Il Makiage Power Camo Redness Defense Versus e.l.f. cosmetics Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide
Updated on March 25, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Il Makiage Power Camo Redness Defense 30 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide 20 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Il Makiage Power Camo Redness Defense 30 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
Emollient
Undecane
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTridecane
Perfuming
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract
Emulsion Stabilising
Citrus Tangerina Peel Extract
AstringentSesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Grandis Peel Extract
Astringent
Citrus Junos Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningPsoralea Corylifolia Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Citrus Clementina Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Hedychium Spicatum Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Undecane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Tridecane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Azelaic Acid, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Limonene, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract, Citrus Tangerina Peel Extract, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Citrus Grandis Peel Extract, Citrus Junos Peel Extract, Psoralea Corylifolia Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Citrus Clementina Fruit Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Hedychium Spicatum Extract, CI 77891, CI 77288, CI 77007, CI 77492
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
PEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
PEG-240/Hdi Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether
StabilisingPotassium Laurate
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, PEG-150 Distearate, Polysorbate 80, Tocopherol, Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, PEG-240/Hdi Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether, Potassium Laurate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Disodium EDTA, Pentylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, CI 16035, CI 19140
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Il Makiage Power Camo Redness Defense 30 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide 20 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Il Makiage Power Camo Redness Defense 30 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide 20 ingredients
I would say that this is a budget friendly dupe for the Milk Hydro Grip Primer with the additional benefit of Niacinamide for extra brightening. I feel that this helps my makeup stay well in place without drying my under eye area. I'm also a fan of the dewy glow that comes after application.
Cleared up my skin immediately! My face feels very smooth and my makeup look flawless for my skin type😍
