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Bondi Sands

Gradual Tanning Lotion Tinted Skin Perfector

self-tanner · 150 ml · Sun care

Bondi Sands Gradual Tanning Lotion Tinted Skin Perfector is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 31-ingredient list, with titanium dioxide, caffeine and vitamin e. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum (Fragrance)) and labelled fragrance allergens (Benzyl Alcohol).

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • Contains labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom · Germany · France · Italy · Spain · Netherlands · Poland · Sweden

Key ingredients in Gradual Tanning Lotion Tinted Skin Perfector

  • Titanium dioxide

    A mineral UV filter.

  • Caffeine

    A stimulating ingredient used in eye and scalp formulas.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

  • Aloe vera

    A soothing, hydrating plant juice.

Full ingredient list, decoded

31 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Coco-Caprylate/CaprateA light, coconut-derived ester that softens skin and hair and helps other ingredients…
  3. 3Dihydroxyace Tone
  4. 4CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)Titanium dioxide is a white mineral powder that scatters ultraviolet light, serving…
  5. 5CI 77492 (Iron Oxides)A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…
  6. 6Undecane
  7. 7Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
  8. 8Polyacrylami De
  9. 9Ethoxydiglycol
  10. 10PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  11. 11CI 77491 (Iron Oxides)A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…
  12. 12Parfum (Fragrance)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  13. 13Polyglyceryl 6 Polyr Icinoleate
  14. 14Polyhydroxystearic AcidPolyhydroxystearic Acid is a fatty-acid-based polymer made from castor-oil-derived…
  15. 15Tridecane
  16. 16C1 3 14 Isoparaffin
  17. 17Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  18. 18Dilinoleic Acid/ Butanediol Copolymer
  19. 19Erythrulose
  20. 20Laureth 7
  21. 21Pota Ssium Cetyl Phosphate
  22. 22Castor Oil/IPDI CopolymerA thick, pale oil pressed from the seeds of the castor plant. It mainly softens and…
  23. 23Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  24. 24Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed ButterA pale, solid fat pressed from roasted cacao beans. It mainly adds richness and helps…
  25. 25Sodium CitrateSodium Citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid, a mild, fruit-derived acid. It mainly…
  26. 26Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice PowderA powder made from the inner leaf juice of the aloe vera plant. It mainly helps hydrate…
  27. 27CaffeineCaffeine is a stimulating compound found in coffee and tea. In cosmetics, it helps the…
  28. 28Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
  29. 29Helia Nthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
  30. 30TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  31. 31Ani Syl Alcohol

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/0810020173208, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (Fragrance) (#12)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsBenzyl Alcohol (#17)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Bondi Sands Gradual Tanning Lotion Tinted Skin Perfector fragrance-free?

No. Bondi Sands Gradual Tanning Lotion Tinted Skin Perfector contains Parfum (Fragrance) (ingredient 12 of 31).

Does Bondi Sands Gradual Tanning Lotion Tinted Skin Perfector contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Bondi Sands Gradual Tanning Lotion Tinted Skin Perfector good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, pregnancy, dry skin and dry, cracked hands: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Titanium dioxide, Caffeine, Vitamin E and Aloe vera.

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