Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium versus Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light .
Last updated on November 07, 2023. Published on January 23, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Highlighter
Highlighters emulate the glow of light and help brighten features.
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 Halo Glow Liquid Filter 36 ingredients
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 30 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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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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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 30 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 36 ingredients
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 30 ingredients
Water • Hydrogenated Didecene • Squalane • Propylene Glycol • Glycerin • Octyldodecanol • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Dimethicone • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Isoamyl Laurate • Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer • Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate • Sodium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Propylene Carbonate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Caprylyl Glycol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Aluminum Hydroxide • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Disodium EDTA • Tocopherol • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Tin Oxide • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • CI 77891 • CI 77492 • CI 77491 • CI 77499 • CI 77163
Water • Isohexadecane • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Isododecane • Diisopropyl Adipate • Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Propylene Glycol • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Phenoxyethanol • Kaolin • Sodium Chloride • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Caprylyl Glycol • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Ethylhexylglycerin • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Aluminum Hydroxide • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Butylene Glycol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tocopherol • Hexylene Glycol • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Citric Acid
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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.
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 Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 1.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 1.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene Glycole.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 4.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 5.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 4.
This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 7.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 8.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 3.
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 9.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 16.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic Fluorphlogopitee.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 10.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 18.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium Chloridee.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 14.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 15.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 17.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 19.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 20.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 17.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
Learn more about Aluminum Hydroxidee.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 22.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 23.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronatee.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 24.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 Tocopherole.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 26.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 27.
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamatee.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 31.
Maybelline Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Foundation 0 Fair Light contains this as ingredient number 29.
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