What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantTalc
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantMagnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientKaolin
Abrasive
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Polyisobutene
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Betula Pendula Twig Extract
Perfuming
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantMethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
ChelatingMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMica, Talc, CI 77891, Magnesium Stearate, Silica, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isononyl Isononanoate, Kaolin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethiconol, Polyisobutene, Tocopherol, CI 77492, CI 77491, Zinc Oxide, Phenoxyethanol, Betula Pendula Twig Extract, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 77499, Methicone, Propanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Azelaic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin
Talc
Abrasive
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic ColorantPolymethyl Methacrylate
Dimethicone
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Iron Oxides
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantZea Mays Starch
Absorbent
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Pei-10
Bambusa Arundinacea Juice
Abrasive
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Tetrasodium EDTA
ChelatingDimethiconol
Emollient
Salvia Sclarea Oil
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Opuntia Tuna Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGeraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Talc, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77891, Mica, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Dimethicone, Silica, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Iron Oxides, CI 77492, Zinc Stearate, Zea Mays Starch, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, CI 77491, Chlorphenesin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pei-10, Bambusa Arundinacea Juice, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Tetrasodium EDTA, Dimethiconol, Salvia Sclarea Oil, Water, Linalool, Opuntia Tuna Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract, Geraniol, Limonene
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (aka MCT Oil) is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping to prevent moisture loss.
Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. One perk of this ingredient is that it is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid.
In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Just patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
This ingredient is treated as the gold standard fungal acne safe oil. Even though it is coconut derived, the problematic lauric acid is stripped out.
This leaves just caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) acid. These chain lengths actually trend antifungal; a 2020 study found caprylic acid was enough to disrupt Malassezia furfur cell membrane, with a caprylic acid derivative damaging membrane structures at concentrations as low as 0.2%.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 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 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 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 77891Dimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.
Ethylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinMica is a naturally occurring mineral used to add shimmer and color in cosmetics. It can also help improve the texture of a product or give it an opaque, white/silver color.
Serecite is the name for very fine but ragged grains of mica.
This ingredient is often coated with metal oxides like titanium dioxide. 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.
Learn more about MicaSilica, 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 SilicaTalc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.
Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.
If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.
Learn more about TalcTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about Tocopherol
