Vita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion Versus Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and 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 anti aging and 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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Ingredient Info
Vita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion 31 ingredients
Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer 19 ingredients
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Vita Liberata Gradual Tanning Lotion 31 ingredients
Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dihydroxyacetone
Skin ConditioningCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Saccharide Isomerate
HumectantButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Humectant
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Callus Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningRubus Idaeus Extract
Skin ProtectingPunica Granatum Extract
AstringentGinkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCucumis Sativus Extract
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Fucus Vesiculosus Extract
Emollient
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Juice Extract
Antioxidant
Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Silk
HumectantSodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
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 Callus Culture 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
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Codium Tomentosum Extract
Skin ProtectingHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Isohexadecane
EmollientGlyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3
Skin ConditioningCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, 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 Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 AlcoholCeteareth-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.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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.
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