I applied this twice a day (as I was in and out of the sea a lot) during a weeks holiday in the Canaries. I didn't burn once and got a lovely colour that's still lasting 4 weeks later - result! I recommend keeping away from your eyes (use a stick instead) as sweat causes it to run into your eyes and sting. The smell is minimal and not at all offensive (unlike a similar rival product that smells like strong oily chemicals) and the clear gel-like liquid makes it easy to apply. As long as it's protecting me too (which I'm hoping it is) then I thoroughly recommend this product.

Reviewed in London on 28 May 2025

I have used this, and the Factor 10 once-a-day product for a number of years and have never been let down by its superior protection - even in Caribbean sunshine. It is easy to incorporate into a daily showering regime and I am confident that it will keep me covered all day. I love the ease of application and that it doesn't feel greasy or stain clothing.

Reviewed in Wiltshire on 06 May 2025

I tried the 15 SPF once a day tan & protect on a recent holiday to Tenerife (April) I thought it was an unusual consistency when I first started using it. But easy to apply. I applied liberally, wanting to make sure it was on correct. You do need to use more than average I would say, compared to say a lotion or a dry mist The major test was a day in Siam park, with 4-5 hours spent in the sun/water/sheltered queues around an hour shaded lunch break. I could still feel that there was protection there, which was very impressive considering the aggressiveness of when you get blasted by and land in the water on the rides (of which I must have gone on around 15 across the day - go on a Sunday if you want a tip, seems to be reasonable) I used it throughout the rest of the holiday on my body. I noticed that if you try to reapply, it does not seem to go very well at all, and you get sort of bits forming, which i suppose is telling you that the protection is still there The 15 SPF protection is a bit low for sustained sunbathing. I have ordered 25 SPF for next time, but will probably use a non-once a day variety and re-apply after a pool session!

Reviewed in United Kingdom on 20 April 2024

Switched a few years ago to this product after paying lots more. Love how it goes on the skin smoothly and protects all day. Lovely deep golden tan that seems to last longer. The price is right too.

Reviewed in Sheffield on 27 November 2023

This product is amazing (once you’ve got past the initial “smell” !!) does exactly what it says in the tin..protects you all day..it’s as good but lots cheaper than other once a day lotions I’ve been using it for years and have never burned once ..even in very high temperatures..I’ve tried to persuade others to use it but they don’t seem to think it can be any good!!! IT IS & I go a lovely colour..wouldn’t use anything else

Reviewed in Bolton Lancashire on 27 June 2023

This product is amazing (once you’ve got past the initial “smell” !!) does exactly what it says in the tin..protects you all day..it’s as good but lots cheaper than other once a day lotions I’ve been using it for years and have never burned once ..even in very high temperatures..I’ve tried to persuade others to use it but they don’t seem to think it can be any good!!! IT IS & I go a lovely colour..wouldn’t use anything else

Reviewed in Bolton Lancashire on 27 June 2023

Easy to apply - gave my wife and I a great deep tan, loved the fact we could apply at the start of the day and lasted and protected us well all day, even though we were in and out of the swimming pool. No burning whatsoever ! Ordered in the afternoon and the two products were delivered next day - at a very competitive price - postage was free - Bonus! Thank you - have used your company twice now and will continue doing so in the forseeable future.

Reviewed in Higham Ferrers Northamptobshire on 21 June 2023

Love Calypso once a day, easy to apply, doesn’t leave any marks on clothing, very effective. And a very good price too. Normally start off with 20 and then progress to 15 once tan is established. Would definitely recommend

Reviewed in United Kingdom on 19 June 2023

I love that you put it on in the morning and can forget about it all day but DO remember to put plenty on EVERYWHERE! Doesn’t dry your skin out..leaves it feeling soft and silky It’s very reasonably priced compared to other ONCE A DAY products I’ve used CALYPSO for years and never had a problem…would (& do)recommend it to everyone ! Give it a go..you won’t be disappointed! (or sunburnt!)

Reviewed in Bolton on 06 June 2023

One of the best suncream on the market. My family burn very easily and did two weeks in Florida without a single burn. Rubs in easily and doesn't leave any greasiness.

10 August 2022