Why Pale Aussie Women Keep Turning Green From Self-Tan
Most tan brands use an orange base. We use brown. That's it. That's the fix.
Shop Ultra DarkWhat Makes The Brown Base Different
Four reasons 10,000+ women made the switch
No Green Undertone
Brown base neutralises the green that orange-based tans leave on pale skin. Finally look sun-kissed, not sick.
Streak-Free Formula
Lightweight mousse blends seamlessly into skin. No patches. No streaks. No rookie mistakes.
Fades Evenly
No patchy crocodile skin after day 3. Wears off gradually and naturally — like a real tan would.
Salon-Grade At Home
Same formula professional techs use. Fraction of the price. No appointments. No judgement.
Here's What Big Tan Brands Won't Tell You
You've tried everything.
Different brands. Different shades. Expensive ones. Cheap ones. The ones your friend swore by.
And every single time — that same greenish, orangey tinge staring back at you in the mirror. Looking like you rubbed Cheeto dust on your legs.
Here's what nobody told you: it was never your fault.
It's not your skin. It's not your application. It's not because you "left it on too long."
It's the base colour of the tan itself.
Most tan brands use an orange or red base in their formula. Why? It's cheaper to manufacture. Looks fine on olive and medium skin tones.
But on pale skin? That orange base reacts with your undertones. The result? Green. Every. Single. Time.
It's basic colour theory. And most brands ignore it because reformulating costs money.
We didn't ignore it.
Same skin. One is tanned with a brown base. See the difference?
A brown base works differently.
Instead of clashing with pale undertones, it blends with them.
The result? A tan that actually looks like you've been on holiday.
Not like you've been sick.
It's why 10,000+ pale Aussie women made the switch.
And why they're not going back.
What 10,000+ Women Are Saying
"One of if not THE BEST tan I've ever used! It's super natural yet so dark. Doesn't go streaky and no tiger bread — fades like a dream. Will definitely be repurchasing 💗💗💗"
"Love it! Great scent, easy to apply, great colour and doesn't leave tiger bread marks. Lasts approx 5-7 days."
"I read some conflicting reviews about this product after ordering it so I was really worried to try it myself. I wanted to try this tan because I'm sick of picking between looking sickly green, orange or barely tanned at all with violet base. This product resulted in a really cool toned brown tan, nice and deep in colour and very hydrating. I sleep in it overnight and love the results. The product is very wet so a little bit goes a long way and it is forgiving on dry areas, I don't even moisturise my knees or armpits and they tanned evenly. Consider me loyal to this tan from now on."
"At first I was a little iffy. I've been using Bondi Sands and others for ages and they never seemed to last past 3 days. When I applied this tan it was sticky at first but honestly THE BEST tan I've ever used. I'm on day 3 and it's still so dark and no patches or streaks. I'm so happy with this purchase, will be buying again and 100% recommend."
"The perfect TAN!!! I have tanned for 10 years and this is the best by far. Smells so nice, so quick to dry and doesn't go patchy like others. Literally the best, I have bought 5 so far."
"I love this tan! It goes on even and smells amazing!! I did two coats and didn't want to wash it off. So dark, such a gorgeous colour 🤎"
"I hate the smell of spray tans and the colour is always not right. This tan was an amazing colour, natural looking and no smell. I did have small transfer under my arms but that is to be expected with all the dancing. Would recommend 100%."
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She Spent 13 Years Turning Orange, Green & Crusty. So She Made Her Own.
Meet Indi. Paper white. Freckly. And absolutely sick of looking like a sick Oompa Loompa every time she tried to tan.
Her first tan was Dove Gradual Tanner. She wore it to her Year 10 semi-formal. She turned so orange her friends still bring it up.
That was 13 years ago. Since then, she's tried everything — Bondi Sands, Loving Tan, high-end salon brands, cheap pharmacy brands. Every shade. Every formula.
The result? Always the same. Orange. Green. Crusty. Patchy. Hit and miss, every single time.
"Being paper white, every undertone shows up on my skin. Orange base? I go orange. Violet base? I go grey. Every tan on the market was made for olive skin — not for girls like me."
So she decided to make one herself.
12 months of testing. Dozens of failed batches. There was a point where she almost gave up completely — even looked at turning Romiie into a cosmetics brand instead.
Then the brown base sample arrived.
And everything changed.
It was darker than any tan she'd ever tried. It didn't turn green. It didn't turn orange. It looked like an actual tan — not a fake glow, but the kind you'd get after two weeks in Bali.
She documented the whole thing on TikTok. When she posted the first swatch of the brown base formula, her DMs exploded. Everyone wanted it.
Romiie wasn't made in a boardroom. It was made in a Brisbane bathroom by a pale girl who was sick of looking sick.
That's the difference.
Ultra Dark
Salon-strength. Brown base. Actually dark.
250ml • 5+ Full Body Applications • Ships in 24hrs
Everything You Need To Know
Before you buy, during your tan, and after.
Most customers get 6-7 days of wear. Some have reported their tan still looking fresh after 2 weeks — it depends on your skin type and how well you follow the aftercare tips.
The key? Moisturise daily with an oil-free lotion and avoid long hot showers.
Yes! While we designed Romiie specifically to solve the "pale skin turning green" problem, the brown base formula works beautifully on all skin tones.
The difference? On pale skin you'll finally get a natural bronze instead of green. On olive/medium skin you'll get a deeper, richer tan without the orange.
Ultra Dark: Higher strength DHA for a deep, dark tan. Perfect if you want that "just came back from Bali" look.
Choc Dark: Lighter formula for a more subtle, light-to-medium glow. Great for beginners or if you prefer a natural sun-kissed look.
Both use our signature brown base formula — so no green on either.
24 Hours Before:
- Exfoliate thoroughly with a mitt or scrub
- Shave or wax at least 24 hours prior
- Moisturise dry areas (elbows, knees, ankles, wrists)
Right Before Applying:
- Cool shower, completely dry skin
- No lotions, perfumes, or deodorants
- Use a tanning mitt for streak-free results
- Start with less product and build up
Pro Tip:
Want it even darker? Go for 2 coats. For the darkest results, use latex gloves instead of a mitt.
Leave it on for at least 6-8 hours while it develops. Most people apply before bed and rinse in the morning.
First rinse: Lukewarm water only — no soap! Pat dry gently. Your tan will continue developing over the next 24 hours.
Don't apply deodorant, lotions, or perfumes until 12 hours after your first rinse.
- Moisturise daily with an oil-free lotion
- Avoid long hot showers and baths
- Pat dry after showers — don't rub
- Use gentle body wash
- Limit time in pools and ocean (chlorine and salt fade your tan)
This is important: Spoiled tan = green or weak results.
- Keep in a cool, dry place — avoid steamy bathrooms
- Fridge is recommended for long-term storage
- No direct sunlight — it spoils the formula
- Never leave it in the car — it will literally cook
- Shake well before each use
We ship Australia-wide with Australia Post.
- Standard: 1-10 business days
- Express: 1-3 business days
Order 2 or more bottles and shipping is FREE.
When you're ready for a fresh application, use a tan eraser and exfoliate gently with a mitt.
Questions? Reach out at hello@romiie.com.au
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