CAIA Cosmetics Golden Glow Versus CAIA Cosmetics That Sugar Glow
Updated on October 26, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
CAIA Cosmetics Golden Glow 26 ingredients
CAIA Cosmetics That Sugar Glow 31 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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CAIA Cosmetics Golden Glow 26 ingredients
CAIA Cosmetics That Sugar Glow 31 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Silica Dimethicone Silylate
AbsorbentSodium Chloride
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTetrasodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Propylene Carbonate
SolventTocopherol
Antioxidant
Beta-Sitosterol
Emulsion StabilisingSilica
Abrasive
Squalane
Emollient
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Mica, Propylene Glycol, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Silica Dimethicone Silylate, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Xanthan Gum, Tetrasodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Propylene Carbonate, Tocopherol, Beta-Sitosterol, Silica, Squalane, Tin Oxide, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77499
Sucrose
HumectantGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Octyldodecanol
EmollientHydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCalcium Sodium Borosilicate
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Starch
AbsorbentBenzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberGlycerin
Humectant
Schinus Terebinthifolia Seed Extract
AstringentDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientTin Oxide
Abrasive
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Sucrose, Glycine Soja Oil, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sodium Chloride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Octyldodecanol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Silica, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Parfum, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, CI 77891, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Water, Oryza Sativa Starch, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Glycerin, Schinus Terebinthifolia Seed Extract, Diisostearyl Malate, Tin Oxide, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, CI 45410, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. 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 WaterChances 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 ChlorideHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolSilica 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 SilicaTin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.
Tin Oxide helps remove translucency in a product, or make it more opaque. Besides adding opacity, tin oxide is used for bulking to add volume.
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 77891Ingredient Ratings
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