Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily versus Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair .
Last updated on October 13, 2023. Published on January 12, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe foundations. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation 28 ingredients
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 39 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation 28 ingredients
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 39 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation 28 ingredients
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 39 ingredients
Water • Dimethicone • Cyclopentasiloxane • Glycerin • Isododecane • Propylene Glycol • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Cyclohexasiloxane • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Tridecyl Trimellitate • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Boron Nitride • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Magnesium Sulfate • Phenoxyethanol • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Peg/Ppg-15/15 Dimethicone • Magnesium Palmitate • Magnesium Stearate • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Caprylyl Glycol • Parfum • Silica • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • CI 77891 • CI 77491
Cyclopentasiloxane • Water • Butylene Glycol • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Glycerin • Lauryl Peg-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone • Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Phenyl Trimethicone • Dimethicone • Sodium Chloride • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Parfum • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Tribehenin • Acacia Senegal Gum • Xanthan Gum • Potassium Sorbate • Hexylene Glycol • Tetrasodium EDTA • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter • Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Citrullus Lanatus Seed Extract • Punica Granatum Sterols • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter • Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Sodium Lactate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium PCA • CI 77492 • CI 77891
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Watere.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 1.
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 2.
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 10.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
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.
D5 is 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 Cyclopentasiloxanee.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 3.
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 1.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about Glycerine.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 4.
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 5.
This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 7.
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 16.
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 14.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium Hectoritee.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 17.
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 12.
This silica is mainly used to thicken oils and suspend particles in oils. It is not water soluble.
According to the manufacturer, it:
The manufacturer also claims this ingredient to be useful in makeup.
In lipstick formulations, this ingredient improves color payoff, reduces pigment settling, and reduces oil bleeding. This ingredient also improves the grip of powder products such as dry shampoos.
Learn more about Silica Dimethyl Silylatee.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 21.
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 17.
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 Glycole.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 23.
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 15.
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.
Learn more about Parfume.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 24.
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 16.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane 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 Triethoxycaprylylsilanee.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 26.
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 13.
Ci 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 77891e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 27.
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 39.
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e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation 28 ingredients
Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 39 ingredients
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