Tan-Prep Buffing Gel From $18 a tube
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The Gel That Rolls Off, And Takes Your Patchy Tan With It.

An orange buffing gel for the knees, elbows, ankles and hands your old tan clings to. Rub it on dry skin, watch it roll, rinse. No scrubbing yourself raw.

  • No mitts, no scrubbing raw
  • Made for knees, elbows, ankles & hands
  • From $18 a tube · Free NZ & AU shipping
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From Patchy Old Tan To Fresh Base

No scrubbing yourself raw. Drag the orange circle left and right to see each before and after.

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Individual results vary. Results shown on self-tan that's 3 or more days old.

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No Scrubbing RawRub · roll · rinse, that's it
4.8 Rated7,414 Ratings
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From $18 A TubeThe Full Season · 5 tubes
How It Works

Rub. Roll. Rinse. Fresh Base.

No waiting around, no scrubbing yourself raw. Here's exactly what happens, in plain English.

1

Rub It On Dry Skin

Squeeze a little onto dry knees, elbows, ankles or hands and rub in small circles. No mitt, no pressure.

2

Watch It Roll

As you rub, the gel starts rolling up into little bits. Keep going gently. Honestly, this is the fun part.

3

Rinse For A Fresh Base

Rinse it all off. The dry, patchy spots your old tan clings to get a gentle buff, so your next coat goes on smoother and more even.

Works best on tan that's 3 or more days old. Skip freshly shaved, broken or sunburnt skin.

The Honest Bit: Yes, A Lot Of The Rolls Are Gel

That's how every peeling gel works, whatever anyone tells you. The rolls are the fun part. The smoother, fresher base underneath is the real result, and it's backed by The Fresh Base Promise.

What's Doing The Work

Loosens

Salicylic Acid

What it is

A gentle exfoliant used in lots of everyday skincare.

What it does for your tan

Helps loosen the dry, dead skin your old tan clings to, so it buffs away easier.

Orange

Citrus Extract

What it is

An extract from citrus fruit.

What it does for your tan

Where the bright orange gel (and our name) comes from.

Hydrates

Sodium Hyaluronate

What it is

A form of hyaluronic acid.

What it does for your tan

Helps skin hold on to moisture, so it doesn't feel tight before your next tan.

No Mitt Needed No Waiting Around Works With Any Self-Tan Rinses Clean
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Real Tan Days

The Most Satisfying Part Of Tan Day

Rub it on, watch it roll, rinse it off. Tap the speaker on any video to hear it.

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Get My Fresh Base

From $18 a tube · The Fresh Base Promise · Ends Halloween

🎃 Tang-o-ween Sale · Save up to $105 Ends in --
The Fresh Base PromiseNot easier? Every cent back, 60 days
No Scrubbing RawRub · roll · rinse, that's it
4.8 Rated7,414 Ratings
Free NZ & AU ShippingTracked, on every order
From $18 A TubeThe Full Season · 5 tubes
Tangie vs. The Old Way

Still Scrubbing Yourself Raw?

Here's how Tangie stacks up against the two things you've probably already got in your bathroom.

Scrub Mitt Tan Eraser Tangie
No scrubbing yourself raw Red, raw and sore Still need to scrub after Gentle circles, that's it
No waiting around As long as it takes Leave on, wait, then rinse Rub, roll, rinse
Gets knees, elbows & hands Eventually, with effort Often misses the stubborn bits Made for those spots
Gentle on your skin Can leave it stinging Can sting or smell No grit, no mitt
Actually fun to use A chore A waiting game Weirdly satisfying
Money back if it doesn't work Not usually Depends on the brand 60-day Fresh Base Promise

To Be Fair

Mitts are cheap and last ages, and a full eraser is handy for a total reset. Tangie is for the bit in between: the dry, patchy spots that hang on, without the scrubbing.

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Good To Know

Still Got A Question? We've Got You.

Straight answers to everything people ask before their first tube.

Still unsure?

Ask us anything. A real person in Auckland replies at support@trytangie.com

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What if it doesn't work for me?

Then it costs you nothing. Every order is covered by The Fresh Base Promise: use it before your next few tans, and if the patchy bits aren't easier to shift, email us within 60 days and we'll refund every cent, even if you've used every tube. No forms, no photos, nothing to send back. Honestly, the only way to lose is to keep scrubbing.

How is this different from my tan eraser or mitt?

Erasers mean leaving something on, waiting, then still scrubbing. Mitts mean scrubbing until you're red. Tangie is a gel you rub straight onto dry skin, watch roll up, and rinse off. It's made for the stubborn spots that hang on: knees, elbows, ankles and hands. Plenty of our customers keep their mitt for a full reset and use Tangie for everything in between.

Will it work with my tan?

Yes. Tangie works on your skin, not the tan formula, so it suits any brand: mousse, lotion, drops or spray tan. It works best on tan that's 3 or more days old and starting to go patchy, which is exactly when you need it.

Is it OK for sensitive skin?

It's made to be gentle: no gritty scrub, no mitt, no scrubbing yourself red. It does contain salicylic acid, so patch test first if your skin is sensitive, skip freshly shaved or broken skin, and avoid it if you're allergic to aspirin. Pregnant? Check with your GP or pharmacist first.

How often do I use it?

Once or twice a week, the day before or the day of your tan. It quickly becomes part of tan day, which is why most people who tan regularly go for The Summer Stash: enough to buff before every tan without rationing.

Which bundle should I choose?

It comes down to how often you tan. The Summer Stash (3 tubes, $23 a tube) is the one we recommend if you tan regularly, and you save $48. The Full Season (5 tubes) is the lowest price at $18 a tube, and you save $105. Just want to try it? The Touch-Up is one tube for $39. Every option ships free and is covered by The Fresh Base Promise.

Is the Tang-o-ween price really ending?

Yes. Tang-o-ween pricing ends 31 October at 11:59pm NZDT. From 1 November, The Summer Stash goes to $79 and The Full Season to $110. The Touch-Up stays at $39.

How does shipping work?

Every order ships free and tracked to NZ and AU. Your tracking link lands in your inbox the moment your order leaves us, so you'll always know exactly where your Tangie is. Anything arrives damaged or leaking? Email us and we'll send a replacement, free.

Who's behind Tangie?

Tangie is a small business owned and run out of Auckland, New Zealand. We started it because tan removal was the worst bit of tan day, and every product promised the world and still left us scrubbing. So we keep it honest: real instructions, real ingredients, and a guarantee that actually pays out.

Still unsure?

Ask us anything. A real person in Auckland replies at support@trytangie.com

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