innisfree Matte Mineral Setting Powder Versus Too Cool For School Artclass By Rodin Finish Setting Pact
Updated on August 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe setting spray & powders. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
innisfree Matte Mineral Setting Powder 17 ingredients
Too Cool For School Artclass By Rodin Finish Setting Pact 14 ingredients
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innisfree Matte Mineral Setting Powder 17 ingredients
Too Cool For School Artclass By Rodin Finish Setting Pact 14 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Silica
Abrasive
Corn Starch Modified
AbsorbentDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Methicone
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningEthylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingMineral Salts
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract
MaskingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Silica, Corn Starch Modified, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Mica, Methicone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Caprylate, Water, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Mineral Salts, Butylene Glycol, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Silica 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 SilicaEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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 WaterButylene 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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
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