Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops versus TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark .
Published on February 23, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe tanning. They have a total of 19 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
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
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark 19 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
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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TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops 25 ingredients
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark 19 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
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark 19 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 • Alcohol Denat. • Glycerin • Erythrulose • Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Caramel • Tocopheryl Acetate • Xanthan Gum • Polysorbate 80 • Parfum • Limonene • Geraniol • Hexyl Cinnamal • Benzyl Salicylate • Sodium Hydroxide • Benzoic Acid • Dehydroacetic Acid
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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.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark 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.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark 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.TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 3.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 4.
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil is created from the seeds of the raspberry fruit. Raspberries are native to northern Europe and Asia.
Raspberry seed oil is an emollient with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is rich in fatty acids, tocopherols, flavonoids, Vitamin C, and Vitamin E.
As an emollient, raspberry seed oil helps hydrate your skin. Emollients prevent moisture from evaporating by creating a film on top.
Learn more about Rubus Idaeus Seed OilTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 5.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 6.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 7.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 7.
Polysorbate 80 is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is used to keep ingredients together, and prevent oils and waters from separating.
It is made from polyethoxylated sorbitan and oleic acid. This ingredient can be found in cosmetics, foods, and medicine. It is water-soluble.
Polysorbate 80 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 80TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 8.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 11.
We don't have a description for Erythrulose.
TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 9.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 5.
We don't have a description for Caramel.
TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 10.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 GumTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 11.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 10.
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.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 12.
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.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 GeraniolTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 14.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 14.
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.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 SalicylateTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 16.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 16.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 20.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 9.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 22.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 17.
Benzoic Acid is used to preserve and adjust the pH of products.
The antimicrobial property of Benzoic Acid helps elongate a product's shelf life. Its main role is to reduce fungi growth and is not found to be effective at fighting bacteria. Therefore Benzoic Acid is always added along with other preservatives.
In its pure form, Benzoic Acid looks like a white crystalline solid. It has slight solubility in water.
The name of Benzoic Acid comes from gum benzoin, which used to be the sole source of deriving this ingredient. Benzoic Acid is the most simple aromatic carboxylic acid.
Benzoic Acid is naturally occuring in strawberries, mustard, cinnamon, and cloves. It has a slight scent but is not considered to be a fragrance.
Learn more about Benzoic AcidTAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 23.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 18.
Dehydroacetic Acid is fungicide and bactericide. It is used as a preservative in cosmetics. Preservatives help elongate the shelf life of a product.
Dehydroacetic Acid is not soluble in water.
TAN-LUXE The Body Illuminating Self Tan Drops contains this as ingredient number 25.
TAN-LUXE The Face - Illuminating Self-Tan Drops Medium/Dark contains this as ingredient number 19.
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