Carroten Mini Intensive & Gold Shimmer Tanning Gels — 2-Pack Travel Size 1.7 oz | Non-Greasy, Water-Resistant Accelerators

Carroten Mini Intensive + Gold Shimmer Tanning Gels are travel-sized tan accelerators and bronzers that speed up natural color development while moisturizing skin and adding optional shimmering radiance.

These 1.7 oz travel tubes come as a two-pack: the original Intensive Tanning Gel for a deep, even bronze and the Gold Shimmer Tanning Gel when you want the same accelerating benefits with light-reflecting pearls. Formulated with carrot and coconut oils plus Vitamins A and E, the non-greasy, water-resistant gels are designed to help skin take on a richer tone when exposed to sun. Because these are accelerator gels (SPF 0), apply a separate sun-protective product beforehand to guard against UV exposure.

How do these gels speed up my tan?

The gels are formulated to enhance the skin’s natural response to sun exposure rather than provide sun protection. Nutrient-rich carrot oil and hydrating coconut oil create a conditioned surface that helps color develop more evenly and appear richer. Vitamins A and E support skin texture so the tan looks smoother as it darkens.

• Carrot oil: promotes a deeper-looking bronze when exposed to sunlight
• Coconut oil: conditions and softens skin for uniform color
• Vitamins A & E: hydrate and help maintain skin suppleness during tanning
• SPF 0: use with a sunscreen product for UV protection

What’s the difference between Intensive and Gold Shimmer?

The Intensive Tanning Gel delivers the baseline accelerating formula for a natural-looking bronze. The Gold Shimmer version uses the exact same base but adds fine bronzing pearls that reflect light, giving skin a subtle luminous finish. Both rinse-resistant gels spread evenly and dry without greasy residue.

• Intensive: smooth, deep bronze without sparkle
• Gold Shimmer: light-reflecting pearls for a radiant sheen
• Both: non-greasy, water-resistant, quick-absorbing gels
• Travel size: 1.7 oz each for packing convenience

How should I apply these gels for best results?

Apply the gel to clean, dry skin before sun exposure and spread evenly to avoid streaks. Let the product absorb fully, then apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen over it if you plan to stay in the sun—these gels are accelerators, not sunblocks. For the Gold Shimmer, blend in small amounts on high points (shoulders, collarbone, legs) to amplify the glow.

• Apply to dry, exfoliated skin for even color development
• Use sparingly at first; build up for desired depth
• Apply sunscreen over the gel for UV protection
• Rinse hands after application to avoid staining palms

Will these work while swimming or during a beach day?

The gels are water-resistant, so they won’t wash off instantly with splashes or brief swims. Water resistance helps color remain even during light water exposure, but reapply after prolonged submersion or towel-drying. Because they don’t contain SPF, pair with a water-resistant sunscreen when spending extended time in the sun.

• Water-resistant finish reduces immediate loss in water
• Reapply after long swims or heavy sweating
• Use with a separate water-resistant sunscreen for full protection
• Compact tubes are ideal for pool or beach travel

Who is this for: Carroten Mini Intensive + Gold Shimmer Tanning Gels suit travelers, seasonal tanners, and anyone who wants to accelerate a sun-induced bronzing effect while keeping skin feeling soft. They’re a good fit for users who already use sun protection and want quick-absorbing, non-greasy gels to enhance natural color or add a touch of shimmer. Not recommended as a substitute for sunscreen—use alongside a broad-spectrum SPF product for safe sun exposure.

Ingredients

INTENSIVE TANNING GEL: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Petrolatum, Isopropyl Myristate, Mineral Oil/Paraffinum Liquidum/Huile Minérale, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax/Candelilla Cera/Cire de Candelilla, Propylene Glycol, C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone, Hexyl Laurate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Propylene Carbonate, Fragrance/Parfum, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Oleoyl Tyrosine, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol, Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil, Oleic Acid, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax/Cera Carnauba/Cire de Carnauba, Panthenyl Triacetate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Extract, Krameria Triandra Root Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Propylparaben, BHT, Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Beta-Carotene, Alkanna Tinctoria Root Extract, Tocopherol, Lecithin, Glyceryl Stearate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Oleate, Citric Acid, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Farnesol, Red 17 (CI 26100), Violet 2 (CI 60725), Yellow 11 (CI 47000).