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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of e.l.f. cosmetics Dewy Coconut Setting Mist versus e.l.f. cosmetics Hydrating Coconut Mist .

Last updated on October 13, 2023. Published on December 16, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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Setting Spray & Powder American Brand United States
Facial Treatment American Brand United States

Setting Spray & Powder

Setting sprays and powders are often the last step of makeup. They are used to help makeup stay in place and last longer.

Facial Treatment

Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Acne Trigger
Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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e.l.f. cosmetics Dewy Coconut Setting Mist contains this as ingredient number 1.

e.l.f. cosmetics Hydrating Coconut Mist contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.

Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.

Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.

Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.

This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.

The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Dewy Coconut Setting Mist contains this as ingredient number 6.

e.l.f. cosmetics Hydrating Coconut Mist contains this as ingredient number 1.

3
What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Mixed

Coconut water is the liquid found inside coconuts with hydrating, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.

This ingredient is loaded with skin nourishing ingredients. These include niacin, Vitamin C, sugars, proteins, and minerals.

e.l.f. cosmetics Dewy Coconut Setting Mist contains this as ingredient number 7.

e.l.f. cosmetics Hydrating Coconut Mist contains this as ingredient number 17.

4
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl 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.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Dewy Coconut Setting Mist contains this as ingredient number 9.

e.l.f. cosmetics Hydrating Coconut Mist contains this as ingredient number 16.

5
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.

As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.

Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.

This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.

Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.

Learn more about Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

e.l.f. cosmetics Dewy Coconut Setting Mist contains this as ingredient number 13.

e.l.f. cosmetics Hydrating Coconut Mist contains this as ingredient number 9.

6
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Ppg-26-Buteth-26.

e.l.f. cosmetics Dewy Coconut Setting Mist contains this as ingredient number 15.

e.l.f. cosmetics Hydrating Coconut Mist contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Dewy Coconut Setting Mist contains this as ingredient number 16.

e.l.f. cosmetics Hydrating Coconut Mist contains this as ingredient number 14.

8
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Dewy Coconut Setting Mist contains this as ingredient number 17.

e.l.f. cosmetics Hydrating Coconut Mist contains this as ingredient number 11.

9
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

e.l.f. cosmetics Dewy Coconut Setting Mist contains this as ingredient number 18.

e.l.f. cosmetics Hydrating Coconut Mist contains this as ingredient number 6.

10
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

e.l.f. cosmetics Dewy Coconut Setting Mist contains this as ingredient number 19.

e.l.f. cosmetics Hydrating Coconut Mist contains this as ingredient number 10.

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What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Dewy Coconut Setting Mist contains this as ingredient number 20.

e.l.f. cosmetics Hydrating Coconut Mist contains this as ingredient number 13.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

30% are loved or liked
20% have mixed ratings
40% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet
47% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
41% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet

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