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Ingredients Side-by-side
Polyisobutene
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polybutene
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
CI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPolyisobutene, Octyldodecanol, Hydrogenated Polybutene, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, CI 45410, CI 15850, CI 77891
Triisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate
Emollient
Polybutene
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientAdansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Emollient
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Passiflora Incarnata Seed Oil
Skin Protecting
Pentaclethra Macroloba Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hexadecene
SolventPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Aroma
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantTriisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate, Polybutene, Diisostearyl Malate, Octyldodecanol, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Passiflora Incarnata Seed Oil, Pentaclethra Macroloba Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Hexadecene, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Aroma, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 42090, CI 15850, CI 45380, CI 45410
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850CI 45410 is a synthetic red-pigment and dye.
It often goes by both Red 28 or Red 27; manufacturers label both ingredients as CI 45410.
This dye is commonly found in makeup because it imparts a vivid color. Some types of this dye change color based on pH level and interaction with moisture:
Your skin has a natural pH of around 4.5 - 5.5.
According to the FDA, CI 45410 is not permitted for use in eye products.
Red 27 is a flourescein dye and commonly used as a fluorescent tracer in medicine.
Learn more about CI 45410Ci 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 77891Octyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol sourced from plant oils like coconut or palm (or made synthetically).
It is:
You'll likely see this in many BHA products because this is the go-to solvent for salicylic acid.
This ingredient is typically used at levels between 2-20%.
Regarding fungal acne:
In 2019, this ingredient was tested against multiple Malassezia species (the yeast that causes fungal acne) and showed no growth.
This ingredient is a form of glycerin with emulsifying and emollient properties.
As an emulsifier, this ingredient helps keep products together while adding a thick texture. The manufacturer states this ingredient has emollient properties. Emollients help keep the skin hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is created by reacting diglycerin and isostearic acid. Due to the isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateThis silica is mainly used to thicken oils and suspend particles in oils. It is not water soluble.
According to the manufacturer, it:
The manufacturer also claims this ingredient to be useful in makeup.
In lipstick formulations, this ingredient improves color payoff, reduces pigment settling, and reduces oil bleeding. This ingredient also improves the grip of powder products such as dry shampoos.
Learn more about Silica Dimethyl Silylate
