Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Almay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium versus Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair .
Last updated on October 25, 2023. Published on April 30, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both concealers. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, sensitive skin and oily skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or oils
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Almay Clear Complexion Concealer 36 ingredients
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 38 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Almay Clear Complexion Concealer 36 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Almay Clear Complexion Concealer 36 ingredients
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 38 ingredients
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Glycerin • Kaolin • Dimethicone • Boron Nitride • Tribehenin • Peg-6 • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein • Polyethylene • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Maris Sal • Silica • 1,2-Hexanediol • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide • Caprylyl Glycol • Lactobacillus • Maltodextrin • Perlite • Polyisobutene • Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice • Tetrasodium EDTA • Tocopheryl Acetate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Trisiloxane • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • CI 77891 • CI 77120
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • Kaolin • Cyclomethicone • Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer • Synthetic Wax • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Trisiloxane • Bis-Peg/Ppg-14/14 Dimethicone • Cyclohexasiloxane • Butylene Glycol • Silica • Phenoxyethanol • Boron Nitride • Polysilicone-11 • Quaternium-90 Bentonite • Sodium Chloride • Magnesium Sulfate • Propylene Glycol • Methylparaben • Farnesol • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Propylene Carbonate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Propylparaben • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Cocamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate • Cetyl Lactate • C12-15 Alkyl Lactate • Benzalkonium Chloride • Retinyl Palmitate • Calcium Pantothenate • Ascorbic Acid • Titanium Dioxide • CI 77492
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterAlmay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 1.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneAlmay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 2.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair contains this as ingredient number 2.
Kaolin is a clay. It is used for oil control and to help minimize pores. Like other clays, kaolin has the ability to absorb excess sebum or oil. This can help clean out pores and mattify the skin.
Some types of kaolin may have exfoliating properties. When water is added to kaolin, it becomes a paste with small abrasive particles.
Most kaolin is a white color, but may be pink/orange/red depending on where it comes from.
The name 'kaolin' comes from a Chinese village named 'Gaoling'. Kaolin clay comes from rocks rich in kaolinite. Kaolinite, the mineral, has a silicate layered structure. Kaolinite is formed from chemical weathering of aluminum siilicate minerals.
Besides skincare, kaolin is commonly used to make glossy paper, in ceramics, toothpaste, and as medicine to soothe stomach issues.
Learn more about KaolinAlmay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 4.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair contains this as ingredient number 4.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Almay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 5.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair contains this as ingredient number 3.
Boron Nitride is compound consisting of boron and nitrogen. It is used to absorb oil and modify adherence/ slip in products.
This means it is often used in makeup products to help them last longer.
Almay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 6.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair contains this as ingredient number 15.
This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
Almay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 11.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair contains this as ingredient number 8.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceAlmay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 16.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair contains this as ingredient number 27.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaAlmay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 18.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair contains this as ingredient number 13.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateAlmay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 28.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair contains this as ingredient number 29.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneAlmay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 29.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair contains this as ingredient number 25.
Trisiloxane is a type of silicone.
Almay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 30.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair contains this as ingredient number 9.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Almay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 31.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair contains this as ingredient number 14.
Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Almay Clear Complexion Concealer 200 Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 33.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer 05 Fair contains this as ingredient number 38.
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