Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops versus St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist .
Published on April 12, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe tanning. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops 25 ingredients
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist 21 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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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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
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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TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops 25 ingredients
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist 21 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops 25 ingredients
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist 21 ingredients
Water • Dihydroxyacetone • Alcohol Denat. • Glycerin • Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil • Hydrolyzed Silk • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Polysorbate 80 • Erythrulose • Caramel • Xanthan Gum • Parfum • Limonene • Geraniol • Hexyl Cinnamal • Benzyl Salicylate • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Lecithin • Caffeine • Tocopheryl Acetate • Palmitoyl Carnitine • Sodium Hydroxide • Benzoic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Dehydroacetic Acid
Water • Dihydroxyacetone • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Phenoxyethanol • Benzyl Alcohol • Glycerin • Saccharide Isomerate • Citrus Nobilis Fruit Extract • Sodium Metabisulfite • Parfum • Panthenol • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Linalool • Butylene Glycol • Limonene • Hexyl Cinnamal • Citronellol • Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • Potassium Sorbate
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 WaterTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 1.
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 DihydroxyacetoneTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 2.
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 GlycerinTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 4.
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 ParfumTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 12.
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 LimoneneTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 13.
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 CinnamalTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 15.
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist contains this as ingredient number 16.
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.
TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 24.
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist contains this as ingredient number 4.
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TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops 25 ingredients
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist 21 ingredients
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TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops 25 ingredients
St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist 21 ingredients
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