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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing versus Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 .

Last updated on October 26, 2023. Published on March 29, 2023

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and SPF

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances, parabens and silicones

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BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea
General Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea

BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizer

A liquid, cream, or powder to help give light coverage in creating an even complexion.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
42

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter
Mineral UV Filter
Exfoliators

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin

Concerns

Drying (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter
Mineral UV Filter (2)
Exfoliators (2)
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (4)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Compared

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing contains this as ingredient number 1.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.

UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.

The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.

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Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing contains this as ingredient number 3.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Mixed

Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.

Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.

With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.

Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.

Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.

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Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing contains this as ingredient number 4.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 6.

4
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing contains this as ingredient number 8.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 22.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Peg-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.

According to the manufacturer, acidic formulations decrease the stability of this ingredient. It works best in neutral or near neutral formulations.

Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing contains this as ingredient number 12.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 8.

6
What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.

Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing contains this as ingredient number 13.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 9.

7
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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.

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Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing contains this as ingredient number 14.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 13.

8
What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.

This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.

You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.

There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.

The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.

Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.

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Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing contains this as ingredient number 16.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 18.

9
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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.

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Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing contains this as ingredient number 22.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 19.

10
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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.

Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing contains this as ingredient number 23.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 20.

11
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Methylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.

Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.

Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.

The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.

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Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing contains this as ingredient number 25.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 21.

12
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Propylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben with antifungal and antimicrobial properties.

This ingredient can be naturally found in plants and insects, but most of it is synthetically manufactured for human use. In cosmetics, it is usually created by reacting para-aminobenzoic acid and propanol (an alcohol).

You can usually find this ingredient in water-based products.

Parabens have come under controversy due to the claim they are hormone disruptors. Studies show conflicting results. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

Propylparaben is commonly found in food, medicine, and cosmetics.

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Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing contains this as ingredient number 26.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 23.

13
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

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Holika Holika Petit BB Clearing contains this as ingredient number 28.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 37.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

3% are loved or liked
21% have mixed ratings
69% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet
22% are loved or liked
18% have mixed ratings
53% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet

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Holika Holika Petit BB 29 ingredients

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Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 45 ingredients

4.5 /5
from 4 ratings
Light (3) Works Well (3) Absorbs Well (2) Great Value (2) Hydrating (1)
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xia

3 months ago · Oily Skin
Review

it looks so natural on my skin and doesnt require a tool, its buildable so it can serve as a light concealer too, i thought i could just replace my...

it looks so natural on my skin and doesnt require a tool, its buildable so it can serve as a light concealer too, i thought i could just replace my sunscreen with this and go but i need setting powder so it doesnt transfer :( thats the only downside for my lazy self

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Glowy_nes

15 days ago · Normal Skin
Review

This is a certified holy grail. Where do i even start? It goes smoothly on the face, the coverage is very good for a BB cream, feels light on the...

This is a certified holy grail. Where do i even start? It goes smoothly on the face, the coverage is very good for a BB cream, feels light on the face and leaves a beautifull glowy finish on the skin. I set it with a setting spray (mac fix it +, another great one) and the foundation doesnt move around or fades away. It sets very beautifully, including those more problematic areas (like the nose) where it looks absolutly natural. Looks great during the day, and the skin feels hydrated. If you have oily skin, you may get oily in dome areas, like the T zone. The shade really matches my complexion, and i dont even feel the need to use this on my neck (i use n° 23)
Will buy again, for sure!

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