Tanologist Water Medium Sunless Tanning Treatments
Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Glycerin + 2 moreWorks well
“comedogenic = no clogged pores,Transparent formulation = no transfer onto clothes or sheets,Odorless,Multi-purpose formula is suitable for use on both face & body,Can be used as a hydrating setting spray Hydrate and tan with this vitamin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, aloe barbadensis extract.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Punica granatum extract, Commiphora mukul resin extract + 4 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (punica granatum extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Commiphora mukul resin extract, Calendula officinalis flower oil + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
Be the first — your take helps the next person decide.
Ingredients
Filter by role to see what each ingredient is doing.
Water~40–60%
Dihydroxyacetone~4.9–7.3%
Propylene glycol~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolGlycerin~2.8–4.2%
- 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 GlycerinEthoxydiglycol~2–2.9%
Glycereth-26~1.7–2.6%
Commiphora mukul resin extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin
More about Commiphora mukul resin extractColeus forskohlii root extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panthenol~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAscorbic acid~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidErythrulose~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopheryl acetate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAloe barbadensis extract~0.4–0.9%
- 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 extractCalendula officinalis flower oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that might have an antibacterial and some antioxidant effect. Is a common allergen and irritant
More about Calendula officinalis flower oilCitrus paradisi fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Juniperus communis fruit oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lycium barbarum fruit extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Lycium barbarum fruit extractPunica granatum extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effective
More about Punica granatum extractPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilDipropylene glycol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolParfum~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.45%
Limonene~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.35%
Geraniol~0.1–0.3%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalCitric acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTriethylene glycol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Dihydroxyacetone, Propylene glycol, Glycerin, Ethoxydiglycol, Glycereth-26, Commiphora mukul resin extract, Coleus forskohlii root extract, Panthenol, Ascorbic acid, Erythrulose, Tocopheryl acetate, Aloe barbadensis extract, Calendula officinalis flower oil, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Juniperus communis fruit oil, Lycium barbarum fruit extract, Punica granatum extract, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Dipropylene glycol, Parfum, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Citric acid, Phenoxyethanol, Triethylene glycol
Compare prices
Retailers ranked by price — lowest first.
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.
Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| TanologistWater Medium Sunless Tanning TreatmentsYOUR PRODUCT | SkinCeuticalsC E Ferulic with 15% L-ascorbic acid | Dr BrennerVitamin C Serum 20% Pure L-Ascorbic Acid, Ferulic Acid, Vitamin E and Hyaluronic Acid | BiobareVitamin C, B, E & Ferulic Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 90% | 89% | 89% |
| Price | $22.99 | $147.49+$124.50 | $23.99+$1.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Ferulic Acid | Ferulic Acid | Ferulic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Formulyst Active Serum – Vitamin B, C, E, Ferulic + NiacinamideNourishMax VITAMIN C + B + E + FERULIC & RETINOL SERUM
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4
- 5
- 6
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.