Huda Beauty The Overachiever Concealer - Sugar Biscuit Versus Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Every-Wear All-Over Face Pen - NC12
Updated on January 09, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe concealers. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Huda Beauty The Overachiever Concealer 37 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Every-Wear All-Over Face Pen 43 ingredients
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Huda Beauty The Overachiever Concealer 37 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Every-Wear All-Over Face Pen 43 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthyl Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Talc
Abrasive
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
EmollientPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract
MaskingSodium Chloride
Masking
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaffeine
Skin ConditioningIsododecane
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tetrasodium EDTA
Anastatica Hierochuntica Extract
AstringentSilica
Abrasive
Parfum
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningDarutoside
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Ethyl Trisiloxane, Dimethicone, Talc, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Propanediol, Glycerin, Diisostearyl Malate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract, Sodium Chloride, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Glyceryl Caprylate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caffeine, Isododecane, Butylene Glycol, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Anastatica Hierochuntica Extract, Silica, Parfum, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Lactobacillus Ferment, Darutoside, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 77499, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Trimethylsiloxysilicate/Dimethiconol Crosspolymer
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polymethyl Methacrylate
PPG-12/Smdi Copolymer
EmollientLauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Lecithin
EmollientCaffeine
Skin ConditioningTriethyl Citrate
Masking
Methicone
Emollient
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingAlumina
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Polysilicone-11
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Chloride
Masking
Dimethicone Silylate
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingDipropylene Glycol
MaskingZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantDisodium EDTA
BHT
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate/Dimethiconol Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Polymethyl Methacrylate, PPG-12/Smdi Copolymer, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lecithin, Caffeine, Triethyl Citrate, Methicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Laureth-7, Alumina, Silica, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polysilicone-11, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone Silylate, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Zinc Stearate, Disodium EDTA, BHT, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Mica, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 WaterDimethicone 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 DimethiconePeg-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.
According to the manufacturer, acidic formulations decrease the stability of this ingredient. It works best in neutral or near neutral formulations.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideThis 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.
Caffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and is rich in antioxidants.
While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.
Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.
Learn more about CaffeineButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Tocopheryl 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 AcetateSilica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaCi 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 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 77891Ingredient Ratings
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