Works for
MoisturizingCetearyl alcohol, Glycerin + 3 moreWorks
“The lightweight lotion combines skincare benefits along with a daily dose of faux glow to hydrate and soothe your skin whilst giving you a natural tan.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, isopropyl myristate.
Anti-agingAloe barbadensis leaf juiceNot delivered
“Repeated exposure of unprotected skin while tanning may increase the risk of skin ageing and skin cancer.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Exfoliate and prep skin 24hrs before application using Skinny Tan's Miracle Tan Eraser and Skinny Tan's Exfoliating Mitt. 2.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cetearyl alcohol~5.9–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholDihydroxyacetone~3.9–5.9%
Glycerin~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinIsopropyl myristate~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.8–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCeteareth-20~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Parfum~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPeg-20 stearate~1–1.5%
Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerXanthan gum~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.95%
Citric acid~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPaullinia cupana seed extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceMaltodextrin~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Dihydroxyacetone, Glycerin, Isopropyl myristate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ceteareth-20, Parfum, Peg-20 stearate, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric acid, Paullinia cupana seed extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Maltodextrin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Skinny TanBody Glow MediumYOUR PRODUCT | SaltairKP Body Smoother Exfoliating Milk | Saltair | ADVANCED CLINICALS10% Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Exfoliating Body Cream | M. AsamVino Gold Body Exfoliant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 34% | 33% |
| Price | $9.99 | $22.00+$12.01 | $19.99+$10.00 | $21.43+$11.44 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Glycolic Acid | Sucrose |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Skinny Tan - Body Glow Medium" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 2.70% - 4.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
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