Hourglass Cosmetics Hourglass Vanish Seamless Foundation Stick Buff

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Foundation

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Updated on October 26, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and cruelty-free foundations. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Ingredient Info

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Hourglass Cosmetics Hourglass Vanish Seamless Foundation Stick 32 ingredients

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Soft Glow Foundation 32 ingredients

About this product

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Hourglass Cosmetics Hourglass Vanish Seamless Foundation Stick 32 ingredients

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Soft Glow Foundation 32 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Hourglass Vanish Seamless Foundation Stick

Phenyl Trimethicone

Skin Conditioning

C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate

Emollient

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UV Absorber

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Euphorbia Cerifera Wax

Ceresin

Polyethylene

Pentylene Glycol

Microcrystalline Wax

Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate

Emulsifying

Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer

Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer

1,2-Hexanediol

Aluminum Hydroxide

BHT

Caprylyl Glycol

Dimethicone

Ethylhexylglycerin

Illicium 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

Methicone

Mica

Phenoxyethanol

Propanediol

Silica

Talc

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Iron Oxides

CI 77891

Cosmetic Colorant

Ambient Soft Glow Foundation

Water

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclohexasiloxane

Isododecane

Trimethylsiloxysilicate

Emollient

Glycerin

Humectant

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Butylene Glycol

Humectant

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Dimethicone

Emollient

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Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone

Emulsifying

Polymethylsilsesquioxane

1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning

Disteardimonium Hectorite

Stabilising

Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer

Skin Conditioning

Magnesium Sulfate

Sorbitan Sesquioleate

Emulsifying

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Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Skin Conditioning

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer

Aluminum Hydroxide

Emollient

Tribehenin

Emollient

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Caprylyl Glycol

Tocopheryl Acetate

Ethylhexylglycerin

Xanthan Gum

Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract

Skin Protecting

Dipropylene Glycol

Masking

Sodium Citrate

Buffering

Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract

Skin Conditioning

Tocopherol

Antioxidant

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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Antimicrobial

CI 77891

Cosmetic Colorant

Iron Oxides

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.

It is a:

Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
Emollient, helping to soften skin
Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives

Aluminum Hydroxide

Emollient, Humectant, Skin Protecting

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.

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Caprylyl Glycol

Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Caprylyl 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.

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Dimethicone

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.

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.

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Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.

As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.

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Iron Oxides

This ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.

CI 77891

Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 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 77891