Barenbliss True Beauty Inside Cushion Versus Luxcrime Perfecting Cover Cushion Velvet Matte SPF 50 PA +++
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Dimethicone
Emollient
Methylpropanediol
SolventDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Isododecane
EmollientBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Alumina
Abrasive
Calendula Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract
Skin ConditioningHibiscus Mutabilis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientMagnolia Sieboldii Extract
Skin ConditioningPropolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
EDTA
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dimethicone, Methylpropanediol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Silica, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Isododecane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Cyclohexasiloxane, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Parfum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Alumina, Calendula Officinalis Extract, Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract, Hibiscus Mutabilis Flower Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Magnolia Sieboldii Extract, Propolis Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, EDTA, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Water
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Sulfate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Alumina
Abrasive
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPropylene Carbonate
SolventCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Steareth-100
Gel FormingDisodium EDTA
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingBHT
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Water, CI 77891, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Silica, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Isododecane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butylene Glycol, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Octyldodecanol, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Stearic Acid, Alumina, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propylene Carbonate, Ceteareth-20, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Steareth-100, Disodium EDTA, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, BHT, Tocopherol, Caffeine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide AP, Ceramide As, Ceramide EOP
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaButylene 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 GlycolCi 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 77891Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
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.
It is also 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 CyclopentasiloxaneDisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateIsododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about IsododecaneIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
This ingredient is an emulsifer and stabilizer. It comes from isostearic acid and polyglycerin.
As an emulsifier, it helps blend oil and water to improve texture, spreadbility, and application.
Due to it being derived from isostearic acid, this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-4 IsostearateSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneThis silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about TrimethylsiloxysilicateWater. 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 Water
