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Odylique Gradual Self-Tanning Face Serum is a natural skincare product that combines hydrating care with the gradual development of a natural-looking bronzed tone. The formula uses plant-derived dihydroxyacetone and date palm melanin, helping to create a more even tone without a strong orange undertone. The serum is especially suited to sensitive skin and, with prebiotic agave extracts and organic rose water, gives the skin hydrating comfort and a smoother feel after application.
The bottle contains 30 ml of serum and, when applied as recommended at a few drops a day, lasts approximately 2 to 3 months. The first visible hint of colour may appear around 3 hours after application; final intensity depends on the amount used, how evenly it is applied and the skin’s natural tone. The formula contains no synthetic fragrance, silicones, parabens, petrochemical derivatives or animal-derived ingredients; the product is certified as 100% natural and vegan.
Why we added Odylique to the PraveBio.cz range
Odylique is a British family brand with more than thirty years of history, founded by herbalist Margaret Weeds. It grew from the need for gentle plant-based care for very sensitive and reactive skin, without synthetic fragrance or unnecessarily heavy ingredients.
The brand is one of the pioneers of certified natural cosmetics and works to Soil Association standards. Odylique is built on clear formulations, a high proportion of organic ingredients and a considered approach to packaging; selected products use recycled British milk bottles.
Odylique Gradual Self-Tanning Face Serum – prebiotic care for a sun-kissed look
Odylique Gradual Self-Tanning Face Serum is a light gel care product that combines hydration with gradual, natural-looking skin toning. It gives the face a tanned look without sun exposure; it does not replace a UV-filter sun protection product. Daily application of a few drops leaves a thin layer of caring ingredients on the skin and helps develop an even golden tone; the 30 ml bottle lasts for 60 to 90 days with this recommended use.
- For: adults, people with sensitive skin and anyone looking for a natural-looking facial tone without sun exposure.
- Profile: prebiotic self-tanning serum with a plant-based formula and no synthetic fragrance.
- Key ingredients: plant-derived dihydroxyacetone, date palm melanin, prebiotic agave ingredients and rose water for hydrating comfort.
- Free from: synthetic fragrance, silicones, petrochemical derivatives, parabens, gluten, soya and animal-derived ingredients.
- Dosage: 2 to 4 drops daily, ideally in the evening on cleansed and toned skin for a more even development of colour.
Compared with conventional self-tanning cosmetics, this is not a classic rich cream or a tinted product with a heavy oil base. The care is built on a plant-based formula which, after application, reacts with amino acids in the superficial horny layer of the skin. Unlike universal body products, this serum focuses on the delicate skin of the face, neck and décolletage: the light gel texture spreads easily and leaves no greasy film once absorbed.
The main difference is the clear formula without synthetic fragrance, silicones, parabens or petrochemical derivatives. The serum is practical when you want a fresh, more even-looking complexion, with the option to build colour gradually according to the number of applications.
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Pravé Bio recommends adding:
- Mosimix Citrus-Scented Body Oil (Odylique)
A good follow-on body care product on days when you want to give the skin gentle oil-based comfort and a fresh citrus scent after using the self-tanning serum. Apply only once the serum has fully absorbed, so the tone can develop evenly. - Glow Bronze Body Oil (Nibu Naturals)
Adds an instant bronze sheen to the gradually developing tone with mineral pigments. It is for the arms, legs and décolletage when you want to visually enhance the self-tanning effect without applying another layer of self-tanning product. - Man Face Cream with astaxanthin (Nibu Naturals)
A practical addition for men’s skin when the self-tanning serum is also used on the face. The cream helps maintain a supple feel and a more even-looking finish without an unnecessarily greasy result. - Zinc Complex with Buffered Vitamin C (Naturtreu)
A blend of three forms of zinc; zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin, hair and nails.
Natural self-tanning cosmetics differ from conventional products not only in the final shade, but also in the supporting care they give the skin. Research into prebiotic ingredients in cosmetic formulations and the regulation of the skin microbiota describes the relationship between topically applied prebiotic and postbiotic ingredients, the skin microbiome and skin hydration.
The serum uses a blend of plant-derived dihydroxyacetone and date palm melanin. Dihydroxyacetone is described in the scientific literature as a substance that forms pigment-like melanoidins on the surface of the epidermis through a reaction with amino acids and proteins in the skin’s horny layer.
The value of this cosmetic product lies in its transparent selection of organic raw materials, gradual development of colour and use of a melanin ingredient from the date palm, for which scientific sources also examine, among other things, the antioxidant capacity of date palm melanin extracts.
Odylique Gradual Self-Tanning Serum – main benefits
- Self-tanning care in serum form – a light gel texture for the face, neck and décolletage, suited to those who prefer a serum to a rich self-tanning cream.
- Gradual colour development – the shift in tone usually starts to appear within a few hours, with a fuller result visible the following day.
- Adjustable tanning intensity – one application creates a very soft warm hint of colour, while a second application after 24 hours helps build a more noticeable sun-kissed tone.
- Even-looking result – when applied evenly and blended carefully around the hairline, brows, nose and jawline, the serum helps reduce visible unevenness in colour distribution.
- Natural warm tone – the aim is not a dark orange colour, but a soft to medium bronzed warmth, depending on the number of applications and the skin’s natural tone.
- Plant-derived dihydroxyacetone – a self-tanning ingredient of plant origin that reacts with the superficial horny layer of the skin and creates a visible shift in tone without sun exposure.
- Hydrating base of aloe vera and rose water – supports skin comfort while the colour develops and helps reduce the dry feel that can make self-tanning care look and feel less even.
- 100% natural-origin formula according to COSMOS – the formula is vegan, cruelty-free and packaged in a glass bottle with a pipette.
Odylique Gradual Self-Tanning Serum is for adults who want a soft to medium warm tanned tone without sun exposure. Colour intensity builds with each application: for the most natural result, apply a few drops to cleansed skin, blend thoroughly until seamless and add another layer no sooner than after 24 hours.
Which type of Odylique product should you choose?
Odylique products form a complete British range of certified organic cosmetics for sensitive skin. At PraveBio.cz you will find face, body and hair care, make-up and supporting products for everyday use without strong fragrance or unnecessarily complex formulas.
Facial cosmetics include cleansing and make-up removal, face creams, balms, masks, oils, serums, toners and lip balms. They let you build a simple routine from gentle cleansing through hydration to targeted additions according to skin type.
Body care covers washing, bathing, deodorants, body oils, balms, butters, salves, scrubs and care for the hands, nails and feet. It suits customers who want body care aligned with gentler formulas and a clear selection by area of use.
Hair care includes shampoos, conditioners and balms, hair nutrition, styling and natural hair colours. The range is practical for sensitive scalps, gentle washing and follow-on care without the need to combine several unrelated brands.
Make-up offers products for lips, face, nails and make-up tools. It is a good fit when make-up is to sit alongside sensitive skincare while remaining within a natural formulation approach.
Why choose Odylique
Brand origin: Odylique began in the United Kingdom as a direct response to the lack of gentle plant-based products for very sensitive and reactive skin. Founder Margaret Weeds used her knowledge of herbs and aromatherapy to create formulas that respect the needs of sensitive skin without synthetic fragrance.
Principle of clean formulation: The brand’s philosophy is that every ingredient in a formula should have a clear function. The brand avoids cheap mineral oils, silicones and synthetic fragrance that would unnecessarily burden both the formula and sensitive skin.
British roots and focus on origin: The brand selects raw materials with traceability, quality and certification standards in mind. Plant extracts, simple formulas and a high proportion of ingredients from controlled organic farming are important in certified products.
Gentle processing: The formulas use methods appropriate for natural cosmetics and sensitive plant ingredients. The aim is to create stable products without synthetic fragrance and without unnecessary technological additives.
Glass and recycled materials: For selected packaging, the brand works with material from recycled British milk bottles. This approach reduces the need for newly produced plastic and sits within the brand’s long-term effort to use more responsible cosmetic packaging.
Who the brand is not for: The products are not for customers looking for an instant silicone effect or intense synthetic scents. They are more likely to appeal to those who want clear formulas, gentler fragrance and certified natural care.
European origin of organic raw materials
Plant ingredients in certified products come from controlled organic farming according to the relevant standards.
Clear formulas without unnecessary additives
The brand avoids petrochemical derivatives, silicones, synthetic fragrance and parabens, keeping formulas understandable, including for sensitive skin.
Stabilisation with ferments
Selected formulas use ferment filtrates and natural preservation systems that help maintain the stability of the cosmetic product.
Soil Association certification
The certification confirms compliance with strict standards for natural and organic cosmetics under the relevant certification framework.
Considered ecological packaging
For selected packaging, the brand uses recycled material from local British sources and reduces the need for newly produced plastic.
Ethical production without animal testing
The brand declares a cruelty-free approach and uses a vegan formula for this product.
Ingredients
Water, Damask rose flower water*, Propanediol, Dihydroxyacetone, Glycerin, Melanin, Radish ferment filtrate, Lactobacillus ferment filtrate, Inulin, Fructose, Acacia gum*, Aloe vera juice powder*, Xanthan gum, Phytic acid. *Ingredients from controlled organic farming.
Ingredient breakdown
Water (Aqua)
What it is: A clean hydrophilic medium that serves as the primary solvent for plant extracts.
Function: Gives the serum a light consistency that absorbs quickly into the skin without leaving a greasy film.
Benefits: Allows the self-tanning ingredients to be spread accurately and evenly across the whole surface of the face.
Organic rose water
What it is: A distillate from Damask rose flowers grown under controlled organic farming conditions.
Function: Acts as a gentle water-based ingredient with the natural scent of rose hydrolate.
Benefits: Replaces synthetic fragrance and supports a pleasant feel on sensitive skin.
Propanediol
What it is: A humectant of plant origin, used in natural cosmetics for a light texture.
Function: Supports a hydrated skin feel and helps disperse supporting ingredients evenly through the formula.
Benefits: Improves the spreadability of the serum and helps the product apply well to the skin.
Dihydroxyacetone
What it is: An active self-tanning ingredient obtained from plant sugars.
Function: Reacts with the superficial horny layer of the skin and creates a gradual visible change in tone.
Benefits: Gives the look of a tan without sun exposure. The product contains no UV filters and does not replace sun protection.
Plant glycerin
What it is: A humectant derived from plant oils.
Function: Helps bind moisture on the surface of the skin and supports a pleasant feel after application.
Benefits: Reduces the feeling of tightness and dryness that can make the final self-tanned tone less even.
Plant melanin
What it is: A pigment ingredient obtained from the date palm.
Function: Complements the colour profile of the formula and helps guide the final tone towards a warmer bronze shade.
Benefits: Supports a more natural-looking final shade and helps reduce an unwanted orange hint.
Radish ferment
What it is: A filtrate produced by fermenting radish roots using Leuconostoc kimchii bacteria.
Function: Acts as part of a natural preservation system and helps maintain the stability of the cosmetic product.
Benefits: Allows the serum to be formulated without parabens and phenoxyethanol, which will matter especially to customers who check cosmetic ingredients for sensitive skin.
Lactobacillus lysate
What it is: A filtrate from the fermentation medium of Lactobacillus bacteria.
Function: Forms part of the prebiotic concept for care of the skin surface.
Benefits: Contributes to a comfortable feel on the skin and complements the hydrating character of the formula.
Inulin
What it is: A soluble plant fibre and polysaccharide obtained from chicory.
Function: Acts as a prebiotic ingredient in the cosmetic formula and complements care for the skin surface.
Benefits: Supports a pleasant, smoother feel on the skin and increases the caring character of the serum.
Fructose
What it is: A simple fruit sugar that occurs naturally in many types of fruit.
Function: Together with inulin, it complements the humectant and prebiotic character of the formula.
Benefits: Contributes to a smoother skin feel and better comfort while using the serum.
Organic acacia gum
What it is: Dried sap obtained from Acacia senegal trees in organic quality.
Function: Acts as a natural emulsifier and thickener that gives the serum a stable structure.
Benefits: Helps the product spread evenly and creates a light film-like feel without a rich cream texture.
Organic aloe vera powder
What it is: A dehydrated concentrate of the inner juice from Aloe barbadensis leaves in organic quality.
Function: After rehydration, it complements the serum’s water-based and hydrating base.
Benefits: Contributes to sensitive skin comfort during the gradual self-tanning process.
What does this mean?
Odylique Gradual Self-Tanning Serum is a caring cosmetic product with a clear formula: plant extracts, prebiotic ingredients and humectant sugars in a glass bottle. For the customer, the key point is that it is not a rich self-tanning cream or a greasy oil fluid, but a light gel serum in a precisely dosed format for daily application.
Dosage and use
The recommended dose is 2 to 4 drops daily; a 30 ml bottle lasts for 2 to 3 months of regular use at this dose.
- Starting use: with self-tanning serums, it is sensible to begin with a lower dose, for example 2 drops in the evening, and then increase the dose if needed after assessing the colour intensity.
- Hygiene: after spreading the serum, wash your palms thoroughly with warm water and soap.
Notice
- Follow the recommended dose in drops for even colour development.
- The cosmetic product is for external use on the skin only.
- Keep out of reach of small children.
- Not for internal use.
- The product is appropriate for vegans and vegetarians.
- In case of skin disease, open wounds on the face or acute irritation, consult your doctor before application.
- Due to the dihydroxyacetone content, do not apply the product to the immediate eye area or to mucous membranes.
- If individual intolerance or an allergic reaction to any of the plant ingredients occurs, stop using the serum.
- The product contains no UV filters; it does not protect against sunburn in direct sunlight.
- Store in a dry, cool and dark place, away from direct sunlight and temperature fluctuations.
FAQ
What is Odylique Gradual Self-Tanning Serum for?
It is a certified cosmetic product for adults, used to gradually tone facial skin without sun exposure. Prebiotic ingredients complement hydrating care and support skin comfort during use.
How should I apply this serum?
The recommended dose is 2 to 4 drops. Apply evenly to a thoroughly cleansed and dry face, neck and décolletage. Wash your palms with soap immediately after application.
Do I need to start with the full number of drops?
With natural cosmetics, it is sensible to start gradually, for example with 2 drops in the evening. This makes it easy to assess your individual rate of colour development and skin tolerance.
When can I assess whether I like the result?
With a self-tanning serum, it is not possible to promise the same timing for everyone. The perceived aesthetic result varies according to natural skin tone, skin hydration and the amount of serum applied. For a meaningful assessment, apply the product regularly for several days.
How much self-tanning ingredient is in one daily dose?
A daily dose of a few drops provides plant-derived dihydroxyacetone in an amount set for gradual skin toning. The final shade depends on the number of drops, even application and the skin’s natural tone.
What is the advantage compared with other self-tanning waters?
Compared with common toning waters, this serum has a more focused caring profile: it contains organic rose water, prebiotic ingredients and plant melanin. It contains no synthetic fragrance or silicones, which sensitive skin may particularly appreciate.
Are these drops suitable for vegans?
Yes. The formula is plant-based, with no animal-derived ingredients and no animal testing. The product is declared vegan.
Why is it important to check the formula when self-tanning?
Self-tanning serum is applied directly to the face, neck and décolletage, so many customers check fragrance, the preservation system, silicone content and petrochemical derivatives. Odylique uses a clear natural formula and a light gel texture.
How should I store the glass bottle?
Keep it dry, cool and well closed. Protect the glass packaging from direct sunlight and high humidity in the bathroom.
What exactly does prebiotic care mean in this serum?
Prebiotic care refers to the presence of ingredients such as inulin and fructose. These complement the hydrating character of the formula and support a pleasant feel on the skin surface.
What does organic quality mean for Odylique ingredients?
The label means that selected plant raw materials, such as rose water and aloe vera, come from controlled organic farming in line with the relevant standards.
Where do this brand’s packaging materials come from?
Odylique uses recycled material from British milk bottles for selected packaging. This approach reduces the need for newly produced plastic and supports the brand’s more responsible packaging policy.
Does the product contain any essential oils that may irritate?
No, this specific serum contains no added essential oils and no limonene or linalool. Its gentle scent comes from organic rose hydrolate.
Why does it use a gel base rather than a cream base?
The water and propanediol-based gel structure suits the need for quick absorption. It leaves no greasy film and layers well with further facial care.
Does the serum have the typical unpleasant smell after application?
The formula combines plant-derived dihydroxyacetone, rose water and date palm melanin. This gives it a gentler scent than many common self-tanning products.
Can I mix the drops with my usual day cream?
Yes, for a very subtle and gradual tan development, you can mix 2 drops of serum with moisturiser in the palm of your hand and then apply it to the face.
Is it better to apply the serum in the morning or evening?
Evening application is practical, as the serum has enough time to absorb and the tone can develop gradually without being disrupted by make-up or daytime skincare.
Can I use mineral make-up after applying the serum?
Yes, but we recommend waiting approximately 10 minutes until the serum has fully absorbed into the skin, to avoid mechanically disturbing the even layer.
How many days will one 30 ml bottle last?
With the recommended use of a few drops daily, one bottle lasts approximately 60 to 90 days. Actual duration depends on the number of drops and frequency of use.
Does the product contain gluten, soya or other common allergens?
The serum is stated as free from gluten, soya, nut oils and synthetic fragrance. For individual allergies, we always recommend checking the full ingredients list on the current label.
Is the product officially certified as organic cosmetics?
Yes, the product carries Soil Association / COSMOS Organic certification, confirming compliance with rules for certified natural and organic cosmetics.
What is the main difference compared with exposing the face to the sun?
The serum gives a tanned-looking tone without sun exposure. However, it contains no UV filters and does not replace a sun protection product.
How is this serum different from synthetic tinted creams?
Tinted creams often work through an immediate surface effect. Odylique uses plant-derived dihydroxyacetone, which gradually reacts with the surface layer of the skin and creates a more natural-looking shade.
Can I combine the product with facial oils?
Yes, but we recommend applying facial oils only after the serum has fully absorbed. Applying oil too soon could affect the evenness of the self-tanning layer.
What is the serum’s shelf life after opening?
We recommend following the period-after-opening symbol shown on the packaging. In general, use the serum within the period recommended by the manufacturer and store it cool, dry and dark.
Does this natural formula clog pores?
The serum has a light gel texture and contains no heavy waxes or silicones. For skin prone to acne, we recommend testing a small amount first and observing individual tolerance.
What role does date palm melanin have?
Date palm melanin complements the colour profile of the formula. It helps guide the final shade towards a more natural-looking warm bronze tone.
Is this serum appropriate for men after shaving?
After shaving, we recommend waiting until the skin is calm and without visible irritation. The serum can then be applied in a small dose while observing individual tolerance.
Can skin flaking appear after application?
On dry or unevenly hydrated skin, the self-tanning tone may look less regular. Gentle exfoliation before application and follow-on hydrating care can help.
Why invest in Odylique specifically?
Odylique combines certified natural cosmetics, a sensitive-skin formula without synthetic fragrance and practical self-tanning use in one serum. The product is for customers who want to build a tanned-looking tone gradually without a rich self-tanning texture.
Additional parameters
| Category: | Skin oils and serums |
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| Manufacturer: | Essential Care (Organics) Ltd 85 Gregory Road, Mildenhall, Suffolk, IP28 7DF |
| Country of origin: | Velká Británie |
| Vhodné pro: | Citlivá pokožka-Těhotné-Kojící-Certifikace BIO |
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The Odylique brand - the name is derived from the meaning "the power of nature" - was born in 2003 and was originally called Essential Care. The whole story began in the 1980s when the main founder, Margaret, started making natural skincare products. Conventional products did not agree with her allergic and sensitive skin at all. She felt there had to be a healthier and more effective way to care for her skin than using petroleum-based ingredients and artificial ingredients. She received her training in herbal medicine and aromatherapy to begin creating truly effective products based only on organic herbs, plant oils and natural active ingredients that would be compatible with the most sensitive skin. In the 1980s she was one of, if not the first, of the early pioneers of organic and natural cosmetics in the UK. In 2003, she officially founded The Essential Care with her husband and daughter, which was renamed Odylique in later years. Since the beginning, its products have won awards in prestigious competitions in the UK, and the product portfolio has grown to include decorative cosmetics for the most sensitive users.
Odylique wants all the ingredients inside their products to have therapeutic value, while you enjoy an unforgettable ritual in your daily skin and body care.
The Odylique brand is the expert for sensitive and allergic skin and we are honoured to be able to offer it to you, as it is the best certified organic quality at absolutely unbeatable prices you can get. A nice bonus is that all their plastic packaging is made from recycled plastic milk jugs - British sourced, and 98% of the packaging material is sourced from Europe to minimise their carbon footprint. Almost half of the product containers and all the boxes are made in the UK.
