St. Tropez Ashley Graham Limited Edition Ultimate Glow Kit Versus Loving Tan 2 HR Express Deluxe Bronzing Mousse - Ultra Dark
Updated on January 14, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe tanning. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
St. Tropez Ashley Graham Limited Edition Ultimate Glow Kit 68 ingredients
Loving Tan 2 HR Express Deluxe Bronzing Mousse 27 ingredients
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St. Tropez Ashley Graham Limited Edition Ultimate Glow Kit 68 ingredients
Loving Tan 2 HR Express Deluxe Bronzing Mousse 27 ingredients
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Water
Skin ConditioningDihydroxyacetone
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCaramel
Cosmetic ColorantButane
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Steareth-21
CleansingIsobutane
Propane
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventCeteareth-25
CleansingSodium C12-18 Alkyl Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Erythrulose
TanningCocos Nucifera Water
MaskingTapioca Starch
Dimethicone
Emollient
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Steareth-2
EmulsifyingSodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Acacia Concinna Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningBalanites Aegyptiaca Fruit Extract
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Melanin
Skin ProtectingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningRosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Gypsophila Paniculata Root Extract
Skin ConditioningTetrasodium EDTA
Disodium EDTA
Fructose
HumectantUrea
Buffering
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingMaltose
MaskingSodium PCA
HumectantSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Lactate
BufferingTrehalose
HumectantAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glucose
HumectantHexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Anise Alcohol
Perfuming
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dihydroxyacetone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caramel, Butane, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Steareth-21, Isobutane, Propane, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Ceteareth-25, Sodium C12-18 Alkyl Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Erythrulose, Cocos Nucifera Water, Tapioca Starch, Dimethicone, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Steareth-2, Sodium Metabisulfite, Acacia Concinna Fruit Extract, Balanites Aegyptiaca Fruit Extract, Panthenol, Melanin, Pentylene Glycol, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Gypsophila Paniculata Root Extract, Tetrasodium EDTA, Disodium EDTA, Fructose, Urea, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Maltose, Sodium PCA, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Lactate, Trehalose, Allantoin, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glucose, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Coumarin, Linalool, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citronellol, Geraniol, Eugenol, Citral, Benzyl Alcohol, Hydroxycitronellal, Anise Alcohol, CI 16035, CI 19140, CI 42090
Water
Skin ConditioningDihydroxyacetone
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethoxydiglycol
HumectantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Erythrulose
TanningHamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningJuglans Nigra Shell Extract
AstringentAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Dimethicone PEG-8 Phosphate
EmollientAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentBenzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dihydroxyacetone, Propylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, Panthenol, Erythrulose, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Decyl Glucoside, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Juglans Nigra Shell Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Parfum, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Sodium Metabisulfite, Dimethicone PEG-8 Phosphate, Alcohol, Citric Acid, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Maltodextrin, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, CI 16035, CI 17200, CI 19140, CI 42090
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterDihydroxyacetone, 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 DihydroxyacetoneParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient 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.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
We don't have a description for Erythrulose yet.
Sodium Metabisulfite is an antioxidant and is a preservative.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidBenzyl 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 SalicylateCoumarins 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 CoumarinCi 16035 is a synthetic dark-red dye. This dye is created from an acid called Allura red AC, an azo dye.
Azo dyes need to be purified thoroughly before use. This makes them more stable and longer lasting.
This dye is commonly used in foods, approved by both the FDA and EFSA.
Learn more about CI 16035CI 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 19140Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
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