Hourglass Cosmetics Hourglass Vanish Seamless Foundation Stick - Buff Versus Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation - 3.5N
Updated on October 17, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both foundations. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Hourglass Cosmetics Hourglass Vanish Seamless Foundation Stick 32 ingredients
Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation 39 ingredients
About this product
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Hourglass Cosmetics Hourglass Vanish Seamless Foundation Stick 32 ingredients
Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation 39 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingPolyethylene
Abrasive
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientBHT
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningIllicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Isostearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Lauryl Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate
Emollient
Methicone
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Propanediol
SolventSilica
Abrasive
Talc
Abrasive
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Iron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPhenyl Trimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Ceresin, Polyethylene, Pentylene Glycol, Microcrystalline Wax, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aluminum Hydroxide, BHT, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Isostearyl Alcohol, Lauryl Laurate, Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone, Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate, Methicone, Mica, Phenoxyethanol, Propanediol, Silica, Talc, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Iron Oxides, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningC9-12 Alkane
SolventPropanediol
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingUndecane
EmollientPolyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Tridecane
Perfuming
Cellulose
AbsorbentTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Lecithin
EmollientAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Decaisostearate
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingParfum
Masking
Hydroxypropyl Starch
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate
CleansingPropylene Carbonate
SolventCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Stearoyl Glutamic Acid
CleansingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, C9-12 Alkane, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Undecane, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Glycerin, Tridecane, Cellulose, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Lecithin, Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Decaisostearate, Silica, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Parfum, Hydroxypropyl Starch, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate, Propylene Carbonate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Benzoate, Squalane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Stearoyl Glutamic Acid, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Citric Acid, Isostearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglyceridePentylene 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 GlycolAluminum 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 HydroxidePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSilica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaCi 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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Hourglass Cosmetics Hourglass Vanish Seamless Foundation Stick 32 ingredients
Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation 39 ingredients
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