Ever wondered what’s actually happening when your skin feels plump, dewy, and deeply hydrated after a self-tan session with Tropic Tan™? Spoiler alert: it’s not just the glow—it’s the science behind our skincare ingredients.
Let’s break down how your skin drinks up hydration, and why not all hydrators are created equal.
Meet Hyaluronic Acid: The Classic Crowd-Pleaser
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) is the hydration darling of skincare—and for good reason. It’s a humectant, which means it draws water into the skin like a sponge. In fact, it can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water.
💧 What it does in Tropic Tan:
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Instantly plumps and smooths
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Reduces dryness and tightness
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Gives your skin that juicy, post-facial bounce
But here’s the catch: traditional HA sits on the surface of the skin or just beneath it. It’s incredible for short-term hydration, but it can evaporate unless locked in with other ingredients.
Now Enter: PENTAVITIN® — The Deep Diver
This is hydration… but evolved.
PENTAVITIN® isn’t just another water magnet—it’s a moisture-binding powerhouse that goes deeper, works smarter, and stays longer.
🌊 What sets it apart:
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Binds to the skin like a magnet (can’t be rinsed off!)
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Clinically proven to deliver up to 72 hours of continuous hydration
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Strengthens the skin barrier and supports the microbiome
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Targets dehydration at the source by mimicking skin’s own hydration system
🧠 Think of it as the hydration memory foam of skincare: once it’s in, it keeps working even if your skin forgets to drink enough water that day.
Pentavitin ®, also known as saccharide isomerate, is a plant-derived ingredient that mimics the skin's natural moisturizing factors (NMFs). It's a carbohydrate complex that deeply binds to the skin, providing long-lasting hydration and strengthening the skin's barrier. Visually, this translates to improved skin texture, reduced dryness and flakiness, and a more supple and radiant complexion.
Why We Use Both in Tropic Tan™
We’re not here to choose favorites—we’re here to elevate your tan with skincare that works smarter.
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Hyaluronic Acid = instant glow, surface bounce
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PENTAVITIN® = long-term moisture, barrier support, deeper nourishment
Together, they give you that skin-first, glow-always experience every time you apply Tropic Tan™. So while the bronzed glow turns heads, it’s the hydration magic underneath that makes it last longer, look smoother, and feel like skincare—not just self-tan.