Banila Co Prime Primer Finish Powder Versus Banila Co Prime Primer Classic
Updated on November 18, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Banila Co Prime Primer Finish Powder 29 ingredients
Banila Co Prime Primer Classic 31 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Banila Co Prime Primer Finish Powder 29 ingredients
Banila Co Prime Primer Classic 31 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Freesia Refracta Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMonarda Didyma Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialMentha Arvensis Leaf Extract
MaskingMentha Suaveolens Leaf Extract
AstringentDiospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
Skin Protecting
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningNylon-12
Water
Skin ConditioningPolymethyl Methacrylate
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Polyquaternium-10
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Parfum
Masking
CI 77015
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantSilica, Dimethicone, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Freesia Refracta Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract, Mentha Suaveolens Leaf Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Nylon-12, Water, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polyquaternium-10, 1,2-Hexanediol, Lauroyl Lysine, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Parfum, CI 77015, CI 77492
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Isododecane
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Dimethicone
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPolyacrylamide
C30-45 Olefin
Skin ConditioningC13-16 Isoparaffin
Solvent
C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientPropylene Carbonate
SolventTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Stearoxytrimethylsilane
EmollientLaureth-7
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract
Astringent
Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isododecane, Silica, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyacrylamide, C30-45 Olefin, C13-16 Isoparaffin, C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone, Parfum, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Isononyl Isononanoate, Propylene Carbonate, Titanium Dioxide, Isopentyldiol, Butylene Glycol, Stearoxytrimethylsilane, Laureth-7, 1,2-Hexanediol, Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeThis ingredient is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.
Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.
This ingredient is a type of elastomer.
Learn more about Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumSilica 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 SilicaWe don't have a description for Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer yet.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterIngredient Ratings
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