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How To Use Tan When You Have Senistive, Hormonal, Psoriasis or Ezcema Prone Skin.

Lorraine Corcoran

Last Updated: 20th June, 2025

If you’re here because fake tan has never agreed with your skin: welcome. You’re not alone, and you’re absolutely in the right place.


When I created Bloom, it wasn’t to compete with the usual tanning brands. It was to fill a gap they’d all been ignoring for years:


Skin that doesn’t behave.

Skin that flares, flakes, stings, and reacts to everything.


The kind of skin that makes you second-guess every product you use.

The kind of skin most tan brands quietly pretend doesn’t exist.


I’ve worked in skincare formulation for over a decade. And over the years, I’ve spoken to hundreds of women who love the idea of a glow, but dread the aftermath. Tightness. Breakouts. Inflamed patches. Or that dusty, patchy fade that leaves your skin looking worse than before.


So we built Bloom differently. And more importantly: we taught women how to use it properly.

Meet Aisling:


Aisling has eczema-prone skin that reacts to practically everything.

She was convinced she’d just have to “sit out” the self-tan trend.


But after testing Bloom Gradual Tanning Crème and making a few small changes to her routine; she found her skin could finally handle it.


No itching. No clinging. No post-tan regret.


Here’s what worked for her—and what works for so many of our Bloom customers:

Here's What The Experts

Are Saying About Bloom:

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★★★★★
"Honestly, I thought my tanning days were done. I’ve psoriasis on my arms and legs and anything with scent or alcohol has me in bits. But I gave Bloom a go ‘cos I follow Nyrah and trust their skincare — and I swear, it’s the first time I’ve tanned and not woken up scratchin’. It goes on like a moisturiser, there’s no stink off it, and it fades properly without all them mad scaly bits. Game-changer for me."
Alison Murtagh Verified Verified
★★★★★
"My skin is touchy at the best of times. I can’t even use half the body creams in Boots, never mind tan. But this didn’t sting, didn’t cling, didn’t do anything weird — just made me look a bit more alive, to be honest 😂 I used the gradual one and it’s just enough to take the edge off the ghost legs. Would 100% recommend to any girl who’s spent years throwing out half-used bottles."
Shauna Kinsella Verified Verified
★★★★★
I usually buy a tan, use it once, and then it sits in the press until it goes off. But Bloom is the first one I’ve actually used every week. I’ve three kids, a full-time job, and skin that acts up if the wind changes — but this doesn’t annoy it. No itch, no smell, no tango hands. And I can whack it on after the shower like moisturiser. For once I don’t look grey on a Monday. Love it."
Ciara Doolan Verified Verified
★★★★★
"As a skincare professional, I’m deeply fussy about what I put on my own skin—especially when it comes to tanning. Most tans are just glorified bronzing agents that wreck the barrier. I’ve trialled it on clients with reactive, post-treatment skin and used it myself after microneedling and waxing. No redness. No flare-ups. If you work in beauty and deal with sensitive skin daily, you’ll know how rare this is."
Niamh O’Callaghan Verified Verified
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Step 1: Ditch the Grainy Scrubs


You don’t need to scrub your skin raw to make tan “stick.”


If your skin barrier is already compromised (which it likely is if you have psoriasis, eczema or hormonal reactivity), using a rough exfoliator the night before tanning is like asking for a flare-up.


Instead:

• Use a gentle exfoliating mitt without pressure

• Or better: skip physical exfoliants and moisturise consistently for a few days beforehand. Hydrated skin takes tan better than stripped skin.

Step 2: Choose a Formula That Thinks Like Skincare


Most tans are alcohol-heavy, full of synthetic scent, and designed to dry fast. That’s fine for oily, twenty-something skin. Not for yours.


Bloom uses:

• Glycerin to pull moisture in

• Aloe Vera to calm irritation

• Vitamin E to support healing

• And zero harsh preservatives, artificial fragrance, or drying alcohols


Whether you use the Gradual Crème or the Mousse, it’s skincare first; tan second.

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    Step 3: Apply Like Moisturiser


    Here’s what Aisling does:


    • She applies Bloom Gradual Tanning Crème 2–3 times a week after showering

    • She treats it like a body moisturiser: light layers, gentle application, no stress

    • She avoids sensitive areas (inner arms, neck creases) on flare-up days

    • And she follows up with fragrance-free body balm on the off days to keep the glow even


    It’s not a rush job before a night out. It’s a rhythm. And that’s what makes it work.

    Step 4: Listen to Your Skin, Not the Bottle


    If something tells you to apply every night for 3 nights; don’t.

    If your skin is feeling dry, patchy, or inflamed: pause.

    If you’re flaring up, moisturise first, tan later.


    The best results come when you treat tanning like part of your skincare routine. Not a shortcut to glow.

    The Results? A Tan That Actually Works With Your Skin


    Aisling doesn’t have to choose between comfort and confidence anymore.


    And neither should you.


    Whether you have psoriasis on your elbows, eczema behind your knees, or skin that just doesn’t trust tan anymore; Bloom was made to support, not stress, your skin.

    FOUNDER

    A note from the founder

    Hiya everyone,


    I’ve spent over 20 years as a mechanical engineer in research and development: so when it comes to formulating skincare that genuinely works, I know my stuff. I’ve brought that same science-first mindset to Nyrah.


    Every ingredient in our range is hand-picked with your skin and the planet in mind. I wanted skincare that’s powerful and safe; luxurious without compromising ethics or efficacy. So we made sure everything is:

    • 100% plant-based & vegan; no animal testing

    • Paraben-, sulfate- and filler-free

    • Gentle enough for every skin type, tone, and gender


    We’re proudly made in Mayo, sustainably sourced, and transparently formulated. Because clean skincare should be simple, honest; and exactly as it should be. 💙


    Lorraine Corcoran x

    Frequently Asked Questions -


    Not like traditional tans. Bloom applies like a hydrating body cream and wears like skincare. With consistent use (and a little prep), it blends evenly and fades gently—no crusty elbows, no tiger knees.

    Yes. Bloom was formulated with sensitive, reactive, and barrier-compromised skin in mind. It contains no drying alcohols, synthetic fragrances, or harsh preservatives—just barrier-loving ingredients like glycerin, aloe vera, and vitamin E. As always, we recommend patch testing if you’re in the middle of a flare-up.

    No. We’ve kept the scent clean and subtle, and completely free from synthetic perfume. You might catch a hint of the natural ingredients during application, but it won’t linger on skin or clothes.

    The Gradual Crème is lightweight and buildable; perfect for daily or every-other-day use.

    The Mousse gives a richer result in a single application and develops faster. Both are made with skin-calming ingredients and designed not to cling, sting, or dry you out.

    Ditch the grainy scrub. We recommend moisturising daily in the lead-up to application and using a gentle mitt (or none at all) to remove any residue. Focus on hydrating the skin; not stripping it.

    Absolutely. DHA (Dihydroxyacetone) has decades of safe use in cosmetics. It creates a tan by reacting with surface skin proteins; without entering the bloodstream or triggering melanin production.

    It depends on your routine and skin type, but most customers get 5–7 days of even wear from a single application of the mousse. The gradual tan can be maintained indefinitely with top-ups. And unlike most tans, Bloom fades gracefully.

    Bloom is free from retinoids, and synthetic fragrance, and we’ve kept the ingredients as clean and calming as possible. That said, always consult your healthcare provider for advice specific to you.

    Right here in Ireland, by people who’ve been working with reactive skin for over a decade. We don’t white-label or outsource; we make skincare-led products, in-house, with full control over every ingredient.

    Nope. Bloom dries down quickly and doesn’t contain heavy bronzing agents, so you won’t wake up to orange pillowcases or streaky pyjamas. Just give it 5–10 minutes to fully absorb before getting dressed.

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