Fenty Beauty Pro Filtr Soft Matte Powder Foundation 230

Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation NC35

Fenty Beauty Pro Filtr Soft Matte Powder Foundation Versus Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation

Color: 230

Color: NC35

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Key Ingredients

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Talc

Abrasive

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Nylon-12

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

Kaolin

Isoamyl Laurate

Dimethicone

Zinc Stearate

Phenyl Trimethicone

1,2-Hexanediol

Caprylyl Glycol

Magnesium Myristate

Polyester-4

Boron Nitride

CI 77120

Phenoxyethanol

Dimethiconol

Decylene Glycol

Hydrated Silica

Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer

Alumina

Abrasive

Magnesium Oxide

Absorbent

CI 77891

Cosmetic Colorant

Iron Oxides

CI 19140

Cosmetic Colorant

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

Magnesium Potassium Fluorosilicate

Abrasive

Boron Nitride

Absorbent

Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate

Absorbent

Aluminum Hydroxide

Emollient

Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate

Emollient

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Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Silica

Dimethicone

Illite

Zinc Stearate

Dicalcium Phosphate

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate

Emollient

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Silybum Marianum Seed Oil

Skin Conditioning

Nannochloropsis Oculata Extract

Humectant

Alaria Esculenta Extract

Skin Protecting

Porphyra Umbilicalis Extract

Skin Conditioning

Rosa Hybrid Flower Extract

Skin Conditioning

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Caprylyl Glycol

Bisabolol

Ethylhexylglycerin

Kaolin

Mica

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Sorbitan Tristearate

Emulsifying

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Antioxidant

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CI 77891

CI 77491

CI 77492

CI 77499

CI 77163

CI 77289

CI 77288

CI 77510

CI 77742

CI 15850

CI 77007

CI 42090

CI 45410

CI 73360

CI 19140

CI 15985

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Boron Nitride

Absorbent, Skin Conditioning

Boron Nitride is compound consisting of boron and nitrogen. It is used to absorb oil and modify adherence/ slip in products.

This means it is often used in makeup products to help them last longer.

Caprylyl Glycol

Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.

Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.

Because it is not a free-fatty acid or alcohol, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).

Learn more about Caprylyl Glycol

CI 19140

Cosmetic Colorant

CI 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.

Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.

Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.

Learn more about CI 19140

CI 77891

Cosmetic Colorant

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 77891

Dimethicone

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

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 Dimethicone

Kaolin

Abrasive, Absorbent, Cosmetic Colorant

Kaolin is a clay. It is used for oil control and to help minimize pores. Like other clays, kaolin has the ability to absorb excess sebum or oil. This can help clean out pores and mattify the skin.

Some types of kaolin may have exfoliating properties. When water is added to kaolin, it becomes a paste with small abrasive particles.

Most kaolin is a white color, but may be pink/orange/red depending on where it comes from.

The name 'kaolin' comes from a Chinese village named 'Gaoling'. Kaolin clay comes from rocks rich in kaolinite. Kaolinite, the mineral, has a silicate layered structure. Kaolinite is formed from chemical weathering of aluminum siilicate minerals.

Besides skincare, kaolin is commonly used to make glossy paper, in ceramics, toothpaste, and as medicine to soothe stomach issues.

Learn more about Kaolin

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

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 Fluorphlogopite

Zinc Stearate

Cosmetic Colorant

Zinc 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.