What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Magnesium Myristate
Polypropylene
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCalcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Silica
Abrasive
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyisobutene
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
CI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77891, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tin Oxide, Magnesium Myristate, Polypropylene, Isononyl Isononanoate, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Silica, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenyl Trimethicone, Polyisobutene, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, CI 77510, Mica, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol
Dimethicone
Emollient
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
Emollient
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
EmollientMagnesium Myristate
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingTin Oxide
Abrasive
Medicago Sativa Extract
TonicMentha Piperita Extract
CleansingO-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Diamond Powder
Abrasive
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Diisostearyl Malate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate, Magnesium Myristate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Water, Caprylyl Glycol, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Tin Oxide, Medicago Sativa Extract, Mentha Piperita Extract, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Tocopherol, Diamond Powder, CI 77491, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate is made up of calcium, aluminum, and silicates. It is a glass-like material. In cosmetics, it comes in the form of flakes or microspheres.
Calcium aluminum borosilicate is a bulking agent, meaning it helps thicken a product.
This ingredient is created by slowly mixing several minerals, including kaolin clay.
Although “aluminum” in an ingredient name can raise red flags for some consumers, the form and usage context matter significantly. For typical topical applications, there is no substantial evidence of health risks - such as cancer, neurotoxicity, or systemic “aluminum overload.”
Learn more about Calcium Aluminum BorosilicateCalcium Sodium Borosilicate is a bulking agent. It is considered a borosilicate glass; it is composed of powder or flakes of calcium and sodium borosilicates.
This ingredient is used to add volume, shine, and color to products. You'll most likely find this ingredient in makeup products.
According to in-vivo and ex-vivo studies done by a manufacturer, this ingredient works well with UV filters:
Learn more about Calcium Sodium BorosilicateCaprylyl 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, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCi 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. 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 DimethiconeEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinWe don't have a description for Magnesium Myristate yet.
Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconeSilica, 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 FluorphlogopiteTin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.
Tin Oxide helps remove translucency in a product, or make it more opaque. Besides adding opacity, tin oxide is used for bulking to add volume.
Tocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about Tocopherol
