Clinique Stay-Matte Sheer Pressed Powder Versus Tarte Smooth Operator Amazonian Clay Finishing Powder
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Calcium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantCalcium Silicate
AbsorbentSilica
Abrasive
Trimyristin
Skin Conditioning
Nylon-12
PPG-12/Smdi Copolymer
EmollientMethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Tetrasodium EDTA
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic Colorant
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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.
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.
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