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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of TAN-LUXE The Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion versus Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Self Tanner Body Lotion Medium to Dark Skin .

Published on January 21, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both tanning. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and silicones

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Tanning British Brand United Kingdom
Tanning American Brand United States

Tanning

Products used to change the tone of one's skin.

Tanning

Products used to change the tone of one's skin.

Price

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

AHA
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (6)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Propylene Glycol • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Dihydroxyacetone • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Erythrulose • Melanin • Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil • Lecithin • Caffeine • Palmitoyl Carnitine • Tocopheryl Acetate • Dimethicone • Parfum • Limonene • Geraniol • Hexyl Cinnamal • Benzyl Salicylate • Glycerin • Caramel • Benzophenone-4 • Benzophenone-3 • Tetrasodium EDTA • Benzoic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Dehydroacetic Acid

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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TAN-LUXE The Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.

Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Self Tanner Body Lotion Medium to Dark Skin contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Tanning

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.

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TAN-LUXE The Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion contains this as ingredient number 5.

Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Self Tanner Body Lotion Medium to Dark Skin contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.

Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.

As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.

In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.

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TAN-LUXE The Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion contains this as ingredient number 6.

Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Self Tanner Body Lotion Medium to Dark Skin contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Peg-100 Stearate is an emollient and emulsifier. PEGS are a hydrophilic polyether compound . There are 100 ethylene oxide monomers in Peg-100 Stearate. Peg-100 Stearate is polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid.

Peg-100 Stearate helps keep skin soft by trapping moisture in. It helps prevent oil and water from separating in a product. By binding oil and water, it helps remove dirt and oil to be rinsed away.

TAN-LUXE The Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion contains this as ingredient number 7.

Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Self Tanner Body Lotion Medium to Dark Skin contains this as ingredient number 8.

5
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

TAN-LUXE The Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion contains this as ingredient number 16.

Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Self Tanner Body Lotion Medium to Dark Skin contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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TAN-LUXE The Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion contains this as ingredient number 17.

Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Self Tanner Body Lotion Medium to Dark Skin contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Perfuming, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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TAN-LUXE The Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion contains this as ingredient number 18.

Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Self Tanner Body Lotion Medium to Dark Skin contains this as ingredient number 35.

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What it does: Perfuming, Tonic
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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)-

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TAN-LUXE The Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion contains this as ingredient number 19.

Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Self Tanner Body Lotion Medium to Dark Skin contains this as ingredient number 33.

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What it does: Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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TAN-LUXE The Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion contains this as ingredient number 20.

Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Self Tanner Body Lotion Medium to Dark Skin contains this as ingredient number 34.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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TAN-LUXE The Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion contains this as ingredient number 22.

Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Self Tanner Body Lotion Medium to Dark Skin contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, Masking
Community Rating: Mixed

We don't have a description for Caramel.

TAN-LUXE The Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion contains this as ingredient number 23.

Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Self Tanner Body Lotion Medium to Dark Skin contains this as ingredient number 10.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion contains this as ingredient number 28.

Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Self Tanner Body Lotion Medium to Dark Skin contains this as ingredient number 23.

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17% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
59% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet
11% are loved or liked
5% have mixed ratings
66% are disliked or very disliked
18% have no rating yet

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