What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
No benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Nylon-12
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Starch
AbsorbentPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientParfum
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Ultramarines
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
Talc, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Silica, Dimethicone, Nylon-12, Caprylyl Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Oryza Sativa Starch, Phenyl Trimethicone, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Parfum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Benzyl Salicylate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Coumarin, Hydroxycitronellal, Benzyl Benzoate, CI 77492, Iron Oxides, Ultramarines, CI 19140, CI 77499, CI 73360
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Talc
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentTocopherol
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
BHT
Antioxidant
Nylon-12
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantMica, Talc, Dimethicone, Isopropyl Palmitate, Polysorbate 20, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Tocopherol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Lauroyl Lysine, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, BHT, Nylon-12, Tin Oxide, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 77288, CI 77742
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 DimethiconeNylon-12 is a polymer. It is derived from 12-aminododecanoic acid, an omega-amino fatty acid
According to a manufacturer, it is a talc substitute. Like talc, nylon-12 gives products a satin feel. The manufacturer also claims this ingredients does not block pores and has moderate oil absorption.
This ingredient may not be reef-safe.
Learn more about Nylon-12This ingredient is a preservative with antimicrobial properties. It is the sodium salt of dehydroacetic acid.
It is especially effective at preventing bacterial and fungal growth in low concentrations.
Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.
Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.
If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.
Learn more about TalcTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateThis 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.
