If you have shopped with us for a while, you know how carefully Patricia chooses every brand we carry. As Canada's #1 Eminence Organics retailer for more than 26 years, our standards for what shares shelf space with Eminence skin care are not flexible. The formulas have to be clean. The ingredients have to do something meaningful. The brand story has to ring true.
That is why we are so excited to introduce Luna Bronze.
Luna Bronze is an Australian, female-founded self-tanning brand with a skin-first philosophy that fits beautifully alongside our Eminence Organic skin care offering. Their products give you a healthy, sun-kissed glow without sun damage, formulated with hydrating ingredients that actually treat your skin while they tan it. Here is everything you need to know.
Why We Brought Luna Bronze to The Facial Room
Patricia spent years looking for a self-tanning brand she could stand behind. Most of what she found was disappointing. Heavy synthetic fragrances. Streaky finishes. Formulas that dried the skin out instead of nourishing it. None of it lined up with the Eminence Organics standard our customers expect. Luna Bronze was different.
Founded by Australian friends Rhi and Maddy after Maddy's skin cancer diagnosis, the brand was built on a simple promise: a beautiful glow should not come at the cost of your skin's health. Their formulas use natural DHA where applicable, plant-based extracts, and skincare-grade ingredients like hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and shea butter. They are vegan, cruelty-free, and made in Australia. In other words, they fit right in.
Two Ways to Glow
One thing worth understanding before you shop: Luna Bronze offers two distinct categories of products, and they work very differently. Choosing the right one for your needs is the difference between loving the result and feeling lukewarm about it.
Instant Bronzers
Instant bronzers give you colour the moment you apply them. Think of them as makeup with skincare benefits. They wash off at the end of the day, contain no DHA, and are perfect for events, last-minute plans, or anyone who likes to commit to a tan one day at a time.
Self-Tanners
Self-tanners use natural DHA, an ingredient that gently reacts with the surface of the skin to develop a true tan over a few hours. The colour lasts several days and fades naturally. These are the right choice when you want a longer-lasting glow that keeps going through workouts, swims, and showers.
The Luna Bronze Lineup at The Facial Room
Patricia hand-picked the formulas she felt would best serve our customers. Here is what to know about each one.
For the Face
Cosmic Bronzing Drops are an instant, wash-off bronzer designed to give your complexion that lit-from-within glow in seconds. Lightweight and skincare-infused with sodium hyaluronate and shea butter, they can be mixed into your moisturizer, serum, or SPF for a custom finish, or applied directly to the high points of your face for definition. This is Patricia's pick for anyone new to bronzing products.
Illume Face Tanning Water is a self-tanner formulated specifically for facial skin. The watery texture absorbs quickly, leaves no greasy residue, and develops into a natural tan over a few hours. This is the right product if you want a longer-lasting facial glow without applying makeup every day.
Glow Tanning Moisturizer Medium is a hybrid: a hydrating face moisturizer with a gentle, gradual self-tanning active built in. Use it daily and your skin slowly builds a natural-looking tan while staying moisturized. Beautiful for a slow build, especially as we move from spring into summer.
For the Body
Instant Bronzing Cream is the body equivalent of the Cosmic Drops. A rich, washable cream that delivers immediate, photo-ready colour. Apply before a beach day, an evening out, or a special event, and rinse it off when you are done.
Self Tanning Jelly is Luna Bronze's award-winning hero formula for the body. A bouncy, lilac-tinted gel that glides on, dries quickly, and develops into a medium-to-deep bronze over six to eight hours. Powered by hyaluronic acid, organic shea butter, and natural DHA, it feels more like skincare than self-tanner.
A Glow Gradual Tanning Moisturizer is also available for those who prefer to build their colour slowly. Apply daily as you would any body lotion, and your skin develops a soft, even glow over a week.
Shop the full Luna Bronze collection
Patricia's Tips for the Best Results
A few things that make every self-tan better:
Exfoliate first. Self-tanners adhere best to clean, smooth skin. A gentle body exfoliant 24 hours before application makes a real difference.
Moisturize the high-friction zones. Knees, elbows, ankles, and wrists absorb tanner more deeply, which can leave them looking darker than the rest of your skin. A light dab of moisturizer on these areas before applying tanner keeps the finish even.
Wait before dressing. Give the product five to ten minutes to absorb before putting on clothes, and avoid tight fabrics for the first hour.
Hydrate to extend your glow. Hydrated skin holds colour longer. A daily body moisturizer (or a hydrating mist for the face) keeps your tan looking fresh for days longer.
Why a Skin-Safe Glow Matters Now
By the time May arrives, most of us are ready for warmer weather and the look that comes with it. The temptation to spend hours in the sun is real, and so is the cost: premature lines, uneven pigmentation, and skin damage that lingers long after the glow fades.
Luna Bronze offers a way to enjoy the look of summer without paying that long-term price. Paired with a good daily SPF, like the Eminence Organics Bright Skin Moisturizer SPF 40, you can have a beautiful, sun-kissed complexion all season long while protecting the health of your skin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Is Luna Bronze safe for sensitive skin?
Yes. Luna Bronze formulas are made with natural, skincare-grade ingredients and most are well-tolerated by sensitive skin. As with any new product, we recommend a small patch test 24 hours before full application. If you have very reactive skin or specific concerns, reach out and our team can guide you toward the gentlest option.
Q2: What is the difference between Luna Bronze and other self-tanners?
Luna Bronze stands out for its skincare-first formulation. Where many self-tanners rely on synthetic fragrances and drying alcohols, Luna Bronze uses ingredients like hyaluronic acid, shea butter, and niacinamide. The result is a tan that hydrates instead of dehydrates, and a finish that looks natural rather than orange. It is the same philosophy that draws our customers to eminence organic skin care: clean, effective, skin-loving formulas.
Q3: How long does a Luna Bronze tan last?
Luna Bronze self-tanners typically last five to seven days, depending on your skin type, how often you exfoliate, and how well you hydrate. Instant bronzers wash off the same day. Daily moisturizing helps the colour fade evenly without patches.
Q4: Can I use Luna Bronze on my face?
Yes, but use the right product. Cosmic Bronzing Drops, Illume Face Tanning Water, and Glow Tanning Moisturizer Medium are all formulated specifically for facial skin. The Self Tanning Jelly and Instant Bronzing Cream are designed for the body and are not recommended for the face.
Q5: Where can I buy Luna Bronze in Canada?
The Facial Room carries the full Luna Bronze lineup, with free shipping on Canadian orders over $49 and six complimentary samples hand-selected for your skin type included with every order. As Canada's #1 Eminence Organics retailer with over 1,000 five-star reviews, we ship from our South Surrey, BC location coast to coast via expedited Canada Post.
Q6: Do Luna Bronze products contain SPF?
No. Luna Bronze gives you the look of a tan without UV exposure, but it does not protect you from the sun. Continue to use a daily broad-spectrum SPF, and reapply every two hours when you are outdoors. We carry several skin-safe sunscreens alongside our eminence skin care collection.
Q7: Is Luna Bronze pregnancy-safe?
Many of Luna Bronze's formulas use natural DHA and skin-friendly ingredients that are generally considered safe during pregnancy. We always recommend checking with your healthcare provider before introducing any new product during pregnancy, particularly if you have specific sensitivities.
