What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Silica
Abrasive
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingDimethicone
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Oil
Emollient
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caesalpinia Sappan Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantSilica, Triethylhexanoin, Dimethicone, Mica, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Butyrospermum Parkii Oil, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Synthetic Wax, Isononyl Isononanoate, Microcrystalline Wax, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Phenoxyethanol, Caesalpinia Sappan Bark Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tin Oxide, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 16035, CI 42090
Isodecyl Isononanoate
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
CI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantIllite
Abrasive
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingPrunus Persica Kernel Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Rheum Palmatum Root Extract
AstringentMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantIsodecyl Isononanoate, Silica, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Synthetic Wax, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77120, Illite, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Prunus Persica Kernel Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Rheum Palmatum Root Extract, Mica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tin Oxide, Water, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, CI 16035, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 42090, CI 19140
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ci 16035 is a synthetic dark-red dye. This dye is created from an acid called Allura red AC, an azo dye.
Azo dyes need to be purified thoroughly before use. This makes them more stable and longer lasting.
This dye is commonly used in foods, approved by both the FDA and EFSA.
Learn more about CI 16035Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 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 77891Mica is a naturally occurring mineral used to add shimmer and color in cosmetics. It can also help improve the texture of a product or give it an opaque, white/silver color.
Serecite is the name for very fine but ragged grains of mica.
This ingredient is often coated with metal oxides like titanium dioxide. 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.
Learn more about MicaPhenoxyethanol 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.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaSynthetic 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 FluorphlogopiteSynthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxTin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.
Tin Oxide helps remove translucency in a product, or make it more opaque. Besides adding opacity, tin oxide is used for bulking to add volume.
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.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
