Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Foundation - 17N Versus Rose Inc Softlight Skin-Smoothing Liquid Foundation - 9W
Updated on November 06, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe foundations. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Foundation 36 ingredients
Rose Inc Softlight Skin-Smoothing Liquid Foundation 32 ingredients
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Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Foundation 36 ingredients
Rose Inc Softlight Skin-Smoothing Liquid Foundation 32 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Fruit Water
MaskingDimethicone
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentBixa Orellana Seed Extract
MaskingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientRosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
MaskingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Water, Pyrus Malus Fruit Water, Dimethicone, Mica, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Propanediol, Glycerin, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Sodium Chloride, Lauroyl Lysine, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Sodium Gluconate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Maltodextrin, Bixa Orellana Seed Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Aluminum Hydroxide, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, CI 77891, Iron Oxides
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
C9-12 Alkane
SolventPolyphenylsilsesquioxane
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventOctyldodecanol
EmollientDimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer
CleansingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningEctoin
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Ganoderma Lucidum Extract
Skin ProtectingEvodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLeptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil
Tonic
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialPiper Nigrum Seed Extract
RefreshingDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Chloride
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningIron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Trisiloxane, Glycerin, C9-12 Alkane, Polyphenylsilsesquioxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Propanediol, Octyldodecanol, Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ectoin, Squalane, Ganoderma Lucidum Extract, Evodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract, Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Piper Nigrum Seed Extract, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, Triethyl Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Iron Oxides, CI 77891
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 WaterDimethicone 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 DimethiconePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolGlycerin 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 GlycerinChances 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 ChlorideThis ingredient 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.
This ingredient is a type of elastomer.
Learn more about Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerDisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl Glycol1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
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 TriethoxycaprylylsilanePentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolCi 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 77891This ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
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