What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Nylon-12
Silica
Abrasive
Polyester-4
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantIsoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Decylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHydrated Silica
Abrasive
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Iron Oxides
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Nylon-12, Silica, Polyester-4, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Zinc Stearate, Isoamyl Laurate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethiconol, Decylene Glycol, Hydrated Silica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Iron Oxides, CI 19140
Lac Powder
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantNylon-12
Kaolin
Abrasive
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Polysilicone-11
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientMagnesium Myristate
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingLaureth-12
EmulsifyingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantPPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
EmollientEthylhexyl Isononanoate
EmollientDivinyldimethicone/Dimethicone/Phenylsilsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Bis-Stearyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Butyl Acrylate/Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone Acrylate Copolymer
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Lac Powder, Silica, Mica, Lauroyl Lysine, Zinc Stearate, Nylon-12, Kaolin, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polysilicone-11, Isononyl Isononanoate, Magnesium Myristate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Hexylene Glycol, Laureth-12, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 77891, CI 77491, PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone/Phenylsilsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Polyethylene, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Bis-Stearyl Dimethicone, Butyl Acrylate/Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone Acrylate Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Lecithin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-10 Polyricinoleate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Isostearic Acid
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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.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolDimethicone 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 DimethiconeNylon-12 is a polymer. It is derived from 12-aminododecanoic acid, an omega-amino fatty acid
According to a manufacturer, it is a talc substitute. Like talc, nylon-12 gives products a satin feel. The manufacturer also claims this ingredients does not block pores and has moderate oil absorption.
This ingredient may not be reef-safe.
Learn more about Nylon-12Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate is created from stearic acid.
It is an emollient and thickens the lipid (oil) portion of a product. Due to its emollient properties, it may not be fungal-acne safe.
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate is derived from isostearic acid. It is an emollient and emulsifier.
The highest concentration of this ingredient is found in lipsticks.
This ingredient is minimally water soluble and may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl TetraisostearatePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Silica, 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 AcetateZinc 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.
This ingredient can be sourced from non-animal or animal sources. It is best to reach out to the brand to see where they source this ingredient from.
Learn more about Zinc Stearate
