What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Isododecane
EmollientPolymethyl Methacrylate
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Magnesium Sulfate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Propylene Carbonate
SolventDisodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingAluminum Dimyristate
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Humectant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Isododecane, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Magnesium Sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Panthenol, Benzyl Alcohol, Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil, Mica, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Propylene Carbonate, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Aluminum Dimyristate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Linoleic Acid, Silica, Dimethiconol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIsododecane
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantMethyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
Sodium Chloride
MaskingCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Stearoxymethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
Emollient
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSodium Citrate
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSilica Silylate
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Propylene Carbonate
SolventTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tromethamine
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Escin
TonicChenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningDimethiconol
Emollient
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantSodium Benzoate
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Marrubium Vulgare Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenethyl Alcohol
MaskingFurcellaria Lumbricalis Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningMaris Sal
Skin ConditioningWater, Dimethicone, CI 77492, CI 77891, Isododecane, Butylene Glycol, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, CI 77491, Methyl Trimethicone, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, CI 77499, Silica, Stearoxymethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Glycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica Silylate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Propylene Carbonate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tromethamine, Disodium EDTA, Escin, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Dimethiconol, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Marrubium Vulgare Extract, Phenethyl Alcohol, Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract, Tocopherol, Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Maris Sal
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCi 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 77491CI 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 77492Ci 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.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
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 DimethiconeDimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.
Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
The chemical name for this ingredient is 2,2,4,6,6-PENTAMETHYLHEPTANE.
Learn more about IsododecaneThis 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 CarbonateSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicon-based surface modifier that makes sunscreens feel silky and makeup stay put.
Its main job is to coat mineral particles like titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and color pigments in a thin, oily layer so they spread smoothly, don't clump, and stick to skin better.
This ingredient is typically used at low levels (up to 2.5% in eyeshadow and 1% in lipstick).
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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