Untinted Fabulous Gradual Tanning Lotion
Self Tanning
Updated 10 Dec 2025

Untinted Fabulous Gradual Tanning Lotion

Vita Liberata
33Ingredients
0EU Banned
4Caution
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
76% Natural24% synthetic

Contains Regulated Ingredients

EU Restricted Ingredients

These ingredients are permitted in the EU but subject to concentration limits, usage conditions, or mandatory labelling requirements under Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.

Dihydroxyacetone*Max 25.0%
Max concentration:25.0%
Product types:(a) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products (*)(b) Self-tanning products (*)(*) From 26 January 2022 hair dye and self-tanning products containing that substance and not complying with the restrictions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 22 April 2022 hair dye and self-tanning products containing that substance and not complying with the restrictions shall not be made available on the Union market
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Sodium BenzoateMax a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Max concentration:a) 2.5% (acid) | b) 1.7% (acid) | c) 0.5% (acid)
Product types:a) Rinse-off products, except oral care products | b) Oral care products | c) Leave-on products
What does "EU Restricted" mean?

Restricted ingredients are not banned — they are allowed in cosmetic products as long as specific conditions are met:

  • Concentration limits — maximum allowed percentage in the final product
  • Product type restrictions — some ingredients are only allowed in rinse-off or leave-on products
  • pH restrictions — the finished product must stay within a specific pH range
  • Mandatory labelling — certain allergens must be listed on the packaging
  • Usage conditions — must not be combined with certain other ingredients

These limits are based on the EU CosIng database (Annex III) and are updated regularly. Products sold in the EU must comply with all applicable restrictions.

Product Type Restrictions

The following ingredients are restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation (Annex III/V) for specific product types — but this product appears to be a Self Tanning. Verify compliance.

  • Dihydroxyacetone*Restricted to hair dye products
    (a) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products (*)(b) Self-tanning products (*)(*) From 26 January 2022 ha…

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 6.5 — Ineffective
6.5
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 6.5
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 6.5: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganNot compliant
Contains Hydrolyzed Silk*
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

76% natural24% synthetic
25 natural 8 synthetic

Based on 33 ingredients analyzed. 76% natural and 24% synthetic.

Preservatives3 preservatives
Silicones1 silicone

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning8:Butyrospermum parkii (Shea) Butter*, Aloe barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice Powder*, Glycyrrhiza glabra (Licorice) Root Extract*, Cucumis sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract*, Hamamelis virginiana (Witchhazel) Leaf Extract*, Vitis vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract*, Cucumis melo (Melon) Fruit Extract*, Hydrolyzed Silk*
type of chemical entity7:Glyceryl Stearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate.
humectant5:Glycerin*, Saccharide Isomerate*, Sclerocarya birrea (Marula) Seed Oil*, Hyaluronic Acid*, Hydrolyzed Silk*

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Lightweight lotion or mousse — develops color over 4–8 hours
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Develops color over hours — initial finish is lightweight

Lightweight, develops color gradually. Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.