Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer Versus Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation - 5
Updated on October 15, 2023
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer 25 ingredients
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 34 ingredients
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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer 25 ingredients
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 34 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingIsododecane
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Limonene
Perfuming
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
BHT
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isododecane, Silica, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Mica, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum, Tin Oxide, Limonene, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, BHT, Tocopherol, CI 19140, CI 42090, CI 77007, CI 77163, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientTalc
Abrasive
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingOctocrylene
UV Absorber
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
PEG-4
HumectantIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCaprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside
EmulsifyingPolymethyl Methacrylate
Myristyl Lactate
Emollient
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCetyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Silica
Abrasive
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Disodium EDTA
Biosaccharide Gum-4
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Talc, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Octocrylene, Alcohol Denat., PEG-4, Isononyl Isononanoate, Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Myristyl Lactate, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Chloride, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Cetyl Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Silica, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Disodium EDTA, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Titanium Dioxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeCyclopentasiloxane, 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 CyclopentasiloxaneThis 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 CrosspolymerIsononyl Isononanoate is a synthetic skin-conditioner and texture enhancer. It is created from nonanoic acid, a fatty acid found in cocoa and lavender oil.
As an emollient, Isononyl Isononanoate helps keep your skin soft and smooth. This is because emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in.
Isononyl Isononanoate helps give products a velvet feel and improves spreadability.
Learn more about Isononyl IsononanoateIsododecane 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 IsododecaneSilica 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.
Learn more about SilicaWe don't have a description for Polymethyl Methacrylate yet.
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.
Tocopheryl 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 AcetateParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneIngredient Ratings
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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer 25 ingredients
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 34 ingredients
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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer 25 ingredients
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 34 ingredients
The whole marketing around this product was that it makes your face look photoshopped, which is untrue. It’s light feeling but thick coverage which is probably due to the huge amount of TALC - it ends up looking cake-y around any creases and it’s super drying for my skin
