What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dodecane
Perfuming
Polysilicone-11
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Humectant
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Silica
Abrasive
Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningLaureth-12
EmulsifyingPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Dimethicone, Dodecane, Polysilicone-11, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Phenoxyethanol, Silica, Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate, Glycerin, Water, Laureth-12, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
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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.
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is a synthetic powder used as an absorbent, thickener, and anti-caking agent.
As an absorbent, it is great at mattifying skin by soaking up the oil. This is why you'll find it in a range of products from makeup to moisturizers.
This ingredient is considered a modified starch. Starch can also be found naturally in plants.
One study from 1991 found that 5% of this ingredient enhanced titanium dioxide SPF by as much as 40%. The study found 1% titanium dioxide had a 5.6 SPF and adding 5% of aluminum starch octenylsuccinate boosted it to an SPF of 8.1
Although “aluminum” in an ingredient name can raise red flags for some consumers, the form and usage context matter significantly. For typical topical applications, there is no substantial evidence of health risks - such as cancer, neurotoxicity, or systemic “aluminum overload.”
Learn more about Aluminum Starch OctenylsuccinateDimethicone 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 DimethiconeWe don't have a description for Laureth-12 yet.
Polysilicone-11 is a film-forming silicone that creates a non-tacky and matte finish on the skin. It's commonly used to improve texture, absorb excess oil, and help active ingredients spread evenly.
Due to its "rubber-like" structure, it stays on the skin's surface instead of being absorbed. On the skin, it creates a flexible layer that enhances wearability and stability.
