Le Tan Gold 1 Hour Express Extreme Dark Tanning Foam 200ml
Self Tanning

Le Tan Gold 1 Hour Express Extreme Dark Tanning Foam 200ml

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19Ingredients
0EU Banned
4Caution
0.1/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.1/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
79% Natural21% 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.

DihydroxyacetoneMax 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
EthoxydiglycolMax 10.0%
Max concentration:10.0%
Product types:(a) Oxidative hair day products(b) Non-oxidative hair dye products(c) Rinse-off products other than hair dye products(d) Other non-spray cosmetic products(e) The following spray products: fine fragrances, hair sprays, antiperspirant and deodorant
Conditions:(a) to (e):The level of ethylene glycol impurity in Ethoxydiglycol must be ≤ 0,1 %. Not to be used in eye products and oral products
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
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.

  • DihydroxyacetoneRestricted to hair dye products
    (a) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products (*)(b) Self-tanning products (*)(*) From 26 January 2022 ha…
  • EthoxydiglycolRestricted to hair dye products
    (a) Oxidative hair day products(b) Non-oxidative hair dye products(c) Rinse-off products other than hair dye products…

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
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Reef-SafeLikely
No reef-harmful ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

79% natural21% synthetic
15 natural 4 synthetic

Based on 19 ingredients analyzed. 79% natural and 21% synthetic.

Preservatives1 preservative

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning4:Pentylene Glycol, Caffeine, Paullinia Cupana (Guarana) Seed Extract, Ceramide NP
solvent3:Ethoxydiglycol, Pentylene Glycol, Dimethyl Isosorbide
tanning2:Dihydroxyacetone, Erythrulose

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Lightweight lotion or mousse — develops color over 4–8 hours
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Develops color over hours — initial finish is lightweight

Lightweight, develops color gradually. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.