Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist versus Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer .
Published on June 21, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe tanning. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist 25 ingredients
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer 27 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 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist 25 ingredients
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer 27 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist 25 ingredients
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer 27 ingredients
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
Water • Urea • Ethoxydiglycol • Glycolic Acid • Glycerin • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Sodium Hydroxide • Phenoxyethanol • Ascorbic Acid • Panthenol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Aloe Barbadensis Extract • Calendula Officinalis Flower Oil • Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract • Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil • Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract • Punica Granatum Extract • Sodium Chloride • Tetrasodium EDTA • Parfum • Hexyl Cinnamal • Limonene • Linalool • Geraniol • Hydroxycitronellal • Sodium Benzoate
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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 WaterSt. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 2.
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilSt. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 5.
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 GlycerinSt. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 6.
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 EthoxydiglycolSt. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 7.
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 9.
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 LinaloolSt. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 12.
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer contains this as ingredient number 24.
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 CinnamalSt. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 13.
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 LimoneneSt. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 19.
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer contains this as ingredient number 23.
Geraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolSt. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist contains this as ingredient number 21.
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer contains this as ingredient number 25.
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St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist 25 ingredients
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer 27 ingredients
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St. Tropez Self Tan Dark Bronzing Mist 25 ingredients
Tanologist Tan Eraser + Primer 27 ingredients
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