Melasma Recovery Serum
Melasma Recovery Serum
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Melasma Recovery Serum
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“I’m super fair and honestly just got tired of looking washed out all the time. This is the first gradual tanner that actually looks natural on me and doesn’t turn me orange.”
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“I know it sounds dramatic but I genuinely feel prettier with a little warmth in my skin. This gives the most believable color.”
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“I used tanning beds for years and regret it now. This gives me the glow I miss without feeling like I’m damaging my skin.”
— Sarah L.
How to Apply
How to Apply
1. Start with smooth, clean skin.
Shower, then exfoliate lightly — especially dry spots like knees, elbows, ankles and hands. Make sure skin is fully dry before you start. (Skip heavy moisturizer right before; apply Glow first.)
2. Apply with the mitt.
Squeeze a little onto your mitt and smooth over the skin in long, circular motions, one section at a time — legs, arms, body. A little goes a long way. The mitt keeps it even and keeps your palms clean.
3. Go lighter on dry areas.
When you reach knees, elbows, ankles, wrists and hands, use whatever's left on the mitt rather than fresh product. These spots grab more color, so less is more.
4. Wash your hands.
Even with the mitt, rinse your palms and between your fingers when you're done.
5. Let it develop.
The color builds gradually over a few hours — there's no dramatic reveal, and that's the point. For deeper color, simply apply again the next day. Build to the shade you want, then maintain every few days.
A few tips:
- Build slowly. Glow is designed to deepen with each use, so you control exactly how much color you get. You can always add more — start light.
- Best applied at night. Apply in the evening, let it settle while you sleep, rinse off any excess in the morning.
- Maintain, don't restart. Once you've reached your shade, a quick application every 3–5 days keeps it even as it naturally fades.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Made With Skin-Loving Ingredients
Elsie & Co was created for women who want a natural-looking glow without exposing their skin to harsh chemicals or unnecessary irritation. Our gradual self-tanning lotion is made with hydrating, skin-friendly ingredients that help your skin look healthier, smoother, and more radiant over time.
✔ Dye Free
✔ Paraben Free
✔ Sulfate Free
✔ No Mineral Oils
✔ No Harsh Chemical Smell
✔ Non-Drying Formula
✔ Gentle On Sensitive & Mature Skin
✔ Buildable, Natural-Looking Color
✔ Hydrating Daily Lotion Base
✔ Cruelty Free
Water (Aqua), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Dihydroxyacetone (DHA), Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sunflower Seed Oil, Shea Butter, Hyaluronic Acid, Coconut Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Kakadu Plum Extract, Green Tea Extract, Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Chamomile Extract, Pomegranate Extract, Sugar Cane Extract, Bilberry Fruit Extract, Orange Fruit Extract, Lemon Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Natural Fragrance.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping & Delivery
We process orders within 1-2 business days from our warehouses located in the United States, Europe, and Asia. Shipments will originate from the warehouse closest to the order's destination.
After dispatch, the delivery time varies based on the warehouse from which the shipment originates, generally taking from 4 to 10 days.
Every shipment includes a tracking number, which will be emailed to you as soon as the package is dispatched. You can conveniently track the status of your order on our website.
Return & Refund Policy
Return & Refund Policy
Our commitment to your satisfaction is backed by a 30-Day 100% Money Back Guarantee.
We are pleased to inform you that we even include a refund for shipping charges.
If, after this initial period, you find yourself not fully satisfied, we will initiate a refund for the entire amount you paid.
For returns, please email us at hello@elsieandco.com

Hear From Our Customers
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Gia L.
2h ago
“I’ve tried so many self tanners at this point that I honestly didn’t expect much from another one. But this is the one I keep reaching for because it actually looks natural on my skin. It gives me a healthy glow without looking orange or streaky, and my skin feels softer instead of dry like it does with most tanning products. I also love that it doesn’t have that overpowering fake tan smell. It just feels easy and low stress.”
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Sarah M.
2h ago
“I used to spend every summer with a tan and honestly felt so washed out after I stopped laying in the sun. Every self tanner I tried after that just made me look orange or streaky. This one is completely different. It just gives my skin a soft healthy glow like I’ve been outside for the weekend. My husband even said I look more like myself again.”
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Sam B.
2h ago
“I’m 64 and honestly thought self tanner just wasn’t for women my age anymore. Everything I tried either looked too dark, streaky, or made my skin look dry. This is the first one that actually gives me a soft natural glow without looking fake. My skin looks healthier and more even, and I’ve already had two friends ask me what I’m using.”
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Recommended By Dermatologists
“I’ve watched women bounce between tanning products for years trying to find one that doesn’t leave them orange, streaky, or looking unnatural. What nobody explains is why most self tanners fail on fair or mature skin in the first place. It’s not just about adding color — it’s about how dehydrated, uneven skin absorbs that color. Elsie & Co was designed to solve both problems at once. The gradual formula builds believable warmth slowly while the hydrating base helps skin look smoother, healthier, and more even overall. It’s one of the first self-tanners I’ve seen that focuses on creating a natural-looking glow instead of masking the skin with heavy pigment.”
— Dr. Sarah Chen, Dermatology
Trustpilot reviews
Excellent
4.8
/ 5
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Looks Natural On Mature Skin
“Finally a self tanner that looks like actual skin. I’m 61 and everything else either looked orange or settled weird on my dry skin. This gives me the nicest soft glow.”
— Louise M. · Verified Buyer
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Healthy Glow Without Looking Fake
“I avoided self tanner for YEARS because I was scared of streaks and fake color. This is so natural and easy to use. Honestly just makes me look healthier.”
— Dion B. · Verified Buyer
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Actually Fades Evenly
“As someone with fair skin, I’ve never found a gradual tanner that didn’t go patchy on me eventually. This fades evenly and doesn’t dry my skin out.”
— Natalie R. · Verified Buyer
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Doesn’t Have That Orange Look
“My husband actually asked if I’d been outside more lately 😂 That’s how natural this looks. No fake orange tone at all.”— Ava J. · Verified Buyer
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Worth every penny
“I’m in my late 50s and didn’t think self tanner was for me anymore. This completely changed my mind. My skin looks smoother, warmer, and more alive honestly.”
— Claire W. · Verified Buyer