Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of bareMinerals Prime Time Original Pore Minimizing Primer versus BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer .
Last updated on March 19, 2024. Published on February 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe face primers. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Face Primer
A base to help makeup products last longer on the face or to help control shine.
Face Primer
A base to help makeup products last longer on the face or to help control shine.
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Ingredient Info
bareMinerals Prime Time 21 ingredients
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer 25 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
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 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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bareMinerals Prime Time 21 ingredients
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer 25 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
bareMinerals Prime Time 21 ingredients
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer 25 ingredients
Water • Propanediol • Dimethicone • Isopentyldiol • Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2 • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Epilobium Fleischeri Extract • Agave Tequilana Leaf Extract • Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract • Tocopherol • Citric Acid • Xanthan Gum • Carbomer • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Silica • Isoceteth-10 • Hydroxyacetophenone • Caprylyl Glycol • Potassium Sorbate
Water • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Glycerin • Propanediol • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Butylene Glycol • Pentylene Glycol • Sodium Polyacrylate • Phenoxyethanol • Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract • C12-14 Pareth-12 • Anastatica Hierochuntica Extract • Panthenol • Aroma • Ethylhexylglycerin • Silica • Sodium Hydroxide • Caprylyl Glycol • Hexylene Glycol • Citric Acid • Lactobacillus Ferment • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Propylene Glycol • CI 42090
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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 WaterbareMinerals Prime Time Original Pore Minimizing Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolbareMinerals Prime Time Original Pore Minimizing Primer contains this as ingredient number 2.
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
bareMinerals Prime Time Original Pore Minimizing Primer contains this as ingredient number 6.
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinbareMinerals Prime Time Original Pore Minimizing Primer contains this as ingredient number 7.
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer 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.
bareMinerals Prime Time Original Pore Minimizing Primer contains this as ingredient number 8.
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidbareMinerals Prime Time Original Pore Minimizing Primer contains this as ingredient number 13.
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 SilicabareMinerals Prime Time Original Pore Minimizing Primer contains this as ingredient number 17.
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolbareMinerals Prime Time Original Pore Minimizing Primer contains this as ingredient number 20.
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer contains this as ingredient number 18.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbatebareMinerals Prime Time Original Pore Minimizing Primer contains this as ingredient number 21.
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer contains this as ingredient number 23.
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bareMinerals Prime Time 21 ingredients
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer 25 ingredients
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bareMinerals Prime Time 21 ingredients
BeautyAct Prickly Pear Hydra Primer 25 ingredients
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