Keep Glowing with Noosa Bronze
Don’t let your glow go this winter! Melanie Rosettenstein discovers a local sun safe self-tanning range and how it can help maintain that radiant golden look – no matter the season.
Just because the temperature drops doesn’t mean your summer glow needs to dim. As winter sets in and sun-kissed skin feels like a distant memory, Noosa Bronze offers a sun-safe solution for maintaining a healthy, radiant complexion year-round.
Launched last year, Noosa Bronze is the brainchild of local Nadia McCrohon, whose range includes the Express Tanning Mousse, Gradual Tanning Lotion, and Face Tanning Mist.
As someone with fair skin, long days in the sun weren’t an option, and she was equally unimpressed by streaky, orange-toned self-tanning products on the market. So, she created her own.
“I struggled to find self-tanners that didn’t irritate my skin or leave me with an orange tinge,” Nadia says.
“So, working with a local manufacturer, I created something gentle and natural-looking.”
Recently named a finalist in the 2025 Mamamia You Beauty Awards, Noosa Bronze’s Gradual Tanning Lotion is quickly becoming a go-to for flawless, glowing skin. And it’s a game-changer in winter, when our skin can be dry, dull, and often neglected.
Always radiant with a ready smile, Nadia says maintaining her tan during the cooler months is her secret confidence boost.
“Even though Queensland winters are milder, we still wear more layers, and having that natural glow on your face, neck and décolletage makes a difference,” she explains. “It helps me feel healthier and more confident, especially when I’m wearing minimal makeup. That added radiance lifts your mood!”
Noosa Bronze isn’t only about aesthetics. It’s full of skin-loving ingredients that support hydration and skin health. While the tanning agent is DHA, the range also includes Hyaluronic Acid for plumping hydration, Vitamin B3 to reduce signs of ageing, Mango Seed Butter which is rich in Vitamin C to support collagen production, and Vitamin B5 in the Face Mist to retain moisture and smooth fine lines.
“This means that beyond the cosmetic benefits, Noosa Bronze is also good for your skin,” Nadia says. “That’s especially important during winter, when we’re all feeling a little pale, dry and in need of some sun.”
The range is also designed to be easy to apply, with a focus on preparation for best results. Nadia swears by exfoliating first, especially in winter, when dead skin can build up more easily.
“Start with a good exfoliation to remove dead skin and even out your tone,” she says. “For our Express Tanning Mousse, I always recommend using the application mitt. It’s got a thumb hole for better control and gives you a streak-free finish, even if you’re a beginner.”
The Gradual Tanning Lotion is perfect for daily or alternate-day use, allowing you to build up a golden glow while keeping skin nourished. The Face Tanning Mist, meanwhile, is a low-effort option for a quick glow-up.
“Just spritz it onto clean, dry skin and layer your usual skincare over the top. It gives you that fresh, natural glow with barely any effort,” says Nadia.
To maintain your tan, she recommends applying the mousse using circular motions during application to avoid streaks. To extend your colour and keep that radiant glow for longer, apply the Gradual Tanning Lotion a few days later for a deeper tone.
“Our Gradual Lotion has more colour payoff than others on the market,” she says. “You can really build it up to suit your look, and elongate your tan at the same time.”
When it comes to exfoliation, arguably the most important step, Nadia recommends turning it into
a self-care ritual.
One indulgent option is the Ajara Body Ritual at ikatan Spa (pick up your Noosa Bronze supplies at the same time).
This winter skin saviour begins with a creamy scrub of orange, cinnamon, and coffee to gently exfoliate and brighten tired skin.
After a warm shower rinse, guests enjoy a 60-minute Balinese massage using ikatan’s exclusive Anti-Ageing Oil, rich in plant-based antioxidants and vitamins that improve tone and texture.
“Our Ajara ritual is about more than glowing skin. It’s about slowing down and nurturing yourself during the cooler months,” says ikatan Spa owner Katrina Thorpe.
So, while the chill sets in, don’t let your glow fade away.
With Noosa Bronze’s skin-loving tanning range and ikatan Spa’s restorative Ajara ritual, winter becomes less about hiding dry, dull skin and more about nourishing, glowing, and feeling good from the inside out.
Glow on – you deserve it!
