Self-Tanning FAQ – Venice Gold

Most orders are processed quickly and typically ship the same or next business day. Delivery times depend on your location, but most U.S. customers receive their order within 3–4 business days after shipment.

If you experience any issues with your order, our Venice Gold team is here to help.

Please contact us as soon as possible with your order number and a brief description of the issue. We’ll review the situation and work quickly to find the best solution.

You can reach us through the contact form on this page or by emailing our support team. We aim to respond as quickly as possible and ensure you have a great experience with Venice Gold.

Venice Gold is proudly headquartered in Michigan, USA. Orders are fulfilled from our Michigan facility and through trusted fulfillment partners to ensure fast, reliable delivery.

Most U.S. orders arrive within 3–4 business days after shipment.

No. Venice Gold Self Tanner is carefully formulated to create a natural-looking golden glow, not an orange tone.

Our formula uses high-quality tanning ingredients designed to develop gradually and blend evenly with your natural skin tone.

Proper skin preparation also helps achieve the best results. Exfoliating before application with the Venice Gold Exfoliating Mitt and applying with the Venice Gold Self-Tanning Applicator Mitt helps ensure a smooth, streak-free finish.

Most people reapply self tanner every 5–7 days, depending on how quickly their skin naturally exfoliates.

If you want to deepen your color, you can apply self tanner again after your first application has fully developed and rinsed. Many people apply a second layer the next day to build a deeper glow.

For the best results, exfoliate your skin before reapplying using the Venice Gold Exfoliating Mitt to ensure an even base.

To extend the life of your self tan, moisturize your skin daily and avoid long hot showers or harsh exfoliation.

Keeping your skin hydrated helps maintain a smooth, even tan for longer.

Proper skin preparation before tanning, including exfoliating with the Venice Gold Exfoliating Mitt, can also help your tan develop more evenly and last longer.

Use warm water, gentle exfoliation, and moisturizing products. The Venice Gold Exfoliating Mitt can help remove self tanner buildup.

Yes. You can apply self tanner again after rinsing and waiting 24 hours, or apply on consecutive days for a deeper glow.

Self tanner can transfer slightly before it is rinsed, especially if the formula contains a temporary color guide.

To avoid transfer, allow the product to fully dry before dressing and wear loose, dark clothing after application.

After your first rinse, the remaining developed tan should not transfer to clothing or bedding when applied properly.

Streaking usually happens when self tanner is applied unevenly or when the skin has dry patches that absorb more product.

To prevent streaks, exfoliate your skin beforehand and apply self tanner with a tanning mitt to ensure even blending.

Using a quality applicator like the Venice Gold Self-Tanning Applicator Mitt helps distribute product smoothly for a natural-looking glow.

For the most even results, start by exfoliating your skin to remove dry patches and create a smooth base.

Apply self tanner using a soft tanning mitt, blending the product in circular motions for streak-free coverage.

We recommend using the Venice Gold Self-Tanning Applicator Mitt for smooth, professional-looking results while protecting your hands from staining.

To prevent dark spots when applying self tanner, apply a light layer of moisturizer to dry areas such as your hands, knees, elbows, and ankles before tanning. These areas tend to absorb more product and can appear darker if too much self tanner is applied.

Use less product on these areas and blend carefully for a more even result. When applying self tanner, lightly glide over these areas with the remaining product on your mitt rather than applying additional product.

For the smoothest results, prep your skin beforehand using the Venice Gold Exfoliating Mitt to remove dry skin and create an even base for application.

For the most even, streak-free results, we recommend applying self tanner with the Venice Gold Self-Tanning Applicator Mitt. This soft, reusable mitt helps blend self tanner smoothly while preventing stained palms.

If you prefer disposable protection, you can also use Venice Gold Self-Tanning Gloves to keep your hands clean during application.

Both options help create a more even, natural-looking tan while protecting your hands from staining.

Yes. Exfoliating before application removes dead skin and creates a smooth base for even results. For best results, use the Venice Gold Exfoliating Mitt prior to tanning.

Yes. The timing depends on how deep you want your tan to develop. Light tan: rinse after 2–4 hours. Classic tan: rinse after 8 hours. Dark tan: allow 10+ hours for deeper color. After rinsing, your tan will continue to develop for 12–24 hours as the color fully develops.

Most self tans last between 7-10 days, depending on your skin type and how well you maintain your tan. Moisturizing daily and avoiding harsh exfoliation can help extend your results.

Many Venice Gold customers enjoy a beautiful glow for up to a week or longer with proper care.

For best results, exfoliate before applying self tanner to create a smooth base using the Venice Gold Exfoliating Mitt.

Yes. Venice Gold Self Tanner is vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free, and made with high-quality ingredients. If you have very sensitive skin, we recommend performing a patch test before full application.

Yes. Our formula is safe for both face and body. Use a small amount on the face and blend gently using circular motions.

Yes. Venice Gold Self Tanner includes a built-in instant bronzer so you can see exactly where the product is applied. This helps prevent streaks and ensures even coverage.

Venice Gold Self Tanner begins developing immediately after application.

For best results:

• Light tan: rinse after 2–4 hours.
• Classic tan: rinse after 8 hours.
• Dark tan: develop for 10+ hours.

Your color will continue to deepen for 12–24 hours after rinsing.