BeautyAct ReNew Balm Serum Foundation - 01C Versus Make Up For Ever HD Skin Hydra Glow Hydrating Foundation - 1Y00
Updated on May 12, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe foundations. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
BeautyAct ReNew Balm Serum Foundation 31 ingredients
Make Up For Ever HD Skin Hydra Glow Hydrating Foundation 43 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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BeautyAct ReNew Balm Serum Foundation 31 ingredients
Make Up For Ever HD Skin Hydra Glow Hydrating Foundation 43 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantDextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Tetrasodium EDTA
Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingLaureth-4
Emulsifying
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMyristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Isohexadecane
EmollientCetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
CI 77499, Dextrin Palmitate, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, CI 77491, Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Laureth-4, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, CI 77492, CI 77891, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Myristyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Isohexadecane, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Water, Glycerin
Water
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
C13-15 Alkane
SolventIsododecane
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHeptyl Undecylenate
Emollient
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
Masking
C18-21 Alkane
SolventStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingUndecane
EmollientCocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientTridecane
Perfuming
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Propylene Carbonate
SolventTriethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Phytate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingAlgin
Masking
Galactoarabinan
Levulinic Acid
Perfuming
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin Conditioning
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, C13-15 Alkane, Isododecane, Propanediol, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Pentylene Glycol, Heptyl Undecylenate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sodium Chloride, C18-21 Alkane, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Undecane, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Tridecane, Persea Gratissima Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Propylene Carbonate, Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone, Parfum, Sodium Phytate, Citric Acid, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Sodium Hydroxide, Algin, Galactoarabinan, Levulinic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Levulinate, Tocopherol, Maltodextrin, Biosaccharide Gum-1, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Ci 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 77891This 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 CrosspolymerGlycerin 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 GlycerinHydrogen Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
Isododecane 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 IsododecanePotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideThis ingredient is a preservative with antimicrobial properties. It is the sodium salt of dehydroacetic acid.
It is especially effective at preventing bacterial and fungal growth in low concentrations.
Synthetic 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 AcetateWater. 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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