Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Coco-caprylate + 6 moreWorks
“Perfect for people that feel their base is prone to looking lack-lustre, as a cocktail of ingenious ingredients works to encourage a plumper, firmer appearance.”
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, sodium lactate.
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, squalane.
Anti-agingAloe barbadensis leaf juice, TocopherolNot delivered
“This is helped by an infusion of Stoechiol, that helps to reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles, while anti-ageing Liftonin assists with promoting a lit-from-within, youthful glow.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Evens skin toneSalicylic acidNot delivered
“9/10 said it made their skin tone more even with regular use”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia oil, Linalool + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.8–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinCoco-caprylate~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylateDihydroxyacetone~2.6–3.9%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~2–3%
- 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 juiceHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerSqualane~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.3–2%
- 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 triglycerideBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPullulan~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanHydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcellulosePolysorbate 60~0.35–0.8%
Acacia senegal gum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumXanthan gum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium lactate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateSalicylic acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidLavandula angustifolia oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilSodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolSorbitan isostearate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearatePorphyridium cruentum extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A red algae extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an antioxidant effect
More about Porphyridium cruentum extractSodium phytate~0.1–0.35%
Lavandula stoechas flower/stem extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~0.15–0.65%
Sorbic acid~0.05–0.3%
Linalool~0.05–0.3%
Geraniol~0.05–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCaramel~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77891~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mica~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Coco-caprylate, Dihydroxyacetone, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Squalane, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Benzyl alcohol, Pullulan, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Polysorbate 60, Acacia senegal gum, Xanthan gum, Sodium lactate, Salicylic acid, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Sodium metabisulfite, Tocopherol, Sorbitan isostearate, Porphyridium cruentum extract, Sodium phytate, Lavandula stoechas flower/stem extract, Silica, Sorbic acid, Linalool, Geraniol, Limonene, Caramel, Ci 77891, Mica
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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 TanNoTox Beauty ElixirYOUR PRODUCT | StemologyCell Revive Complete Face and Neck Serum with SRC-7 | Image skincareVital C Deluxe Hydrating Anti-Aging Serum | Lab Series Skincare for MenMax LS Power V Lifting Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 94% | 92% | 92% |
| Price | — | — | $91.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 5 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11 | Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Skinny Tan - NoTox Beauty Elixir" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 3.80% - 5.70% and sodium lactate 0.15% - 0.50%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 29.95A$ up to 47.99A$ in Australia, from 22.99$ up to 39.99$ in the United States, from 19.99£ up to 22.99£ in the United Kingdom and for 40.30CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 4A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 5
- 6
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