Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer versus Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 .
Last updated on October 15, 2023. Published on January 28, 2023
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin
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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Face Primer
A base to help makeup products last longer on the face or to help control shine.
Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
Ingredient Info
Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer 24 ingredients
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 34 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer 24 ingredients
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 34 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer 24 ingredients
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 34 ingredients
Dimethicone • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Isononyl Isononanoate • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Isododecane • Silica • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Mica • Phenoxyethanol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Parfum • Tin Oxide • Limonene • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • BHA • Tocopherol • CI 42090 • CI 77007 • CI 77163 • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • CI 77891
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
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Ingredients Explained
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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: Pearl Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneBenefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer 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.
Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Isononyl 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 IsononanoateBenefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 IsododecaneBenefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 4.
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.
Learn more about SilicaBenefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer contains this as ingredient number 7.
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 23.
We don't have a description for Polymethyl Methacrylate.
Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 13.
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: Pearl Primer contains this as ingredient number 10.
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 32.
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 AcetateBenefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer contains this as ingredient number 11.
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term '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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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 ParfumBenefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer contains this as ingredient number 12.
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 33.
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.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneBenefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer contains this as ingredient number 15.
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 26.
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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer 24 ingredients
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 34 ingredients
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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Pearl Primer 24 ingredients
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 34 ingredients
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