Hourglass Cosmetics Vanish Airbrush Primer Versus J.Cat Beauty Instant Skin Brightening Tone-Up Primer H2O Shield
Updated on November 25, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free face primers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
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
Hourglass Cosmetics Vanish Airbrush Primer 20 ingredients
J.Cat Beauty Instant Skin Brightening Tone-Up Primer H2O Shield 31 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Hourglass Cosmetics Vanish Airbrush Primer 20 ingredients
J.Cat Beauty Instant Skin Brightening Tone-Up Primer H2O Shield 31 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Isododecane
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
Magnesium Sulfate
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingC24-28 Alkyl Methicone
Emollient
Propylene Carbonate
SolventDipropylene Glycol
MaskingSodium Citrate
BufferingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Dimethicone, Water, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Silica, Glycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Isododecane, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Magnesium Sulfate, Sodium Benzoate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, C24-28 Alkyl Methicone, Propylene Carbonate, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Citrate, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate
EmollientPPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate
EmollientCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSalvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingPrunus Serrulata Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningIllicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantDisodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Niacinamide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Panthenol, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Sodium Polyacrylate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, CI 17200, Disodium EDTA, Parfum
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 a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
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.
Learn more about DimethiconeDipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterIngredient Ratings
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Hourglass Cosmetics Vanish Airbrush Primer 20 ingredients
J.Cat Beauty Instant Skin Brightening Tone-Up Primer H2O Shield 31 ingredients
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