What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
No concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Dimethicone
Emollient
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin Conditioning
Boron Nitride
Absorbent
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Magnesium Myristate
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Raspberry Ketone
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Undecylenate
Emollient
Simethicone
Emollient
Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Wax
Masking
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Silica Silylate
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantTalc
Abrasive
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
Emollient
Magnesium Carbonate
AbsorbentOryza Sativa Hull Powder
Abrasive
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCalcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Synthetic Wax, Synthetic Beeswax, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Mica, Glyceryl Caprylate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Simethicone, Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Wax, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Silica Silylate, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 45410, CI 15850, Talc, Zinc Stearate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Sorbic Acid, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Magnesium Carbonate, Oryza Sativa Hull Powder, Propylene Glycol, Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, CI 42090, CI 19140, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Tin Oxide, CI 77491
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
CI 45410 is a synthetic red-pigment and dye.
It often goes by both Red 28 or Red 27; manufacturers label both ingredients as CI 45410.
This dye is commonly found in makeup because it imparts a vivid color. Some types of this dye change color based on pH level and interaction with moisture:
Your skin has a natural pH of around 4.5 - 5.5.
According to the FDA, CI 45410 is not permitted for use in eye products.
Red 27 is a flourescein dye and commonly used as a fluorescent tracer in medicine.
Learn more about CI 45410Ci 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. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
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 DimethiconeMica 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 SilicaSodium Dehydroacetate is a synthetic preservative and sodium salt form of dehydroacetic acid. It stops bacteria, mold, and yeast from growing in your products at low concentrations.
Clinical testing found it to be non-irritating, non-sensitizing, and non-photosensitizing. It's also not significantly absorbed through skin.
There are a very small number of reported cases of contact dermatitis in cases linked to wound-care creams used over compromised skin (rather than skincare).
Overall, this is a well-studied and low-risk preservative just doing its job.
Typical concentrations run up to 0.6%, which is also the maximum amount permitted under both EU CosIng regulations and US FDA guidelines.
Learn more about Sodium DehydroacetateZinc Stearate is the metal salt of stearic acid. It is a white solid used to bind, thicken, and lubricate products.
This ingredient is common in powder makeup, where it helps keep the powder together.
Zinc Stearate is hydrophobic and repels water.
This ingredient can be sourced from non-animal or animal sources. It is best to reach out to the brand to see where they source this ingredient from.
Learn more about Zinc Stearate
