What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Talc
AbrasiveBoron Nitride
AbsorbentZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSilica
AbrasivePhenoxyethanol
PreservativeCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientDimethiconol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantPolymethylsilsesquioxane
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Isononanoate
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingIsopropyl Myristate
EmollientCetyl Dimethicone
EmollientTin Oxide
AbrasiveStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingPropylene Carbonate
SolventCI 77000
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77400
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantAluminum Calcium Sodium Silicate
CI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic ColorantCalcium Sodium Borosilicate
Magnesium Myristate
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentSynthetic Fluorphlogopite, Talc, Boron Nitride, Zinc Stearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethiconol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, CI 75470, Iron Oxides, Mica, CI 77891, CI 42090, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, CI 16035, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isopropyl Myristate, Cetyl Dimethicone, Tin Oxide, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, CI 77000, CI 77400, CI 77491, Aluminum Calcium Sodium Silicate, CI 77163, Titanium Dioxide, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Magnesium Myristate, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
EmollientPolyethylene
AbrasiveIsostearyl Hydroxystearate
EmollientCera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingTrimethylolpropane Triisostearate
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
PreservativePropyl Gallate
AntioxidantBHT
AntioxidantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77000
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77289
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Talc
AbrasiveNylon-12
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
EmollientSilica
AbrasiveLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningSodium Dehydroacetate
PreservativeEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Tin Oxide
AbrasiveDimethicone
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningButylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Diphenyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Diphenyl Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantPentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
EmollientPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Polyethylene, Isostearyl Hydroxystearate, Cera Microcristallina, Trimethylolpropane Triisostearate, Phenoxyethanol, Propyl Gallate, BHT, CI 19140, CI 42090, CI 75470, CI 77000, CI 77007, CI 77163, CI 77288, CI 77289, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77510, CI 77742, CI 77891, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Talc, Nylon-12, Magnesium Stearate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Silica, Lauroyl Lysine, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Tin Oxide, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Diphenyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Diphenyl Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Mica, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caprylyl 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 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
Ci 75470 is a bright-red pigment. It is AKA carmine.
Carmine is derived from insects such as the cochineal beetle. This ingredient has been used as a natural dye for over 2000 years.
We don't have a description for CI 77000 yet.
This synthetic powder is used to add a pearly/white color in cosmetics.
Ci 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 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 77891Dimethicone 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 DimethiconeThis ingredient comes from a fatty acid (lauric acid) and amino acid (lysine). It is used to add a silky feel to cosmetics.
According to a manufacturer, its fatty acid base leaves a silky feeling on the skin. It also has emollient properties because of this. Emollients help soften skin by preventing water from evaporating.
Lauroyl lysine is barely soluble in water.
Learn more about Lauroyl LysineMagnesium Stearate is a salt that is 2 parts stearic acid and 1 part magnesium.
It is a white powder that can be used to add bulk and color to products by binding to oil ingredients.
Mica 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 MicaPhenoxyethanol 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.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneSilica, 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 SilicaSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteTalc 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 TalcTin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.
Tin Oxide helps remove translucency in a product, or make it more opaque. Besides adding opacity, tin oxide is used for bulking to add volume.