Avril Illuminating Face Primer Versus Kjaer Weis The Beautiful Primer
Updated on June 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free face primers. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Avril Illuminating Face Primer 25 ingredients
Kjaer Weis The Beautiful Primer 40 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Avril Illuminating Face Primer 25 ingredients
Kjaer Weis The Beautiful Primer 40 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
C10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Tapioca Starch
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPotassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Polyglycerin-3
HumectantCalcium Gluconate
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, C10-18 Triglycerides, Tapioca Starch, Mica, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Jojoba Esters, Gluconolactone, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Citric Acid, Polyglycerin-3, Calcium Gluconate, Tocopherol, CI 77891, CI 77491
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Water
Skin ConditioningOctyldodecanol
EmollientC10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Squalane
Emollient
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Trehalose
HumectantPullulan
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Dioscorea Batatas Extract
Antioxidant
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Spilanthes Acmella Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
Emulsifying
Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax
Emollient
Polyglycerin-3
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Pollen Extract
EmollientGlycine Soja Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables
Skin Conditioning
Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Phytate
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSilver
Cosmetic ColorantGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientDisodium Capryloyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Silica
Abrasive
Parfum
Masking
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77015
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantLavandula Angustifolia Flower Water, Octyldodecanol, C10-18 Triglycerides, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Mica, Squalane, Jojoba Esters, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Trehalose, Pullulan, Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dioscorea Batatas Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Spilanthes Acmella Flower Extract, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Polyglycerin-3, Glycerin, Pollen Extract, Glycine Soja Oil Unsaponifiables, Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil Unsaponifiables, Tocopherol, Sodium Phytate, Xanthan Gum, Silver, Glyceryl Caprylate, Disodium Capryloyl Glutamate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Citric Acid, Silica, Parfum, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77891, CI 77015, CI 77491
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideC10-18 Triglycerides is a skin conditioning and texture-enhancer.
It is created from glycerin and a mixture of C10-18 fatty acids.
This ingredient improves spreadability and helps thicken a product.
According to manufacturers, it usually comes from vegetable-based saturated fatty acids. Common bases for this ingredient are coconut oil, palm kernel oil, or both.
Due to the melting point being close to skin temperature, it is usually used in lip products.
Triglycerides are a main component of fat in the human body.
Learn more about C10-18 TriglyceridesMica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinJojoba Esters is a wax created from Jojoba oil. It is an emollient and film-forming ingredient. In bead form, it is an exfoliator.
This ingredient has high oxidative stability, meaning it doesn't break down when exposed to oxygen.
Its similarity to our skin's natural oils makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soften and soothe our skin by creating a barrier on top. This barrier helps trap moisture in, keeping skin hydrated.
It is created using either the hydrogenation or transesterification processes on jojoba oil.
Learn more about Jojoba EstersHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax is created from the common sunflower.
Sunflower seed wax is made up of long chain non-glyceride esters, a small amount of fatty alcohols, and fatty acids.
This ingredient is often used to enhance the texture of products. The fatty acid properties also help hydrate the skin.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed WaxXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidPolyglycerin-3 is a 3-unit glycerin polymer.
Like glycerin, this ingredient is a humectant. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing water to it.
Having moisturized skin helps improve the skin barrier. Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Learn more about Polyglycerin-3Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolCi 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 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 77491Ingredient Ratings
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