The perfect glow starts before foundation and this is non-negotiable. This means two things: healthy skin and sun-kissed skin. But it can only be healthy if there’s no sun exposure! So, we’ve done the homework for you, so you don’t have to find all the answers yourself.
At Qudos® Beauty, we believe radiant skin is the ultimate canvas. Whether you’re going for a natural day look or full glam, the secret behind makeup that truly looks like a polished version of yourself often starts well before your primer. Here’s where we have one keyword for you: the power of fake tan.
We’re seeing a new wave of synergy between makeup and tanning routines, and it’s no surprise. A healthy-looking, even glow creates the ideal base, helps define facial features naturally, and even allows for a lighter makeup hand, because skin already looks sculpted and sun-kissed. The perfect cheat for a natural, no-makeup look, may we add.
Why Fake Tan and Makeup Make the Dream Team
If you’ve ever wondered whether you should tan before or after applying makeup, here’s our take: a good fake tan is like the invisible veil beneath your foundation. It boosts skin tone, balances out pigmentation, and enhances your complexion, so your foundation, bronzer, and highlighter work withyour skin tone, not against it.
But here’s the catch: not all fake tans are makeup-friendly, and the majority are not clean formulas. So, you could be at risk of clogged pores, irritated skin over time, and worst of all—patchiness!
Introducing UGlow Tan: The Tan That Works With Your Makeup, Not Against It
(Clean formula, no patchiness!)
We’re beyond excited to soon reveal a new partnership with British tanning brand UGlow Tan—a brand that shares our passion for clean, innovative beauty with real results.
Their hero product? A gradual tanning water that glides on like skincare, delivers an even, streak-free glow, and fades naturally, no patchiness, no drama. Perfect for the face and body, it creates a radiant undertone that pairs magically with our Qudos Beauty Face Synergy Puffs… do we even have to explain this?!
What makes UGlow Tan truly special:
• Clean formula with skin-loving ingredients
• Non-patchy, even fade, no orange tones here
• Gradual results, so you’re always in control of your glow
• Designed to work seamlessly under makeup
Why This Collaboration Makes So Much Sense
Our customers already trust Qudos Beauty for high-performance, luxury makeup staples that don’t let them down. We’re maintaining that high bar with this introduction to tanning via UGlow, taking the makeup routine to a whole new level, and introducing layers that encourage a more natural approach. A more confident you, with or without makeup.
And because both brands are founded in the UK and led by women who obsess over formula quality and performance, the partnership feels like a natural fit.
Stay tuned for more about UGlow, their celebrity client base and brand advocates, upcoming in-person and online events, and continued summer looks all year round!