A 101 GUIDE TO ISLE OF PARADISE
Achieving that covetable sun-kissed glow without streaks, tango-esque tinge and that biscuit smell was previously unattainable… until now. Founded in 2018 by celebrity tanning expert Jules Von Hep, {Isle of Paradise} is here to bring an end to your fake tan faux pas. After his successful career helping fashion week models prepare for the red carpet with his ground-breaking tanning technique (applying colour-correcting make up post-tan – revolutionary!), Jules bottled up his expertise so the rest of us could perfect that flawless faux glow too.
Cruelty-free, 100% vegan and organic, the brand’s award-winning formulas are enriched with a whole load of plant-based goodness. Not only do they douse your skin with a gorgeous golden glow, but they nourish, smooth and soften your complexion too. And innovative colour-correcting actives counteract uneven skin tone and imperfections. The results? Your most natural, even and long-lasting tan yet. And heaps of body confidence too.
The world leaders in {self tan}, the Isle of Paradise range has three shades to choose from for total glow control. And they’re all colour-coded too. Opt for peach for a light tan, green for a medium golden tan, and violet for deep bronze. From hydrating tanning waters to long-lasting mousses, every body can achieve the ultimate glow-up.
In this detailed guide, we’ll share our favourite Isle of Paradise products. Plus we’ll hear from Cult Concierge expert, {Lena}, how to use them for your glowiest self.
THE BEST ISLE OF PARADISE PRODUCTS
With Isle of Paradise on the self tanning scene, achieving a flawless golden glow has never been so easy. From the gradual glow of their tanning butter to the overnight glow-up of their tanning drops, we love the natural-looking tan each formula gives us. But if we had to pick our favourites, these are the ones we’d choose time and time again…
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Whether you want to have control over your glow or just don’t fancy slathering yourself in tanning mousse, these tanning drops will come to your rescue. Enriched with colour-correcting ingredients and skin-loving actives, this foolproof formula douses your skin in a nourishing healthy glow – without streaking, staining or smelling. Just add a few drops to your moisturiser and away you glow!
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Packed with plant-based goodness – like avocado, chia seed oil and coconut oil – this hydrating tanning water not only gives you a dewy, sun-kissed glow, but also hydrates, smoothes and softens your skin. Spritz it over your body from top to toe and in 4–6 hours, you’ll have a flawless golden glow.
HOW TO APPLY ISLE OF PARADISE TANNING WATER
Exfoliate 24 hours before tanning and apply moisturiser to any dry areas, such as hands, feet, knees and ankles prior to tanning. Generously mist your skin from top to toe until totally saturated. Take a tanning mitt and buff the water into your skin using a sweeping motion.
HOW TO USE ISLE OF PARADISE DROPS
Fuss-free and completely foolproof, the Isle of Paradise Tanning Drops are a breeze to use. Apply a few drops to your moisturiser (the more you drop, the more you glow!) and massage into your skin. Just be sure to wash your hands after applying!
And if you’re wondering how many drops of Isle of Paradise to apply, you can use anything from 1 for a subtle radiant glow, to 12 for a deep, rich bronze.
WHAT SHADE OF ISLE OF PARADISE SHOULD I GET
The brand’s self tanning range is available in three glow-giving shades (and all colour-coded to help you find the perfect one!). Every body can achieve a beautiful sun-kissed glow.
Choose peach for a light tan and a more radiant complexion.
Green will give you a medium golden tan, and it’s formulated to counteract redness and even out tone.
Opt for the violet range for a deep bronze. The brand’s unique HyperViolet complex neutralises orange, yellow and ash tones for the perfect bronze glow.
HOW LONG DO ISLE OF PARADISE DROPS TAKE TO DEVELOP?
We love applying the drops in the evening and letting them develop overnight. You’ll wake up to a gorgeous post-holiday glow and ultra-radiant skin.
HOW TO APPLY ISLE OF PARADISE MOUSSE
Exfoliate 24 hours before applying the {Isle of Paradise Self Tanning Mousse}. Pump the mousse onto a tanning mitt and apply it to your skin in sweeping motions. Always start at your ankles and work upwards to avoid creasing or streaking your tan. Use the leftover product to tan your feet, hands, knees and elbows.
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HOW TO REMOVE ISLE OF PARADISE FROM HANDS
Always apply the brand’s self tanning products with a tanning mitt. Except for the drops, which can be added to your moisturiser and applied with your hands, then wash your hands immediately after. If you accidentally get tan on your hands (we know – mistakes happen!) then you can use a cleansing oil to help break down the pigment, and an exfoliator formulated with AHAs.
