Huda Beauty Glowish Blur Jam Silicone-Free Smoothing Primer Versus Wet n Wild Prime Focus Impossible Primer
Updated on April 04, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe face primers. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Huda Beauty Glowish Blur Jam Silicone-Free Smoothing Primer 28 ingredients
Wet n Wild Prime Focus Impossible Primer 16 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Huda Beauty Glowish Blur Jam Silicone-Free Smoothing Primer 28 ingredients
Wet n Wild Prime Focus Impossible Primer 16 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
AbsorbentButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cereus Grandiflorus Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Opuntia Tuna Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Hybrid Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Theobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dextrin
AbsorbentEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Propanediol, Glycerin, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cereus Grandiflorus Flower Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Opuntia Tuna Fruit Extract, Rosa Hybrid Flower Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dextrin, Ethylhexylglycerin, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Sorbic Acid, CI 17200
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
AbsorbentPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Physalis Angulata Extract
Skin ProtectingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPrunus Yedoensis Flower Extract
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantIngredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolThis 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 TriglycerideCaprylyl 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.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCi 17200 is a synthetic reddish-purple dye.
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.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
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 PropanediolWe don't have a description for Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2 yet.
Water. 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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Huda Beauty Glowish Blur Jam Silicone-Free Smoothing Primer 28 ingredients
Wet n Wild Prime Focus Impossible Primer 16 ingredients
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