e.l.f. cosmetics High Definition Powder - Soft Luminance Versus Etude House Zero Sebum Drying Powder
Updated on October 13, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe setting spray & powders. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics High Definition Powder 8 ingredients
Etude House Zero Sebum Drying Powder 25 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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e.l.f. cosmetics High Definition Powder 8 ingredients
Etude House Zero Sebum Drying Powder 25 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Silica
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydroxyapatite
Abrasive
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningMethicone
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientLimonene
Perfuming
Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil
Cleansing
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Gossypium Herbaceum Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningOriganum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
Masking
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentLactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningSilica, Mica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydroxyapatite, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Methicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Limonene, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Water, Butylene Glycol, Citrus Aurantifolia Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Gossypium Herbaceum Extract, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This 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 CrosspolymerSilica 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 SilicaMica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. 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.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaIngredient Ratings
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e.l.f. cosmetics High Definition Powder 8 ingredients
Etude House Zero Sebum Drying Powder 25 ingredients
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e.l.f. cosmetics High Definition Powder 8 ingredients
An inexpensive FA-safe powder that works surprisingly well for the price. Very mattifying.
