Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Face Primer versus L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer .
Last updated on October 26, 2023. Published on August 21, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face primers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Face Primer
A base to help makeup products last longer on the face or to help control shine.
Face Primer
A base to help makeup products last longer on the face or to help control shine.
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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Face Primer 11 ingredients
L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer 30 ingredients
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 🎉
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 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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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 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Face Primer 11 ingredients
L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer 30 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Face Primer 11 ingredients
L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer 30 ingredients
Water • Dimethicone • Silica • Alcohol Denat. • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane • Peg/Ppg/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin • Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate • Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid • Polyglyceryl-3 Disiloxane Dimethicone • Silica Silylate • Lactic Acid • Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Phenoxyethanol • Capryloyl Salicylic Acid • Ppg-6-Decyltetradeceth-30 • Sodium Hydroxide • Salicylic Acid • Peg-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate • Sodium Polyacrylate • Xanthan Gum • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Sodium Citrate • Adenosine • Tocopherol • Linalool • CI 14700 • Ceramide AP
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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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 Poreless Face Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer 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.
e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Face Primer contains this as ingredient number 4.
L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 Poreless Face Primer contains this as ingredient number 5.
L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Silica 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 Silicae.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Face Primer contains this as ingredient number 10.
L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Face Primer 11 ingredients
L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer 30 ingredients
Usage
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e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Face Primer 11 ingredients
L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer 30 ingredients
Reviews
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e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Face Primer 11 ingredients
emcan717_265
has a film over face
idk what's up with the formula, but it doesn't go into the skin at all and sits on top like a film of some sort. it makes my...
has a film over face
idk what's up with the formula, but it doesn't go into the skin at all and sits on top like a film of some sort. it makes my face oilier than it already is
L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer 30 ingredients
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