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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC26-28 Alkyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Tridecyl Salicylate
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIsohexadecane
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Methylpropanediol
SolventDimethicone
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSodium Chloride
MaskingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Silica
Abrasive
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Iron Oxides
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Carbonate
SolventLecithin
Emollient
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
Phenylpropanol
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Sulfate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, C26-28 Alkyl Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Tridecyl Salicylate, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77891, Isohexadecane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Methylpropanediol, Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Chloride, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 16035, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Silica, Caprylyl Glycol, Iron Oxides, CI 77491, Allantoin, Propylene Carbonate, Lecithin, Bisabolol, Phenylpropanol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, CI 77499, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Sulfate, Sodium Hydroxide
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Isotridecyl Isononanoate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Silica
Abrasive
Paraffin
Perfuming
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientEuphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantButylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Dimethicone, Isotridecyl Isononanoate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Mica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Silica, Paraffin, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Polyethylene, Cera Microcristallina, Diisostearyl Malate, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, 1,2-Hexanediol, Tin Oxide, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 19140, CI 15850
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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.
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 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 77491Ci 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.
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 77891Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
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 DimethiconePolymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneSilica, 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 SilicaThis 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.
The EU typically uses CI numbers for colorants when applicable, such as CI 77489. In the US, iron oxides are regulated as color additives and "iron oxides" is the most commonly used name in US cosmetic practice.
A 2021 paper looked at skincare formulations containing iron oxides and found that they reduced transmission of blue light when measured optically. In simple terms, the pigment particles helped block or scatter part of the visible light spectrum in lab testing and the authors suggest this could translate into better protection against blue-light-related skin effects.
There is also clinical and experimental research showing that tinted products containing iron oxides can reduce visible light-induced pigmentation:
Please note, whether a product reduces visible or blue light depends on things like:
In the EU's CosIng database, iron oxides are only listed as a colorant. CosIng groups ingredients by their main cosmetic role, such as colorant, preservative, or UV filter.
Though studies say iron oxides can "attenuate blue light", they're describing an optical property and not an officially recognized cosmetic function.
So CosIng isn’t contradicting the research. It’s just classifying iron oxides by what they officially are: pigments that add color.
Learn more about Iron Oxides
