What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Propylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientHydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientTribehenin
Emollient
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
Trilaurin
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCamellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Propylene Carbonate
SolventTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Polyisobutene, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Diisostearyl Malate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, CI 77891, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dibutyl Adipate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Tribehenin, CI 19140, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Trilaurin, Silica, CI 15850, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Propylene Carbonate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, Water, Butylene Glycol, CI 77492
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Isoeicosane
EmollientVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Diglyceryl Sebacate/Isopalmitate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingTriethyl Citrate
Masking
Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isoeicosane, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Synthetic Wax, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Diisostearyl Malate, CI 77891, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Squalane, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polyethylene, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Silica, Diglyceryl Sebacate/Isopalmitate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Triethyl Citrate, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Tocopherol, CI 19140, CI 15850, CI 77491
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 and skin conditioning agent.
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 is a synthetic emollient that works as a lanolin substitute.
This ingredient is a great vegan option for those avoiding animal-derived ingredients.
It mostly stays on the surface of skin where it helps hydrate due to its large molecular size and low water solubility.
Due to it being derived from fatty acids, this ingredient may not be Malassezia or fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (aka MCT Oil) is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping to prevent moisture loss.
Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. One perk of this ingredient is that it is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid.
In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Just patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
This ingredient is treated as the gold standard fungal acne safe oil. Even though it is coconut derived, the problematic lauric acid is stripped out.
This leaves just caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) acid. These chain lengths actually trend antifungal; a 2020 study found caprylic acid was enough to disrupt Malassezia furfur cell membrane, with a caprylic acid derivative damaging membrane structures at concentrations as low as 0.2%.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850CI 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Ci 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 77891Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.
Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is a plant-derived emulsifier and pigment-dispersing agent with a non-sticky skin feel.
It helps products glide on smoothly and prevents oil and water from separating in a formula, making it suitable for sunscreen and makeup formulations.
The EU inventory of cosmetics has no use restrictions on this ingredient and it is considered well-tolerated.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is derived from isostearic acid.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteTocopherol 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 TocopherolEuphorbia Cerifera Wax (aka candelilla wax) is a vegan stand-in for beeswax. It is a plant-derived wax that functions as an astringent, emulsion stabilizer, film-former, and skin conditioner.
On skin, it forms a protective barrier that helps lock in moisture while it enhances product stability, prevents separation, and helps color last longer in makeup.
This ingredient is generally safe for use in cosmetics with one nuance: some grades of candelilla wax can naturally contain benzyl alcohol at concentrations high enough to require declaration under EU labeling rules. This isn't a concern for most people but relevant for those with fragrance sensitivities.
Candelilla wax contains fatty acids (mainly C31) and wax esters that can be used by the Malassezia yeast, so this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.
You might see Euphorbia Cerifera "Cera" instead of "wax". This is because some brands, databases, or labels use it interchangeably; they're the same ingredient.
Learn more about Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
