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Ingredients Side-by-side
Isododecane
EmollientCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
Emollient
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Polybutene
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Petrolatum
Emollient
Kaolin
Abrasive
Cera Alba
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingAroma
Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
Emollient
Propylene Carbonate
SolventCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Isododecane, CI 15850, Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Polybutene, Mica, Cyclohexasiloxane, Petrolatum, Kaolin, Cera Alba, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Aroma, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Propylene Carbonate, CI 42090, Persea Gratissima Oil, Tocopherol, Benzyl Alcohol
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 15850Dimethicone 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 DimethiconeDisteardimonium 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 HectoriteIsododecane 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.
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 CarbonateThis silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about Trimethylsiloxysilicate
