What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Silica
Abrasive
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Polyisobutene
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
Emollient
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 47005
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantTin Oxide
Abrasive
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Polyethylene Terephthalate
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Petrolatum
Emollient
CI 77000
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Mica, Silica, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Polyisobutene, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 15985, CI 19140, CI 47005, Iron Oxides, CI 15850, CI 77891, CI 45410, CI 77007, Tin Oxide, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polyethylene Terephthalate, Ceresin, Paraffinum Liquidum, Synthetic Beeswax, Petrolatum, CI 77000
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Polyisobutene
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCopper PCA
HumectantBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
CI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantUmber
AbsorbentSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Silica
Abrasive
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantBoron Nitride
AbsorbentTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyisobutene, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 16035, CI 19140, Copper PCA, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, CI 77742, Umber, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Silica, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Zinc Stearate, Boron Nitride, Triethoxycaprylylsilane
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 lipid-based synthetic skin-conditioning agent derived from adipic acid and a mixture of fatty acids. It is often called a lanolin substitute.
As an emollient, it helps soften and hydrate the skin. Emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in.
Due to its fatty acid base, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2This 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 TriglycerideCI 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Ci 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 77891Ethylhexyl Palmitate, also known as octyl palmitate, is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is a fatty acid ester.
The fatty acid content of Ethylhexyl Palmitate makes it an emollient. Emollients help soften and hydrate your skin by trapping moisture within.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is also used to help improve the texture of cosmetics. It helps other ingredient dissolve in products and help disperse ingredients more evenly.
You'll likely find this ingredient in sunscreen, as it is often used to mix UV-blocking ingredients such as avobenzone and ethylhexyl triazone.
It can also help stabilize the fragrances in a product as a fragrance fixative.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate can be used to substitute mineral oil.
Due to its high fatty acid content, it may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer made from isobutene.
It is a film-forming agent and helps bind ingredients together.
Polyisobutene is not absorbed by the skin.
Learn more about PolyisobuteneSilica, 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 SilicaSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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 ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
