Accelerator K (Australian Gold) - Carrot extract tanning accelerator for a tropical tan

Accelerator K helps you tan faster and darker on a sunbed. Its carrot concentrate gives deeper, natural-looking results: the Triple Carrot Blend supports, nourishes and softens the skin. Biosine Complex, the brand’s signature ingredient, soothes, softens and moisturises the skin for a better tan and more comfort during your session.

The better cared for and nourished your skin is, the deeper and longer-lasting your tan. That’s why the formula pairs carrot with oils, vitamins and aloe vera. Accelerator K is one of Australian Gold’s iconic products (Iconic Kickstart Products range).

Accelerator K contains no bronzers and no SPF: it is designed for sunbeds and can be used outdoors when the sun is at its weakest.

• Triple Carrot Blend: carrot seed oil, carrot root extract and carrot water. Carrot is a source of beta-carotene (provitamin A), a natural colour booster, for a deep, tropical tan.
• Biosine Complex: Australian Gold’s exclusive complex, rich in nutrients and moisturising ingredients, used as the base of every product in the Iconic collection. It gives skin maximum hydration.
• Kakadu plum: the world’s richest source of vitamin C. This Australian fruit protects, nourishes and brightens the skin.
• Skin Softening Blend: sweet almond, coconut and safflower oils, vitamins and aloe vera. This blend helps rejuvenate the skin, targets fine lines and wrinkles and leaves skin radiant.
• Tea tree oil: naturally fights after-tan odours (Tan Fresh formula).
• Panthenol (provitamin B5) and vitamin E: included in the formula alongside olive oil.

The full ingredient list (INCI) is shown in its own section on this page.

Apply Accelerator K to clean, dry skin before your tanning session, in a thin, even layer all over your body. This non-greasy lotion absorbs quickly and doesn’t feel sticky. Wash your hands after application. Stick to the session time recommended by your salon to avoid burning.

The 15ml sachet lets you try the product or take it with you to the salon. The 250ml bottle suits regular use.

Both Australian Gold accelerators share the same Cocoa Dreams fragrance. The big difference is bronzers.

• Accelerator K (bronzer-free): ideal for your first sessions and for fair skin, while you build your tan.
• Accelerator Extreme (with DHA): ideal for olive skin or skin that’s already well tanned. DHA doesn’t create colour, it transforms it: a tan that has gone dull takes on a deeper, more coppery tone.

Does Accelerator K contain bronzers?

No. Accelerator K contains no DHA: the colour comes from your own tan, which develops faster during your session thanks to the carrot concentrate.

Does Accelerator K protect against the sun?

No. Accelerator K contains no UV filter (no SPF). It is not sun protection: it is designed for sunbeds and can be used outdoors when the sun is at its weakest.

Why is there carrot in a tanning accelerator?

Carrot is rich in beta-carotene, a natural colour booster. Accelerator K concentrates three forms of it (root extract, seed oil and carrot water) for a natural, intense tan.

What’s the difference between Australian Gold Accelerator and Accelerator K?

Accelerator K is the carrot-enriched version of Accelerator: its Triple Carrot Blend concentrate (carrot extract, oil and water) gives a deep, tropical tan, fast.

What does Accelerator K smell like?

Australian Gold’s Cocoa Dreams fragrance, the same as Accelerator Extreme. The Tan Fresh formula and tea tree oil fight after-tan odours.