Peptide-Powered Tanning Technology

Coconut & Aloe Vera

Peptide Tanning Lotion

A melanin-boosting tanning lotion powered by Octapeptide-5, coconut oil, and aloe vera. Deeper colour. Less exposure. Skin that stays soft, hydrated, and glowing.

£20.00

200ml · Free UK Delivery · Earn 160 Loyalty Points

5.0 from 57 verified reviews

Why TanTrap?

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Faster Results

Octapeptide-5 activates your skin’s natural melanin production, so you develop a deeper tan in fewer sessions — sunbed or sun.

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Deeply Nourishing

Coconut oil, shea butter, aloe vera, and hyaluronic acid keep skin hydrated and healthy throughout the tanning process — no dryness, no patchy fade.

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Peptide Science

Built on the same melanin-activating peptide technology used across the entire TanTrap range. Proven. Trusted. Effective.

The Science Behind Your Tan

Octapeptide-5

Melanin activation,

not imitation

Octapeptide-5 works by stimulating alpha-MSH neurotransmitter receptors in the skin — the same biological pathway your body uses to tan naturally in response to UV light.

By activating this process before and during UV exposure, your skin produces more melanin, faster. The result is a visibly deeper tan that develops with less total UV exposure, while your skin’s natural photoprotection improves at the same time.

This isn’t a fake tan or a temporary tint. It’s your own melanin, boosted by peptide science — and kept looking its best by a nourishing blend of coconut oil, aloe vera, and shea butter.

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How It Works

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    Octapeptide-5 binds to alpha-MSH receptors
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    Melanocytes are stimulated to produce melanin
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    Melanin production accelerates under UV exposure
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    Deeper, longer-lasting tan develops naturally

✦ Your real melanin — not a stain, dye, or DHA reaction

Key Ingredients

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Coconut Oil

Cocos Nucifera

Rich in lauric acid and vitamin E, coconut oil deeply nourishes and protects the skin. It prevents dryness, flaking, and tightness during tanning — leaving skin smooth, supple, and glowing.

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Aloe Vera Extract

Aloe Barbadensis

Soothes and hydrates the skin before, during, and after UV exposure. Helps maintain your tan for longer and is particularly beneficial for sensitive skin types.

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Octapeptide-5

Melanin Activating Peptide

The active tanning ingredient. Stimulates alpha-MSH receptors to accelerate your skin’s natural melanin production — resulting in a deeper, faster tan with less UV exposure required.

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Shea Butter

Butyrospermum Parkii

A deeply moisturising butter that softens and conditions the skin. Packed with vitamins A and E, it supports skin elasticity and helps your tan develop evenly across all areas.

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Hyaluronic Acid

Sodium Hyaluronate

Holds up to 1,000x its weight in water. Keeps skin intensely hydrated throughout the tanning process, supporting a more even, longer-lasting result.

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Sweet Almond Oil

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis

Gentle and rich in fatty acids and vitamin E. Softens and conditions the skin, improving texture and ensuring your tan develops smoothly without patchiness.

Full ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Glyceryl Stearate, Octapeptide-5, Cetearyl Alcohol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Squalane, Dimethicone, Tocopherol, Erythritol, Panthenol, Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Cocos Nucifera Extract, Saururus Chinensis Extract, Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) Leaf Extract, Stephania Tetrandra Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Natural Coconut Fragrance.

How to Use

Simple application. Noticeable results from day one.

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Start before your session

For best results, begin applying 3–5 days before your first UV or sunbed session. This gives the Octapeptide-5 time to start priming melanin production before UV exposure begins.

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Apply evenly to clean skin

Smooth the lotion over your body using your fingers. Pay extra attention to drier areas like elbows, knees, and ankles. Allow a few minutes to absorb fully before your session.

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Tan — sunbed or sun

Use the lotion before sunbed sessions or natural sun exposure. It’s safe for sunbed acrylic and won’t cause damage. Reapply after swimming when outdoors.

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Layer with SPF outdoors

Apply the lotion first, then your chosen SPF on top. The lotion works beneath your sun protection to maximise melanin response while your SPF protects the skin.

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Repeat consistently

Your tan deepens progressively over multiple sessions as melanin production builds. Consistent use delivers the best long-term results.

Please note: This product does not contain SPF. When tanning outdoors, use appropriate sun protection alongside this product.

Storage: Store below 25°C and use within 12 months of opening.

What Our Customers Say

5.0 from 46 verified reviews

“I LOVE this cream. Really moisturising, smells divine, soaks in super quick and helps my skin tan. I wear it daily just because I’m addicted to the feel of it!”

DjLj66

✓ Verified

“Brilliant product — a small amount covers a long way, no claggy feeling, easy to apply, smells great. Really impressed.”

Angus R.

✓ Verified

“Love this lotion, use it with the nasal and got a lovely golden colour. Not bad for a redhead! Very light and non greasy.”

Cristaltips

✓ Verified

“Soaks into skin lovely — you don’t even know you have it on. I’ve used it on the sunbed and on holiday. Definitely boosts my tan.”

sahra.smith

✓ Verified

“Love this lotion! It smells so nice and goes on easily plus has made me so dark! Defo recommend.”

jas.scanlon

✓ Verified

“I was a bit cynical but after using for a few days before and during my holiday I tanned better than I have for a long time.”

Kerry Fox

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Ready for your best tan?

Coconut & Aloe Vera

Peptide Tanning Lotion

£20.00

200ml · Free UK Delivery · Earn 160 Loyalty Points

5.0 from 57 verified reviews