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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
EmollientMica
Cosmetic ColorantTrimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientSilica
AbrasiveDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDehydroacetic Acid
PreservativeStearic Acid
CleansingMagnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialTocopherol
AntioxidantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Mica, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Silica, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Zinc Stearate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Lauroyl Lysine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dehydroacetic Acid, Stearic Acid, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Tocopherol, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 15850, CI 19140, CI 77007
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantSqualane
EmollientC13-15 Alkane
SolventOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
EmollientDimethicone
EmollientSilica
AbrasiveSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Octyldodecanol
EmollientCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
EmollientPolysorbate 20
EmulsifyingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Stearate
EmulsifyingMagnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Dehydroacetate
PreservativeParfum
MaskingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
HumectantIsohexadecane
EmollientTribehenin
EmollientLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
AntioxidantMagnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialHydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientTin Oxide
AbrasivePolysorbate 80
EmulsifyingJojoba Esters
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Oleate
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Castor Oil
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes
MaskingLinalyl Acetate
MaskingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantMica, Squalane, C13-15 Alkane, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Dimethicone, Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Octyldodecanol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Polysorbate 20, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sorbitan Stearate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Parfum, Glyceryl Caprylate, Water, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Isohexadecane, Tribehenin, Lauroyl Lysine, Tocopherol, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Tin Oxide, Polysorbate 80, Jojoba Esters, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Sorbitan Oleate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Aluminum Hydroxide, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Linalyl Acetate, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 15850
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850Ci 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 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 77891Dimethicone 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 CrosspolymerEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
This ingredient comes from a fatty acid (lauric acid) and amino acid (lysine). It is used to add a silky feel to cosmetics.
According to a manufacturer, its fatty acid base leaves a silky feeling on the skin. It also has emollient properties because of this. Emollients help soften skin by preventing water from evaporating.
Lauroyl lysine is barely soluble in water.
Learn more about Lauroyl LysineWe don't have a description for Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract yet.
Mica is a naturally occurring mineral used to add shimmer and color in cosmetics. It can also help improve the texture of a product or give it an opaque, white/silver color.
Serecite is the name for very fine but ragged grains of mica.
This ingredient is often coated with metal oxides like titanium dioxide. 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.
Learn more about MicaSilica, 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 SilicaSynthetic 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 FluorphlogopiteTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about Tocopherol