Em Cosmetics Portrait Mode Setting Powder - Sheer Versus Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Pressed Powder - 01 White
Updated on May 12, 2025
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Em Cosmetics Portrait Mode Setting Powder 16 ingredients
Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Pressed Powder 15 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Em Cosmetics Portrait Mode Setting Powder 16 ingredients
Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Pressed Powder 15 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Zinc Laurate
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningCellulose
AbsorbentMagnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantGlycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Dipentaerythrityl Tri-Polyhydroxystearate
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Iron Oxides
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycolSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and smoothness of textures. It also works as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
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 FluorphlogopiteZinc Stearate is the metal salt of stearic acid. It is a white solid used to bind, thicken, and lubricate products.
This ingredient is common in powder makeup, where it helps keep the powder together.
Zinc Stearate is hydrophobic and repels water.
This ingredient can be sourced from non-animal or animal sources. It is best to reach out to the brand to see where they source this ingredient from.
Learn more about Zinc StearateIngredient Ratings
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