Saltyface Reviews: Why I Love This Brand For Acne-Prone Skin
Iβm sorry, but thereβs no beating around the bush here: Everyone just looks better with a tan. This is one of those Saltyface reviews thatβll probably make you a fan for life, and is also geared towards my ladies (or gents!) who suffer from acne.
In case you havenβt noticed from the millions of pictures I have of myself on this blog, I am as fair as can be (thanks, Irish heritage!). I have a fair to light skin tone that burns relatively easily, and I donβt tan very easily or often. I love to get spray tans for special occasions, but they can get pretty pricey. And they donβt last super long, either (check out my blog post about how long does a spray tan last if youβre curious!).
Iβve been using different self-tanners on my body for years. But was always hesitant to use anything on my face because I break out from just about everything. I have the most sensitive skin. When I saw that one of my favorite acne estheticians, Sofie Pavitt, recommended Saltyface to her clients, I was intrigued. Then, when I noticed that the Saltyface reviews were aplenty on their website, I decided I needed to get my hands on it and try it out.
The brand had reached out to me and offered to send me some of their products to test out for the journalism work I do for multiple publications. Iβve tried a couple of their products and Iβm excited to report that this is one of those positive Saltyface reviews (with a few caveats).
Below, I dive into everything you need to know about the Saltyface Tanning Water and Tanning Foam. Plus, I cover whether I think they are worth the price.
Saltyface Reviews
I thought this line of tanning products was unlike anything Iβve ever tried before. I love how lightweight they are, and how they donβt irritate my skin or break me out. Read on to find out what I like (and donβt like) about each of these products.
Saltyface Tanning Water
This is definitely my favorite product of the bunch. Itβs so damn easy to use. It comes in two shadesββLight to Mediumβ and βMedium to Darkββand basically applies like a serum. I prefer to apply it at night and then wake up with a glow. I use the βLight to Mediumβ shade and havenβt tried the darker shade. But I can imagine that it will probably be too dark for my skin, as I find the lighter shade to be just right for my complexion.
To use, all you have to do is add one to two full droppers of the βwaterβ into your hand, rub it a bit into both your hands, and then apply it to your entire face. Make sure to blend it into the hairline and behind your ears.
For a more natural-looking tan, apply another dropperful to your neck and chest. Then, wash your hands thoroughly and see your face glow 24 hours later. Interestingly, you donβt need to rinse this tanning water off the next morning. However, I like to use my regular morning face wash after Iβve applied this the night before.
For an added $3, you can purchase a spray topper that allows you to spray the water onto the Saltyface Tanning Brush (more on that later) and then brush it onto your face. I have both, but I actually prefer to just drop the product right into my hand and rub it in my face.
What I love about this formula is that it is super, super lightweight, and also doesnβt clog my pores. Plus, it contains aloe barbadensis leaf extract, althaea officinalis root extract, linden flower extract, and other botanical extracts to help hydrate and soothe. I donβt need to worry about it breaking me out, which is something that has prevented me from using tanning products on my face in the past.
It costs $44, but I definitely think itβs worth the money. The only downside Iβve seen with this pick is that it doesnβt last super long. Itβs honestly hard for me to compare this to other face tanners, as I havenβt used a ton. I would say that this probably lasts about three days before you have to apply more.
Another thing to note is that sometimes, when Iβm using this product, I will use my trusty Sofie Pavitt Face Mandelic Clearing Serum underneath the tanning water. Because the serum contains mandelic acid, I thought it might make the tanning solution come out patchy, but that isnβt the case with me.
All-in-all, I love this tanning water and it will be a staple in my tanning routine for years to come.
Available at Saltyface ($44)
Saltyface Tanning Foam
Okay, so there are things I like about this one, and things I donβt. This tanning foam is for the body and also comes in shades βLight to Mediumβ and βMedium to Dark.β The thing I love about this product is that, again, it is hella easy to apply. There are multiple ways you can apply this pick. My preferred way is to just pump the foam into my hand and then spread it evenly on different sections of my body. Then I wash the bottom of my hands carefully, so as to not wash off the back of my hands. This is a method the brand recommends, which I havenβt really seen with other foaming tanning products.
Another way you can apply this foam is to use the Saltyface Tanning Brush for Body (which I donβt own). I mistakenly tried to apply this foam on my body using the Tanning Brush for Face. Then I realized the brush was too small for my body. I havenβt tried the Tanning Brush for Body, so I canβt really speak to how well that would work.Β
The βLight to Mediumβ shade is pretty light. Lighter than other foaming tanning products Iβve tried. I definitely notice a difference in my skin after I use this, but itβs not as βtanβ as you might expect. I kinda like that itβs not super tan, though, because if you mess up for whatever reason, itβs not as noticeable.
Another thing to note is that this doesnβt leave your skin looking orange at all. Which I canβt say the same for other tanning foams Iβve tried. I might try the darker shade at some point and see how that looks on my skin.
Because the lighter shade is so light, I find that the tan doesnβt last very long. I would say that it lasts about three days. Meanwhile, the St.Tropez Classic Bronzing Mousse will last up to a week on my body, but Iβm more prone to get streaks when using that formula.
This bottle is $62, which is definitely on the pricier side of tanning foams. I think if you love a clean formula that doesnβt smell and leaves a nice, subtle, natural glow, this is worth the price. If you want a little extra color, I think it wonβt hurt to try the βMedium to Darkβ shade, even if your skin is on the paler side.
Available at Saltyface ($62)
Saltyface Tanning Brush for Face
Truthfully, I havenβt used this on my face much. I tried it on my body once and realized it was too small. I prefer to just apply the Tanning Water right into my hands and then rub it directly onto my face. This brush is meant to be used with the Mist Top. I think this brush would probably give you a more even coverage than if you were to just apply the water directly to your face, but I havenβt really noticed a big difference.
Available at Saltyface ($21)
Saltyface Before and After Pictures
Here are some before and after photos of using Saltyface tanning products. My husband told me that I should have worn a light-colored shirt for both before and after photos to show how the tan progressed. Oops!
I think you can probably still see how my face and arms look slightly tanner in the after photo. Also, keep in mind that this was only after wearing the Saltyface products for about 7 hours. The tan will fully develop up to 24 hours after you first apply it. So if you really want to get the full effects of the tan, you could apply it in the morning, leave it on all day and night, and then take a shower the next morning.
In the below picture, I asked my husband to do a side-by-side before and after shot to compare my tanned arm to his non-tanned arm.
Where To Buy Saltyface Products
Unfortunately, there are not a ton of places to purchase Saltyface products. You can find them at:
Curious about spray tans? Check out my blog post about spray tan vs. self tanner to figure out which one is right for you.
