Banana Boat, Summer Color Self-Tanning Lotion, Light/Medium Color, for all Skin Tones, 6…
- Self Tanner
- All
- 6 fl oz
- 1
A light to medium self-tanning lotion in tube form, oil-free and meant for a subtle tan rather than a deep one.
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How it ranks among the 106 self tanners we track
4.4★ across 198 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
198 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 106 self tanners we track - how the scorecard works · full self tanners data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Banana Boat's self-tanning lotion comes in a light to medium shade meant to work across skin tones, packaged as a 6 ounce tube.
This is a self-tanner rather than a sunscreen, built to gradually deposit color rather than protect from UV, and the light/medium shade positions it for a subtle rather than deep tan result. It's listed as oil-free, which matters for anyone prone to breakouts from tanning products.
- Light/medium self-tan shade
- Oil-free lotion
- 6 ounce tube
- Marketed for all skin tones
Who it's for
Suits anyone wanting a light to medium self-tan without sun exposure, applied at home from a tube. Not the pick for those wanting a deep, dark tan result or a spray format.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Marketed for all skin tones
- Tube format for controlled application
- No reviews on file to confirm color evenness in practice
- Light/medium shade limits it to a subtler tan result
Performance notes
Self-tanning lotions like this rely on DHA reacting with amino acids in the skin's surface layer to darken it temporarily, which is why even application and exfoliating beforehand affect how even the result looks. Being oil-free can help the lotion absorb without leaving a greasy residue during application.
Specifications
| Brand | Banana Boat |
|---|---|
| Model | X001078002 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0 ounces |
| Size | 6 fl oz |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Features | Certified Organic |
| Material Type Free | Oil Free |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 6 fl oz |
| Other details | |
| Skin Type | All |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Banana Boat |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 79656007800 |
| Model Number | X001078002 |
| Asin | B005KSBVHI |
| Upc | 079656007800 885863239435 |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '198', 'stars': '4.4'} |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00079656007800 |
| Item Form | Lotion |
| Product Benefits | Nourishing |
| Best Sellers Rank | #116,107 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care) #249 in Tanning Oils & Lotions |
| Skin Tone | All |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in self tanners.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banana Boat, Summer Color Self-Tanning Lotion, Light/Medium Color, for all Skin Tones, 6…This product | 4.4 / 5 | 198 | 3.7 / 5 |
| Hawaiian Tropic Dark Tanning OilHawaiian Tropic | 4.8 / 5 | 5,400 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Australian Gold Bronzing Intensifier Dry Oil SprayAustralian Gold | 4.6 / 5 | 20,100 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Coppertone Sunscreen Tanning Lotion SPF 8Coppertone | 4.7 / 5 | 2,200 | 4.1 / 5 |
| b.tan Best Tanning OilB.TAN | 4.4 / 5 | 8,000 | 4.0 / 5 |
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Questions about the Banana Boat X001078002
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What shade does this Banana Boat self-tanner produce?
It's listed as a light to medium color.
Is the Banana Boat self-tanning lotion oil-free?
Yes, it's listed as oil-free.
What size does it come in?
It's a 6 ounce tube.