Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer - Original Versus e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer Original versus e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer .

Last updated on March 07, 2024. Published on June 06, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe face primers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for 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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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer

e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer

Face Primer American Brand United States

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

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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer 20 ingredients

e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer 27 ingredients

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer 20 ingredients

e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer 27 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Exfoliators

Benefits

Brightening

Concerns

Rosacea (2)

Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)

Redness Reducing

Reduces Irritation

Reduces Large Pores

Anti-Aging

Acne Fighting

Brightening

Concerns

Drying

Acne Trigger

Rosacea (2)

Eczema (2)

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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer 20 ingredients

e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer 27 ingredients

Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Isononyl Isononanoate • Silica • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Isododecane • Phenoxyethanol • Polymethyl Methacrylate • CI 77891 • Cyclohexasiloxane • Tocopheryl Acetate • Parfum • Mica • CI 77492 • Limonene • CI 77491 • CI 77499 • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • BHT

Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Ceresin • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Propylene Glycol • Lauryl Peg-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone • Sodium Chloride • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Squalane • Oryza Sativa Bran Wax • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Silica • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Talc • Butylene Glycol • Disodium EDTA • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77891 • CI 77491

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

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Cyclopentasiloxane

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

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.

D5 is 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.

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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer Original contains this as ingredient number 1.

e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 2.

Dimethicone

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer Original contains this as ingredient number 2.

e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 4.

Silica

What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent

Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer Original contains this as ingredient number 5.

e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 18.

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

What it does: Emulsion Stabilising

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.

Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.

Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer Original contains this as ingredient number 6.

e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 17.

Phenoxyethanol

What it does: Preservative

Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer Original contains this as ingredient number 8.

e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 25.

CI 77891

What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer Original contains this as ingredient number 10.

e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 26.

CI 77491

What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

Community Rating: Mixed

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.

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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer Original contains this as ingredient number 17.

e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 27.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

What it does:

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Triethoxycaprylylsilane 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.

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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer Original contains this as ingredient number 19.

e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 19.

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