Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Essence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 versus Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge .
Last updated on October 17, 2023. Published on March 26, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe . They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
Concealer
A liquid or cream used to hide blemishes on the skin.
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Ingredient Info
Essence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation 23 ingredients
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 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 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
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 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Essence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation 23 ingredients
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 30 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Essence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation 23 ingredients
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 30 ingredients
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Talc • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Glycerin • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Tropolone • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Chloride • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Hydrogen Dimethicone • Sodium Phytate • Propylene Carbonate • Aluminum Hydroxide • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Parfum • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • CI 77891
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Butylene Glycol • Cyclohexasiloxane • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Sodium Chloride • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Propylene Carbonate • Biosaccharide Gum-4 • Alumina • Magnesium Oxide • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide • Propanediol • Algin • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • CI 19140 • CI 42090 • CI 77007 • CI 77163 • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • CI 77891
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterEssence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneEssence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge contains this as ingredient number 2.
This silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about TrimethylsiloxysilicateEssence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge contains this as ingredient number 7.
Peg-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.
According to the manufacturer, acidic formulations decrease the stability of this ingredient. It works best in neutral or near neutral formulations.
Essence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge contains this as ingredient number 6.
This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
Essence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge contains this as ingredient number 8.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideEssence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge contains this as ingredient number 9.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteEssence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge contains this as ingredient number 10.
This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateEssence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge contains this as ingredient number 15.
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.
Essence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 77491Essence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge contains this as ingredient number 27.
Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 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 77492Essence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 contains this as ingredient number 21.
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge contains this as ingredient number 28.
Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Essence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 contains this as ingredient number 22.
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge contains this as ingredient number 29.
Ci 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 77891Essence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation Neutral Vanilla 040 contains this as ingredient number 23.
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 6.5 In Charge contains this as ingredient number 30.
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Essence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation 23 ingredients
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 30 ingredients
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Essence Pretty Natural Hydrating Foundation 23 ingredients
Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Cakeless Concealer 30 ingredients
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