Mykonian Sun
Complete Tan System + DNA Defense
Complete Tan System + DNA Defense
In stock
The complete routine for a deeper tan – with smarter skin care built in. Three steps, each with a job: Prime your skin, Boost your colour, Defend while you tan.
✦ FREE SPF 50 Zinc included (Australian orders) – protect your face and nose while your body builds colour. Nothing to add to cart, it ships in your box.
What's inside
- Step 1 – Prime: Tan Accelerator Lotion – Melinoil® peptide, Lipochroman® antioxidant, Hyaluronic Acid and Australian native botanicals
- Step 2 – Boost: Sun Booster Oil – Melinoil® + Lipochroman® with Vitamin E and nourishing oils for a richer, longer-lasting glow
- Step 3 – Defend: SPF 10 Tanning Lotion – broad-spectrum SPF 10 with hydrating jojoba oil
- Bonus (Australian orders): SPF 50 Zinc – high protection for your face
Why a system? Instead of one product trying to do everything, each step does its job – so you build colour while your skin stays hydrated, supported and protected.
Made in Australia · Vegan · Paraben-free
Note: SPF 10 is not a substitute for higher SPF protection. For extended sun exposure, use a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher and avoid prolonged sun exposure.
Couldn't load pickup availability
The Mykonian Sun Promise
Love your tan, or your money back.
If you don't see a deeper, richer-looking tan within 30 days, we'll refund you in full. No need to send it back.
- Use as directed for at least 2 sun sessions.
- Not happy within 30 days of delivery? Message us. No forms, no returns.
- We refund your order to your original payment method. One claim per customer, on your first order.
Real results
See it on real skin.
Questions about your tan? Message us and a real person on our team replies within 24 hours. Ask us anything
Why it's different
Why it's different
Not just products. A system that works together.
Prime, Boost and Defend all carry a melanin-signalling peptide and a specialist antioxidant. Defend adds broad-spectrum SPF 10 while you build colour. Same sun. Deeper tan. Smarter skin.
products
Sun
What's inside, and why
Melinoil® in all three steps
Acetyl Hexapeptide-1
A peptide that mimics your body's own tanning signal, helping support natural melanin activity for a deeper-looking tan.
See the science →Lipochroman® in all three steps
Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
A specialist antioxidant that helps defend skin against oxidative stress while you're in the sun.
See the science →Hyaluronic acid in Prime
Sodium Hyaluronate
Draws in moisture for deep hydration, so skin looks plump, smooth and ready to build even colour.
Broad-spectrum SPF 10 in the SPF 10 Tanning Lotion
UVA + UVB filters
Low, everyday protection while you tan. For longer sun exposure, add a higher-SPF sunscreen.
Tan smarter, not longer. SPF 10 is low protection. Add a higher-SPF sunscreen for longer time in the sun. Enjoy the sun responsibly.
Ingredient performance data comes from the ingredient manufacturers' studies. Full ingredient list in the Ingredients tab.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Lotion:
Ingredients(INCI):Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone,Simmondsia Chinensis(Jojoba) Seed Oil, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Palmitate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Lecithin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Acetyl Hexapeptide-1,Citrus GlaucaFruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol,Nicotiana BenthamianaHexapeptide-40 sh-Polypeptide-47, Fragrance, Xanthan Gum, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol,Citrus AustralasicaFruit Extract,Terminalia FerdinandianaFruit Powder, Disodium EDTA.
Oil:
Ingredients(INCI):Paraffinum Liquidum, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Isopropyl Myristate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Hydrated Silica,
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Fragrance, Purified Water,
Isopropyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Lecithin, Acetyl Hexapeptide-1, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
Lotion SPF 10
Ingredients:Purified Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Homosalate, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Lecithin, Cetyl Palmitate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Fragrance, Sorbitan Palmitate, Xanthan Gum, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA
Application
Application
STEP 1 — PRIME
Product: Prime – Sun Tan Elixir Lotion
When to use: 15–30 minutes before sun exposure
Purpose:
To prep your skin with antioxidants (Lipochroman™ + Melinoil™ Peptide) for deeper, faster, more even tanning — while protecting your skin’s collagen from the very first moment you step outside.
How to apply:
1. Apply generously all over the body.
2. Massage in until fully absorbed.
3. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes before going into the sun.
4. Reapply after swimming or towel-drying if you want maximum results.
What you’ll notice:
Your skin feels hydrated, smooth, and primed to tan deeper and faster without drying out.
STEP 2 — BOOST
Product: Sun Booster Oil
When to use: Once you’re in the sun and warmed up
Purpose:
To intensify your natural tan, supercharge melanin activation, and give your skin that signature Mykonian Sun glow.
This is your deep tan accelerator.
How to apply:
1. Apply directly on top of Prime once you begin tanning.
2. Use on arms, legs, shoulders, and areas you want to deepen.
3. Reapply every 1–2 hours, or after swimming.
4. Can be layered lightly throughout the day for continuous glow.
What you’ll notice:
A deeper, darker tan develops faster — without streaks, without orange — just a rich Mediterranean bronze.
STEP 3 — DEFEND
Product: Defend – SPF10 Lotion
When to use: Morning, before sun exposure or after Boost, depending on your sun preference
Purpose:
To provide low-level sun protection while still allowing you to tan.
This is your smart shield: you still tan deeply, but with antioxidant-fortified SPF10 to defend your skin from premature aging.
How to apply:
Option A: Apply first (great for sensitive skin or early in the day)
• Apply SPF10 before Prime + Boost
• Allow to absorb
• Then layer Prime → Boost on top as needed
Option B: Apply after Boost
• Use SPF10 as a protective finishing layer
• Reapply every 2 hours or after swimming
What you’ll notice:
You tan beautifully and stay protected — your skin feels conditioned, soft, and never scorched.
Clinical Study
Clinical Study
- Protects against up to 475% more oxidative stress than standard antioxidants (based on Lipochroman® data)
- Our formula includes an α-MSH biomimetic peptide that supports melanin production
- It is clinically shown to enhance tanning intensity
FAQ
FAQ
How is this different from a regular tanning lotion?
Unlike standard tanning lotions, this formula is powered by our DNA Defense™ Shield, which combines antioxidant science with melanin-boosting peptides. It supports your skin’s natural ability to tan, while defending it at the cellular level from UV-induced stress.
Will I still need to wear sunscreen?
Yes. This product does not contain SPF. We recommend pairing it with a broad-spectrum sunscreen to protect against harmful UV rays. Our lotion is designed to support your skin during tanning—not replace sun protection.
Will this make me tan faster?
Yes. Thanks to Melanoil®, this formula helps activate your skin’s natural melanin production, which can result in a faster, deeper tan with less time in the sun.
Can I use this with fake tan or spray tan?
Absolutely. It won't interfere with DHA-based self-tanners and can be used to keep your skin hydrated and protected underneath or in between sessions.
Is this suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes. It’s vegan, paraben-free, and formulated with soothing ingredients like jojoba oil and peptides. However, we always recommend a patch test first if you have reactive skin.
Can I use this on my face?
Yes, though it’s primarily designed for body use. If you have sensitive or acne-prone skin, apply cautiously or opt for a lighter moisturizer with similar antioxidant properties.
Do I need to be in the sun for it to work?
Yes — this lotion supports your skin's natural tanning response, so some UV exposure is needed. But this isn’t about cooking yourself under harsh rays. We believe in intentional tanning: controlled sun time, consistent hydration, and skin-smart routines.
Share
The bottle is a great size and the lid is really good and easy to use. I’ve been using the oil and it works really well too. Definitely happy with my purchase.
I’ve been a fan and repeat buyer of mykonian sun. The new range is great, but would be better in the same sizes as previous. I feel like I’m going through plastic bottles more.
Solid product. Not greasy
Love my results
Instantly tanned
I’ve been using it for three years, and apart from on my body, using it on my face has given me a lovely tan!!!