Glad2Glow Perfect Blurring Powder Foundation Versus Somethinc Copy Paste Breathable Mesh Cushion SPF 33 PA++
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingNylon-12
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantSqualane
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Magnesium Myristate
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantLauroyl Lysine
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Methicone
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Magnesium Sulfate
Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters
Skin ConditioningCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantBetaine
Humectant
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Parfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Disodium EDTA
BHT
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Water, Titanium Dioxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cyclohexasiloxane, CI 77492, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Magnesium Sulfate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters, CI 77491, Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, CI 77499, Betaine, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Stearic Acid, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lecithin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isostearic Acid, Isopropyl Myristate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Disodium EDTA, BHT, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Caffeine, 1,2-Hexanediol
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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.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideCi 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 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created CI 77492 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 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
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 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 EthylhexylglycerinTocopherol 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 TocopherolTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicon-based surface modifier that makes sunscreens feel silky and makeup stay put.
Its main job is to coat mineral particles like titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and color pigments in a thin, oily layer so they spread smoothly, don't clump, and stick to skin better.
This ingredient is typically used at low levels (up to 2.5% in eyeshadow and 1% in lipstick).
Learn more about Triethoxycaprylylsilane
