Self-tanning body lotion

Description

AQUA, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, GLYCERIN, CETEARYL ISONONANOATE, DIHYDROXYACETONE, POLYACRYLATE-13, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, Vitex agnus-castus extract (Chaste tree), CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT (Green tea), GINKGO BILOBA LEAF EXTRACT (Ginkgo), TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL (Sunflower vegetable oil), SODIUM METABISULFITE, MAGNESIUM STEARATE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE, Hydrogenated dimer dilinoleyl/dimethyl carbonate copolymer, LAURYL GLUCOSIDE (Nonionic surfactant), Polygyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, ALCOHOL (Drying alcohol), ACETYL TYROSINE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL (Glycol), POLYISOBUTENE (Mineral Oil), POLYSORBATE 20 (Nonionic surfactant), SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, PERFUM (Perfume), BENZYL SALICYLATE (Regulated allergen), CITRAL (Regulated allergen), CITRONELLOL (Regulated allergen), HEXYL CINNAMAL (Regulated allergen), LINALOOL (Regulated allergen), ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE (Regulated allergen), LIMONENE (Regulated allergen), PHENOXYETHANOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SORBIC ACID, CARAMEL, CITRIC ACID

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Self-Tanning Body Lotion of the brand Rituals is primarily intended for individuals seeking a gradual, natural tan without sun exposure. This product is therefore designed to even out the skin tone, prevent dullness, and provide immediate radiance. Its formula aims to offer a gradual tan while moisturizing the skin, making it suitable for normal to dry skin, even slightly sensitive skin, provided that the precautions for use are followed carefully.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three main active ingredients stand out in this lotion:

• Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) : This is the gold standard self-tanning agent. It reacts with amino acids in the stratum corneum to form brown pigments (Maillard reaction), providing a gradual tan that is safe for the skin.
• Glycerine : A powerful humectant, it attracts and retains water in the epidermis, compensating for the potential drying effect of DHA and ensuring long-lasting hydration.
• Plant extracts (green tea, ginkgo biloba, chaste tree) : These extracts provide antioxidant and soothing properties, limiting environmental oxidative stress and strengthening skin tolerance.

The presence of vitamin E (tocopherol) and sunflower oil complements the nourishing and protective action of the formula.

Tips and Application Ritual

I prefer to apply this lotion in the evening, on clean, dry skin that has ideally been exfoliated for even results. It is important to wash your hands thoroughly after application. This product is compatible with conventional moisturizers, but I avoid combining it with powerful exfoliants (AHA/BHA) or retinoids on the same day to limit the risk of irritation.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

This Rituals product offers a natural, gradual tan and good hydration thanks to its balanced formula. I appreciate the presence of antioxidant and moisturizing active ingredients. One downside: the presence of fragrance and alcohol, which can be irritating for very sensitive skin. In conclusion, it is a safe and effective option for a luminous tan, provided that the usual precautions are followed.