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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of ISADORA Skin Tint Perfecting Cream Foundation Light versus L'Oreal Age Perfect 4-in-1 Tinted Face Balm Foundation 10 Light .

Last updated on October 23, 2023. Published on December 28, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe foundations. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for brightening skin

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Foundation

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

Foundation

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

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

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Benefits

Brightening

Concerns

Drying
Acne Trigger
Rosacea

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Reduces Irritation
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Irritating
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

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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.

ISADORA Skin Tint Perfecting Cream Foundation Light contains this as ingredient number 1.

L'Oreal Age Perfect 4-in-1 Tinted Face Balm Foundation 10 Light contains this as ingredient number 2.

2
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!

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ISADORA Skin Tint Perfecting Cream Foundation Light contains this as ingredient number 2.

L'Oreal Age Perfect 4-in-1 Tinted Face Balm Foundation 10 Light contains this as ingredient number 1.

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.

ISADORA Skin Tint Perfecting Cream Foundation Light contains this as ingredient number 4.

L'Oreal Age Perfect 4-in-1 Tinted Face Balm Foundation 10 Light contains this as ingredient number 23.

4
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate isn't fungal acne safe.

ISADORA Skin Tint Perfecting Cream Foundation Light contains this as ingredient number 5.

L'Oreal Age Perfect 4-in-1 Tinted Face Balm Foundation 10 Light contains this as ingredient number 10.

5
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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ISADORA Skin Tint Perfecting Cream Foundation Light contains this as ingredient number 8.

L'Oreal Age Perfect 4-in-1 Tinted Face Balm Foundation 10 Light contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

ISADORA Skin Tint Perfecting Cream Foundation Light contains this as ingredient number 9.

L'Oreal Age Perfect 4-in-1 Tinted Face Balm Foundation 10 Light contains this as ingredient number 14.

7
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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ISADORA Skin Tint Perfecting Cream Foundation Light contains this as ingredient number 10.

L'Oreal Age Perfect 4-in-1 Tinted Face Balm Foundation 10 Light contains this as ingredient number 32.

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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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ISADORA Skin Tint Perfecting Cream Foundation Light contains this as ingredient number 12.

L'Oreal Age Perfect 4-in-1 Tinted Face Balm Foundation 10 Light contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

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ISADORA Skin Tint Perfecting Cream Foundation Light contains this as ingredient number 16.

L'Oreal Age Perfect 4-in-1 Tinted Face Balm Foundation 10 Light contains this as ingredient number 37.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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 77492

ISADORA Skin Tint Perfecting Cream Foundation Light contains this as ingredient number 17.

L'Oreal Age Perfect 4-in-1 Tinted Face Balm Foundation 10 Light contains this as ingredient number 38.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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.

ISADORA Skin Tint Perfecting Cream Foundation Light contains this as ingredient number 18.

L'Oreal Age Perfect 4-in-1 Tinted Face Balm Foundation 10 Light contains this as ingredient number 39.

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

22% are loved or liked
22% have mixed ratings
56% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet
38% are loved or liked
20% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet

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