ERYTHRULOSE

Ingredient type: HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

✨ Role: Erythrulose is used in self-tanning products to give the skin a natural tan without exposure to the sun. It reacts with amino acids in the upper layer of the skin to create a temporary tan.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

Safety: Yes, it is generally considered safe for topical use.

✨ Vegan: Yes, erythrulose is often synthetic and does not come from animal sources.

✨ Good to know: It is often combined with dihydroxyacetone (DHA) in self-tanning products to achieve a more even and long-lasting tan. Erythrulose acts more slowly than DHA, reducing the risk of streaks or uneven coloring.

Found in: Self-tanning creams and lotions, sunless tanning sprays.