousse is what you want when you just need to put something on, sleep in it, and wake up tan. Apply before bed, sleep, shower in the morning. Easy. Color develops gradually overnight which gives a really natural-looking finish.
5. Bronze Shimmer Luminous Cream — instant tan in minutes
This one is technically NOT a self tanner. It is a wash-off instant bronzer. The Bronze Shimmer Luminous Cream is the BEST product I own for when you need to look immediately tan minutes before walking out the door. Apply, glow, go. It washes off with soap so it is not a tan that lasts beyond the day, but for instant gratification on a special occasion or last-minute event, nothing else compares.
NEW: 10 MIN Express Self-Tanning Smoothing Mask
Loving Tan just launched a brand new product, the 10 MIN Express Self-Tanning Smoothing Mask. They sent me the lookbook and I am excited to test it. The premise: a self-tanning treatment that doubles as a smoothing skin mask, with a development time of just 10 minutes. As soon as I have my own use experience to share, I will update this section. For now, if you want to try it during the sale, use code MINTARROW15 at lovingtan.com.
How to apply Loving Tan for the best results
Self tanner application is its own skill. Here is what I have learned after years of trial and error:
- Exfoliate first. Buffing mitt in the shower with just water. No soap or oil residue or your tan will not stick evenly.
- Moisturize the dry spots. Elbows, knees, ankles, knuckles, the backs of your knees, heels. Anywhere that is naturally drier soaks up self tanner triple-strength and goes blotchy. A thin layer of regular body lotion before applying self tanner solves it.
- Use a tanning mitt. Loving Tan sells one and it is worth it. Sweeping motions, no circles. Blend, blend, blend.
- Wait the full development time. 2 hours for the 2 HR Express, 8 hours for the Deluxe. Resist the urge to shower early.
- Rinse, do not scrub. When you do rinse, just water, no soap on day 1. The tan continues to develop for hours after.
Loving Tan FAQs
What is the Loving Tan discount code?
Use code MINTARROW15 at lovingtan.com for 15% off storewide. The code is live May 6–13, 2026 only. After that, the next Loving Tan sale is Black Friday 2026.
How often does Loving Tan go on sale?
Twice a year. Once in May (this one) and once around Black Friday. They are very disciplined about not running other sales, which is why these windows are the time to stock up.
What is the best Loving Tan product to start with?
If you are completely new to self tanning, start with the Deluxe Gradual Tan Dark — it is foolproof and forgiving. If you are experienced and want a deeper, faster result, go straight to the 2 HR Express Platinum Mousse.
Loving Tan vs St. Tropez vs Dolce Glow?
I have used all three. St. Tropez is great for hydration, Dolce Glow lasts the longest of any I have tried, and Loving Tan strikes the best balance for me — beautiful color, fades evenly, multiple formulas. For a head-to-head, my full self tanner roundup is here.
Does Loving Tan dry out skin?
Not in my experience. I have dry skin and Loving Tan has not made me peel or look dry, which I cannot say for some other tanners I have tried.
How long does a Loving Tan tan last?
About 5 to 7 days for me, longer if I keep up with body lotion daily. The fade is gradual and even, which is one of the reasons I keep coming back.
Does Loving Tan stain sheets?
The 8 HR Deluxe (the sleep-in-it option) does have a guide color that can transfer slightly. I always sleep in loose pajamas and use older sheets the first night just to be safe.
Should I use Loving Tan on my face?
I do not. Loving Tan is built for body. For face, I use the Coco & Eve Antioxidant Face Tanning Micromist, which is gentler and made for facial skin.
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- My full self tanner roundup (St. Tropez, Dolce Glow, more)
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- ProLash discount code + DIY lash extensions review
Ready to stock up on Loving Tan?
Use code MINTARROW15 at lovingtan.com for 15% off storewide through May 13, 2026. Loving Tan only sales twice a year so this is THE moment if you have been wanting to try it or stock up on faves.
XO,
Corrine




