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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory versus Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ .

Last updated on October 17, 2023. Published on November 04, 2022

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Foundation South Korean Brand South Korea
Sunscreen South Korean Brand South Korea

Foundation

A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.

Sunscreen

Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
29
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Reduces Irritation
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Rosacea (2)
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter (2)
Vitamin C
Exfoliators

Benefits

Redness Reducing (2)
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Rosacea (2)
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

Learn more about Water

innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 1.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane

innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 3.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene 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.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 4.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 37.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Peg-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.

innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 7.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 7.

5
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclohexasiloxane is a type of silicone more commonly known as D6. It is an emollient and solvent.

Cyclohexasiloxane is used to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. When applied to the skin, Cyclohexasiloxane evaporates and leaves behind a silky feel.

As an emollient, it can help the skin feel soft and hydrated. It is also used to reduce frizz in hair products.

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innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 8.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 14.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 31.

7
What it does: Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.

It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.

Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.

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innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 20.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 12.

8
What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 23.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 32.

9
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.

As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.

Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.

Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.

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innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 25.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 34.

10
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Disliked

Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.

As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.

According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.

In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.

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innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 26.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 28.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.

As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.

Learn more about Triethoxycaprylylsilane

innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 28.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 35.

12
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Mixed

Glyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut.

Glyceryl Caprylate is used for its emollient and emulsifier properties.

As an emollient, it helps hydrate your skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier on your skin to trap moisture in, helping to keep your skin soft and smooth.

Glyceryl Caprylate helps keep the ingredients such as oil and water together as an emulsifier.

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innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 33.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 36.

13
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

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innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 37.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 39.

14
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

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.

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innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 38.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.

When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.

Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.

If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.

Learn more about Polymethylsilsesquioxane

innisfree No-Sebum Powder Cushion SPF 29 PA++ Ivory contains this as ingredient number 39.

Laneige Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50 PA +++ contains this as ingredient number 9.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

21% are loved or liked
19% have mixed ratings
49% are disliked or very disliked
12% have no rating yet
23% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
43% are disliked or very disliked
28% have no rating yet

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