Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Catrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain versus Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral .
Last updated on November 10, 2023. Published on December 13, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free foundations. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, niacinamide and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones and sulfates
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Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
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Ingredient Info
Catrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 33 ingredients
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 50 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Sulfate
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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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Catrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 33 ingredients
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 50 ingredients
Water • Dimethicone • Talc • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Niacinamide • Isododecane • Silica • Glycerin • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Tocopherol • Sodium Chloride • Hydrogen Dimethicone • Magnesium Sulfate • Cetyl Alcohol • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Methicone • Propylene Carbonate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Ethylhexylglycerin • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Aluminum Hydroxide • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Potassium Sorbate • Benzoic Acid • Dehydroacetic Acid • Parfum • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • CI 77891
Water • Glycerin • Isododecane • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Talc • Alcohol Denat. • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Butylene Glycol • Dipropylene Glycol • Nylon-12 • Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate • Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • Magnesium Sulfate • Alumina • Silica • Dimethicone • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate • Sorbitan Isostearate • Stearalkonium Hectorite • Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate • Sodium Benzoate • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Propylene Carbonate • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Potassium Sorbate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Niacinamide • Sargassum Pacificum Thallus Extract • Tocopherol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Hydrolyzed Extensin • Glycine Soja Oil • Phenoxyethanol • Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Pancratium Maritimum Extract • Hydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Hyaluronic Acid • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Potassium Hyaluronate • CI 77891 • CI 77499
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterCatrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 1.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Catrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 2.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 19.
Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.
Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.
If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.
Learn more about TalcCatrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 3.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 7.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideCatrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 6.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 32.
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 IsododecaneCatrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 7.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 SilicaCatrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 8.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 18.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinCatrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 9.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 2.
Tocopherol (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 TocopherolCatrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 11.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 34.
Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.
In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.
You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.
One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.
Learn more about Magnesium SulfateCatrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 14.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 16.
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.
Catrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 16.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 20.
This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateCatrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 19.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 27.
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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneCatrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 20.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 31.
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.
Catrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 24.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 38.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateCatrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 26.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 29.
Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Catrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 32.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 51.
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 77891Catrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation 002 Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 33.
Tarte SEA Hydroflex Serum Foundation 12N Fair Neutral contains this as ingredient number 50.
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