Clinique Superpowder Double Face Makeup - Matte Beige Versus Tarte Smooth Operator Amazonian Clay Pressed Finishing Powder
Updated on April 15, 2025
Overview
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, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Clinique Superpowder Double Face Makeup 21 ingredients
Tarte Smooth Operator Amazonian Clay Pressed Finishing Powder 13 ingredients
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Clinique Superpowder Double Face Makeup 21 ingredients
Tarte Smooth Operator Amazonian Clay Pressed Finishing Powder 13 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Isostearyl Linoleate
EmollientTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingTrimyristin
Skin Conditioning
Alumina
Abrasive
Methicone
Emollient
Tetrasodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Iron Oxides
CI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic Colorant
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
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.
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