Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Vita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion versus Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer .
Published on September 20, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Tanning
Products used to change the tone of one's skin.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Price
Ingredient Info
Vita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion 31 ingredients
Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer 19 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Vita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion 31 ingredients
Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer 19 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Vita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion 31 ingredients
Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer 19 ingredients
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water • Glycerin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Dihydroxyacetone • Cetyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate • Ceteareth-20 • Dimethicone • Saccharide Isomerate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Stem Extract • Rubus Idaeus Extract • Punica Granatum Extract • Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract • Cucumis Sativus Extract • Hamamelis Virginiana Extract • Fucus Vesiculosus Extract • Carica Papaya Fruit Extract • Vitis Vinifera Juice Extract • Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract • Propylene Glycol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Panthenol • Hydrolyzed Silk • Sodium Citrate • Citric Acid • Hyaluronic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Disodium EDTA
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • Cetearyl Alcohol • Butylene Glycol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Sodium Hyaluronate • Chondrus Crispus Extract • Codium Tomentosum Extract • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Isohexadecane • Glyceryl Behenate • Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3 • Ceteareth-20 • Xanthan Gum • Polysorbate 80 • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholVita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 3.
Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Ceteareth-20 is an emulsifier and cleansing agent. It is derived from cetearyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol.
As an emulsifier, Ceteareth-20 prevents oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant. Surfactants help gather oil, pollution, and dirt to be washed away.
Vita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 7.
Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.
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.
Vita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 8.
Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer 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.
Vita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 29.
Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 18.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Vita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion contains this as ingredient number 30.
Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 19.
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Vita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion 31 ingredients
Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer 19 ingredients
Usage
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Vita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion 31 ingredients
Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer 19 ingredients
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