Clarins Ever Matte Compact Powder - 3 Light Medium Versus Smashbox Halo Fresh Perfecting Powder - Fair
Updated on June 07, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe setting spray & powders. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Clarins Ever Matte Compact Powder 39 ingredients
Smashbox Halo Fresh Perfecting Powder 32 ingredients
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Clarins Ever Matte Compact Powder 39 ingredients
Smashbox Halo Fresh Perfecting Powder 32 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Kaolin
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantWater
Skin ConditioningCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogen Dimethicone
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientPrunus Persica Leaf Extract
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Salicornia Herbacea Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Persica Fruit Extract
Abrasive
Hydroxyethyl Urea
HumectantPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingArbutus Unedo Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Algin
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingLapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Fluorphlogopite, Mica, Kaolin, Silica, Dimethicone, Zinc Stearate, Water, CI 77007, Diisostearyl Malate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, CI 77891, Caprylyl Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, CI 77492, CI 77491, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Parfum, Tocopheryl Acetate, CI 77499, CI 19140, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Butylene Glycol, Tin Oxide, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Prunus Persica Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Prunus Persica Fruit Extract, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Potassium Sorbate, Xanthan Gum, Arbutus Unedo Fruit Extract, Algin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum, Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantHdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Water
Skin ConditioningLycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
AstringentPeat Extract
Skin ConditioningGold
Cosmetic ColorantPalmitoyl Hexapeptide-14
Skin Conditioning
Oligopeptide-10
Antimicrobial
Silica
Abrasive
Glass Beads
Abrasive
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventPolyethylene
Abrasive
Dimethylacrylamide/Acrylic Acid/Polystyrene Ethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingEthoxydiglycol
HumectantHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantMica, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Zinc Stearate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Synthetic Wax, Water, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Peat Extract, Gold, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-14, Oligopeptide-10, Silica, Glass Beads, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Polyethylene, Dimethylacrylamide/Acrylic Acid/Polystyrene Ethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Mica 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 MicaSilica 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 SilicaZinc Stearate is the metal salt of stearic acid. It is a white solid used to bind, thicken, and lubricate products.
This ingredient is common in powder makeup, where it helps keep the powder together.
Zinc Stearate is hydrophobic and repels water.
Learn more about Zinc StearateWater. 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 WaterCi 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 77891Caprylyl 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 GlycolCi 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 77492Ci 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 77491This ingredient is a preservative with antimicrobial properties. It is the sodium salt of dehydroacetic acid.
It is especially effective at preventing bacterial and fungal growth in low concentrations.
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.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateIngredient Ratings
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