What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Silica
Abrasive
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentCI 77220
Cosmetic ColorantLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningCellulose
AbsorbentAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentOryza Sativa Starch
AbsorbentMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Prunus Persica Flower Extract
MoisturisingLens Esculenta Seed Extract
Skin ProtectingCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Humectant
Polygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-4 Oleate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrogenated Sunflower Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Sulfate
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantSilica, Microcrystalline Cellulose, CI 77220, Lauroyl Lysine, Cellulose, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Boron Nitride, Oryza Sativa Starch, Mica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Prunus Persica Flower Extract, Lens Esculenta Seed Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Polygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract, Water, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Sunflower Seed Oil, Maltodextrin, Pentylene Glycol, Magnesium Sulfate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citric Acid, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Tocopherol, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 42090, CI 77742, CI 77007, CI 19140
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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.
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is a synthetic powder used as an absorbent, thickener, and anti-caking agent.
As an absorbent, it is great at mattifying skin by soaking up the oil. This is why you'll find it in a range of products from makeup to moisturizers.
This ingredient is considered a modified starch. Starch can also be found naturally in plants.
One study from 1991 found that 5% of this ingredient enhanced titanium dioxide SPF by as much as 40%. The study found 1% titanium dioxide had a 5.6 SPF and adding 5% of aluminum starch octenylsuccinate boosted it to an SPF of 8.1
Although “aluminum” in an ingredient name can raise red flags for some consumers, the form and usage context matter significantly. For typical topical applications, there is no substantial evidence of health risks - such as cancer, neurotoxicity, or systemic “aluminum overload.”
Learn more about Aluminum Starch OctenylsuccinateBoron Nitride is compound consisting of boron and nitrogen. It is used to absorb oil and modify adherence/ slip in products.
This means it is often used in makeup products to help them last longer.
Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaTocopherol (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 Tocopherol
