e.l.f. cosmetics Beautifully Bare Luminous Matte Makeup Primer Versus Haleys Beauty Re–Fine Soft Matte Poreless Primer
Updated on January 16, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Beautifully Bare Luminous Matte Makeup Primer 26 ingredients
Haleys Beauty Re–Fine Soft Matte Poreless Primer 24 ingredients
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e.l.f. cosmetics Beautifully Bare Luminous Matte Makeup Primer 26 ingredients
Haleys Beauty Re–Fine Soft Matte Poreless Primer 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPropylene Carbonate
SolventTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventPhenethyl Alcohol
MaskingUndecyl Alcohol
AntiseborrhoeicTocopherol
Antioxidant
Silica
Abrasive
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Dimethiconol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Sodium Chloride, Titanium Dioxide, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propanediol, Phenethyl Alcohol, Undecyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Silica, Retinyl Palmitate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
Isododecane
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingIron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIsododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isononyl Isononanoate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Silica, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Water, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hexylene Glycol, Iron Oxides, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneThis ingredient is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.
Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.
This ingredient is a type of elastomer.
Learn more about Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerDimethicone 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 DimethiconeCyclohexasiloxane is a type of silicone more commonly known as D6. It is an emollient and solvent.
Cyclohexasiloxane is used to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. When applied to the skin, Cyclohexasiloxane evaporates and leaves behind a silky feel.
As an emollient, it can help the skin feel soft and hydrated. It is also used to reduce frizz in hair products.
Learn more about CyclohexasiloxaneTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilanePhenoxyethanol 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.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolSilica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateIngredient Ratings
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