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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
AbrasiveMica
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
EmollientC10-18 Triglycerides
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDimethiconol Stearate
EmollientZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
EmollientC20-24 Alkyl Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientSilica
AbrasivePolyethylene
AbrasivePolybutene
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientPhenylisopropyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCopernicia Cerifera Wax
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningTin Oxide
AbrasiveTocopherol
AntioxidantLecithin
EmollientAscorbyl Palmitate
AntioxidantGlyceryl Oleate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientCitric Acid
BufferingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Mica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, C10-18 Triglycerides, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethiconol Stearate, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone, C20-24 Alkyl Dimethicone, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Diisostearyl Malate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Silica, Polyethylene, Polybutene, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Phenylisopropyl Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Lauroyl Lysine, Tin Oxide, Tocopherol, Lecithin, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Oleate, Glyceryl Stearate, Citric Acid, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77742
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Silica
AbrasiveCaprylyl Methicone
Skin ConditioningMica
Cosmetic ColorantDimethiconol
EmollientMagnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
EmollientGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
EmollientTin Oxide
AbrasiveMagnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialWater
Skin ConditioningTalc
AbrasiveCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Dehydroacetate
PreservativePhenoxyethanol
PreservativeAluminum Dimyristate
Emulsion StabilisingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingSorbic Acid
PreservativeEthylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPoloxamer 338
EmulsifyingPolyethylene Terephthalate
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
MaskingPolylactic Acid
AbrasivePolymethyl Methacrylate
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Polyurethane-11
Cocos Nucifera Oil
MaskingSynthetic Wax
AbrasiveMagnesium Myristate
Acrylates Copolymer
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaesalpinia Sappan Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningIron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77000
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCalcium Sodium Borosilicate, Silica, Caprylyl Methicone, Mica, Dimethiconol, Magnesium Stearate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Pentylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Tin Oxide, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Water, Talc, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Zinc Stearate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Aluminum Dimyristate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sorbic Acid, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Poloxamer 338, Polyethylene Terephthalate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Polylactic Acid, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polyurethane-11, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Synthetic Wax, Magnesium Myristate, Acrylates Copolymer, Lauroyl Lysine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caesalpinia Sappan Bark Extract, Iron Oxides, CI 77891, CI 77742, CI 77007, CI 16035, CI 19140, CI 77000, CI 42090
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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.
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate is a bulking agent. It is considered a borosilicate glass; it is composed of powder or flakes of calcium and sodium borosilicates.
This ingredient is used to add volume, shine, and color to products. You'll most likely find this ingredient in makeup products.
According to in-vivo and ex-vivo studies done by a manufacturer, this ingredient works well with UV filters:
Learn more about Calcium Sodium BorosilicateThis ingredient is a lightweight 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. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. 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. Be sure to 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.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideThis ingredient is used to add a violet color to cosmetics.
It is created by reacting phosphoric acid, ammonium dihydrogen orthophosphate, and manganese dioxide.
Ci 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 77891Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
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 DimethiconeThis ingredient comes from a fatty acid (lauric acid) and amino acid (lysine). It is used to add a silky feel to cosmetics.
According to a manufacturer, its fatty acid base leaves a silky feeling on the skin. It also has emollient properties because of this. Emollients help soften skin by preventing water from evaporating.
Lauroyl lysine is barely soluble in water.
Learn more about Lauroyl LysineMica is a naturally occurring mineral used to add shimmer and color in cosmetics. It can also help improve the texture of a product or give it an opaque, white/silver color.
Serecite is the name for very fine but ragged grains of mica.
This ingredient is often coated with metal oxides like titanium dioxide. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Learn more about MicaOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate is created from stearic acid.
It is an emollient and thickens the lipid (oil) portion of a product. Due to its emollient properties, it may not be fungal-acne safe.
This ingredient is also known as PMMA. It is a polymer microsphere, composed of tiny, perfectly spherical particles formed from repeating units.
In cosmetics, PMMA is mainly used to give a soft or blurring effect. The transparent particles are able to scatter light and help reduce the appearance of fine-lines and imperfections.
PMMA is also able to enhance the texture of products by add a smooth feel.
Learn more about Polymethyl MethacrylateSilica, 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 FluorphlogopiteTalc 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 TalcTin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.
Tin Oxide helps remove translucency in a product, or make it more opaque. Besides adding opacity, tin oxide is used for bulking to add volume.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicon-based surface modifier that makes sunscreens feel silky and makeup stay put.
Its main job is to coat mineral particles like titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and color pigments in a thin, oily layer so they spread smoothly, don't clump, and stick to skin better.
This ingredient is typically used at low levels (up to 2.5% in eyeshadow and 1% in lipstick).
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneThis silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about TrimethylsiloxysilicateZinc Stearate is the metal salt of stearic acid. It is a white solid used to bind, thicken, and lubricate products.
This ingredient is common in powder makeup, where it helps keep the powder together.
Zinc Stearate is hydrophobic and repels water.
This ingredient can be sourced from non-animal or animal sources. It is best to reach out to the brand to see where they source this ingredient from.
Learn more about Zinc Stearate