Clarins BB Skin Detox Fluid SPF 25 - 00 Fair Versus Lancôme Teint Miracle Hydrating Foundation SPF 15 - 04 Beige Natural
Updated on October 31, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and 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 oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Clarins BB Skin Detox Fluid SPF 25 45 ingredients
Lancôme Teint Miracle Hydrating Foundation SPF 15 27 ingredients
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Clarins BB Skin Detox Fluid SPF 25 45 ingredients
Lancôme Teint Miracle Hydrating Foundation SPF 15 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
C10-13 Alkane
SolventTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPolyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polymethyl Methacrylate
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Silica
Abrasive
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-2 Caprate
EmulsifyingMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningSpiraea Ulmaria Extract
AstringentPropylene Carbonate
SolventSodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Lysine
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Chloride
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Malpighia Emarginata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Linalool
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Dimethicone, C10-13 Alkane, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77891, Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polymethyl Methacrylate, CI 77492, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Silica, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, CI 77491, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77499, Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate, Mica, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Spiraea Ulmaria Extract, Propylene Carbonate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lysine, Magnesium Chloride, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Malpighia Emarginata Seed Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citronellol, Limonene, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 3%
UV Absorber
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
PEG-14 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Bis-PEG/PPG-14/14 Dimethicone
Emollient
PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin
HumectantRosa Gallica Flower Extract
AstringentTalc
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer
CleansingMethicone
Emollient
Alumina
Abrasive
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientMagnesium Sulfate
Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingEthylhexyl Hydroxystearate
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
CI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Blue 1 Lake
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 3%, Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Alcohol Denat., Phenyl Trimethicone, Glycerin, PEG-14 Dimethicone, Bis-PEG/PPG-14/14 Dimethicone, PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Rosa Gallica Flower Extract, Talc, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer, Methicone, Alumina, Aluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Sulfate, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, CI 45380, CI 15850, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Blue 1 Lake, CI 77163, Iron Oxides
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 DimethiconeTitanium 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 DioxideAluminum 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 HydroxideGlycerin 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 GlycerinMica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateIngredient Ratings
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