Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of COLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner versus L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion .
Published on June 05, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both tanning. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and parabens
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Ingredient Info
COLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner 41 ingredients
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion 33 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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COLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner 41 ingredients
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion 33 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
COLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner 41 ingredients
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion 33 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Dihydroxyacetone • Propylene Glycol • Butylene Glycol • Alcohol Denat. • Phenoxyethanol • Ppg-26-Buteth-26 • Parfum • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Xanthan Gum • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Imidazolidinyl Urea • Caprylic Acid • DMDM Hydantoin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Troxerutin • Ethylparaben • Methylparaben • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf • Benzophenone-4 • Maltodextrin • Tetrasodium EDTA • CI 19140 • Propylparaben • CI 16035 • CI 28440 • Arachis Hypogaea Oil • Zea Mays Germ Oil • CI 42090 • BHA • Propyl Gallate • Juglans Regia Seed Oil • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Benzyl Salicylate • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Coumarin • Geraniol • Hexyl Cinnamal • Limonene • Linalool
Water • Glycerin • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Dihydroxyacetone • Alcohol Denat. • Propylene Glycol • Cyclohexasiloxane • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Cetyl Alcohol • Peg-100 Stearate • Glyceryl Stearate • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Honey • Dimethicone • Tri-C14-15 Alkyl Citrate • Tocopherol • Methylparaben • Xanthan Gum • Ethylparaben • Disodium EDTA • Polysorbate 80 • Linalool • Benzyl Salicylate • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Sorbitan Oleate • Hexyl Cinnamal • Hydroxycitronellal • Citronellol • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Coumarin • Limonene • Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 1.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 2.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 DihydroxyacetoneCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 3.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion 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 GlycolCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 4.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.COLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 6.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 5.
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.
COLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 7.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 12.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 9.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 33.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 11.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 19.
Ethylparaben is a preservative, is a paraben, and is not reef safe.
COLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 18.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 20.
Methylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 19.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 18.
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone is a fragrance. It can be synthetically created or naturally occurring.
The scent of Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone is described as "flowery" but can also be "woody".
Naturally occurring Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone may be found in Saccharomyces cerevisiae, or the yeast used to make wine and bread.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about Alpha-Isomethyl IononeCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 34.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 30.
Benzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 35.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 24.
Butylphenyl Methylpropional is a synthetic fragrance. You might know it as "lilial". The scent of this ingredient is floral-like and similar to the scent of lily flowers.
In March of 2022, the EU banned this ingredient in both rinse-off and leave-on products. This is because research found Butylphenyl Methylpropional to disrupt fertility in rats.
This ingredient is also a known EU allergen, meaning it is likely to cause an allergic reaction. Irritated skin can be damaging.
We always recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns or questions about this ingredient.
Learn more about Butylphenyl MethylpropionalCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 36.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 25.
Coumarins are a group of substances found naturally in plants. There are over 1300 types of coumarins identified. It has a natural vanilla scent.
Coumarin is an identified EU known allergy, meaning it may cause an allergic reaction when applied to the skin.
In many countries, coumarin is banned as a food additive. However, it can be found in soaps, tobacco products, and some alcohol drinks.
Plants use coumarins as a chemical defense. Some plants that have coumarins include lavender, tonka beans, and yellow clovers.
Learn more about CoumarinCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 37.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 31.
Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 39.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 27.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 40.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 32.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolCOLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner contains this as ingredient number 41.
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 23.
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COLLISTAR Milano Body-Legs Magic Drops - Concentrated Self-Tanner 41 ingredients
L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Lotion 33 ingredients
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