Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Cocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium versus St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist .
Published on April 13, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe tanning. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Cocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium 19 ingredients
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist 25 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Cocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium 19 ingredients
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist 25 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Cocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium 19 ingredients
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist 25 ingredients
Water • Alcohol Denat. • Butane • Isobutane • Propane • Dihydroxyacetone • Propylene Glycol • Ethoxydiglycol • Sodium Citrate • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Phenoxyethanol • Polysorbate 20 • Parfum • Citric Acid • Dimethyl Isosorbide • Ethylhexylglycerin • CI 16035 • CI 19140 • CI 42090
Dimethyl Ether • Water • Alcohol Denat. • Dihydroxyacetone • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Glycerin • Ethoxydiglycol • Propylene Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters • Tocopherol • Linalool • Hexyl Cinnamal • Benzyl Salicylate • Caprylyl Glycol • Decylene Glycol • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Citronellol • Limonene • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Geraniol • Coumarin • CI 14700 • CI 19140 • CI 42090
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterCocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium contains this as ingredient number 1.
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 2.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.
Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.
One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.
Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.Cocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium contains this as ingredient number 2.
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dihydroxyacetone, or DHA, is a simple sugar. It is frequently used in self-tanning products.
DHA binds to the amino acids in your dead skin cells to create a brown/orange color. Darkening begins to kick in a few hours after application and will continue to develop for up to 3 days. This ingredient can be drying.
Both the US and the EU have approved DHA in self-tanning products. In the EU, DHA is allowed at a maximum concentration of 10%. Most tanning products usually contain amounts between 3-5%.
If you are pregnant or have underlying medical conditions, it is best to speak with a dermatologist about using self-tanning products.
Learn more about DihydroxyacetoneCocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium contains this as ingredient number 6.
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 4.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolCocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium contains this as ingredient number 7.
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 8.
Ethoxydiglycol is a synthetic solvent.
Solvents are used to keep ingredients together in a product. They can help dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
Ethoxydiglycol also helps deliver other key ingredients into the skin.
Learn more about EthoxydiglycolCocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium contains this as ingredient number 8.
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 7.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Cocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium contains this as ingredient number 11.
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 9.
Ci 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Cocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium contains this as ingredient number 18.
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 24.
Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
Cocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium contains this as ingredient number 19.
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 25.
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Cocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium 19 ingredients
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist 25 ingredients
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Cocoa Brown 1 Hour Tan Mousse - Original Medium 19 ingredients
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist 25 ingredients
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