Givenchy Prisme Libre Setting and Finishing Loose Powder - N1 Mousseline Pastel Versus Essence Brighten Up! Banana Powder - bababanana
Updated on March 07, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe setting spray & powders. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Givenchy Prisme Libre Setting and Finishing Loose Powder 23 ingredients
Essence Brighten Up! Banana Powder 19 ingredients
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About this product
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Givenchy Prisme Libre Setting and Finishing Loose Powder 23 ingredients
Essence Brighten Up! Banana Powder 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Geraniol
Perfuming
BHT
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Silica, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Diisostearyl Malate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Geraniol, BHT, Tocopherol, CI 77491, CI 77288, CI 19140, CI 77007, CI 77742, CI 77891
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Kaolin
Abrasive
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Saccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingMagnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantMica, Kaolin, Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Saccharomyces Ferment, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Pentylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, CI 77491, CI 77492, 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.
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 FluorphlogopiteCaprylyl 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 GlycolPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 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 77491Ci 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 77891Ingredient Ratings
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Givenchy Prisme Libre Setting and Finishing Loose Powder 23 ingredients
Essence Brighten Up! Banana Powder 19 ingredients
Reviews
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Givenchy Prisme Libre Setting and Finishing Loose Powder 23 ingredients
The BEST powder I've ever owned. Looks incredible on, makes makeup last without being too fake.
Essence Brighten Up! Banana Powder 19 ingredients
✔️ non-comedogenic
❌ not fungal acne-safe
❌ doesn’t suit my skin color
does the job. can’t really give a good review on this since i can’t compare it to a ‘good’ powder, i don’t know if i’ve just never used a ‘good’ powder or if my technique is just bad
