Canmake Cream Cheek - 16 Almond Terracotta Versus Canmake Munyutto Highlighter - 01 Moonlight Gem
Updated on September 16, 2023
Overview
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 or common allergens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Canmake Cream Cheek 22 ingredients
Canmake Munyutto Highlighter 24 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Canmake Cream Cheek 22 ingredients
Canmake Munyutto Highlighter 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Isotridecyl Isononanoate
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Methicone Crosspolymer
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate
Emulsifying
PCA Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ProtectingSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningHydrogen Dimethicone
Dimethiconyl Silicate
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Silica
Abrasive
CI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantBarium Sulfate
Cosmetic Colorant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientIsotridecyl Isononanoate, Squalane, Dimethicone, Dextrin Palmitate, Methicone Crosspolymer, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, PCA Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Tocopherol, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Dimethiconyl Silicate, CI 15985, Titanium Dioxide, Mica, Silica, CI 45380, CI 77492, Barium Sulfate, Aluminum Hydroxide
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Dimethicone
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Squalane
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Paraffin
Perfuming
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Ascorbyl Dipalmitate
Antioxidant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Iron Oxides
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTin Oxide
Abrasive
Triethylhexanoin, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Dimethicone, Diisostearyl Malate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica, Squalane, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Ceramide NP, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Retinyl Palmitate, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol, Microcrystalline Wax, Paraffin, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ascorbyl Dipalmitate, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Aluminum Hydroxide, Tin Oxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneDimethicone 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 DimethiconeTocopherol (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 TocopherolTitanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideSilica 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 SilicaAluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideIngredient Ratings
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