Etude House Double Lasting Foundation SPF 35 PA++ - Neutral Beige Versus AOA Skin Satin Drops Foundation - Buff
Updated on January 15, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe foundations. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Etude House Double Lasting Foundation SPF 35 PA++ 33 ingredients
AOA Skin Satin Drops Foundation 24 ingredients
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Etude House Double Lasting Foundation SPF 35 PA++ 33 ingredients
AOA Skin Satin Drops Foundation 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPolymethylsilsesquioxane
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Alumina
Abrasive
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Parfum
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantSimethicone
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Methicone
Emollient
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, CI 77891, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, Caprylyl Methicone, Butylene Glycol, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, CI 77492, Mica, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Alumina, Aluminum Hydroxide, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, CI 77491, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Parfum, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, CI 77499, Simethicone, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Methicone, Boron Nitride, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Tin Oxide
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Propylene Carbonate
SolventParfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Iron Oxides
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCyclopentasiloxane, Water, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Glycerin, Alcohol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Mica, PEG-10 Dimethicone, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Propylene Carbonate, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
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.
It is also 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 CyclopentasiloxaneTitanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
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 77492Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. 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.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaChances 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 ChlorideThis 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 CrosspolymerDisteardimonium 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 HectoritePeg-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.
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 77491Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumCi 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.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAIngredient Ratings
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