Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of bareMinerals Prime Time Redness Reducing Primer versus Mac Cosmetics Studio Radiance Moisturizing + Illuminating Silky Primer .
Last updated on March 19, 2024. Published on October 01, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face primers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin and oily skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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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 40 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Studio Radiance Moisturizing + Illuminating Silky Primer 44 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
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
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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 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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bareMinerals Prime Time 40 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Studio Radiance Moisturizing + Illuminating Silky Primer 44 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
bareMinerals Prime Time 40 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Studio Radiance Moisturizing + Illuminating Silky Primer 44 ingredients
Water • Decyl Cocoate • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Triheptanoin • Kaolin • Propanediol • Avena Sativa Kernel Oil • Cetearyl Olivate • Cellulose • Oleyl Erucate • Squalane • Sorbitan Olivate • C9-12 Alkane • Dilinoleic Acid • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Tocopherol • Bisabolol • Salicyloyl Phytosphingosine • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Sulfur • Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate • Zinc Ricinoleate • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cetyl Palmitate • Glycerin • Sorbitan Palmitate • Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer • Xanthan Gum • Sorbitan Oleate • Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer • Acacia Senegal Gum • Mica • Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77289 • CI 77288 • CI 77492
Water • Butylene Glycol • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Isononyl Isononanoate • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Glycerin • Octyldodecanol • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Squalane • Hordeum Vulgare Extract • Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract • Niacinamide • Sorbitol • Trehalose • Parfum • Dimethicone • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Sodium Polyaspartate • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Hydroxyethyl Urea • Hdi/Ppg/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer • Octyldodecyl Xyloside • Quaternium-90 Bentonite • Polysorbate 60 • Sodium Chloride • Silica • Propylene Carbonate • Isopropyl Isostearate • Caprylyl Glycol • Hexylene Glycol • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Sorbitan Isostearate • Benzyl Salicylate • Limonene • Linalool • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Dehydroacetate
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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 Redness Reducing Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Mac Cosmetics Studio Radiance Moisturizing + Illuminating Silky Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualanebareMinerals Prime Time Redness Reducing Primer contains this as ingredient number 12.
Mac Cosmetics Studio Radiance Moisturizing + Illuminating Silky Primer contains this as ingredient number 12.
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamatebareMinerals Prime Time Redness Reducing Primer contains this as ingredient number 21.
Mac Cosmetics Studio Radiance Moisturizing + Illuminating Silky Primer contains this as ingredient number 40.
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 Redness Reducing Primer contains this as ingredient number 28.
Mac Cosmetics Studio Radiance Moisturizing + Illuminating Silky Primer contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
bareMinerals Prime Time Redness Reducing Primer contains this as ingredient number 37.
Mac Cosmetics Studio Radiance Moisturizing + Illuminating Silky Primer contains this as ingredient number 42.
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bareMinerals Prime Time 40 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Studio Radiance Moisturizing + Illuminating Silky Primer 44 ingredients
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bareMinerals Prime Time 40 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Studio Radiance Moisturizing + Illuminating Silky Primer 44 ingredients
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