e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Face Primer Versus L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer
Updated on October 26, 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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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Face Primer 11 ingredients
L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer 30 ingredients
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e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Face Primer 11 ingredients
L'Oreal Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
EmollientPEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin
HumectantIsopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid
BufferingPolyglyceryl-3 Disiloxane Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Silica Silylate
EmollientLactic Acid
Buffering
Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-30
EmulsifyingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSalicylic Acid
Masking
PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
Emulsifying
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Sodium Citrate
BufferingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Linalool
Perfuming
CI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantCeramide AP
Skin Conditioning
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 Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeThis 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 CrosspolymerPhenoxyethanol 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 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 SilicaIngredient Ratings
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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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e.l.f. cosmetics Poreless Face Primer 11 ingredients
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
