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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantTalc
AbrasiveKaolin
AbrasiveSilica
AbrasiveCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantOctyldodecanol
EmollientSynthetic Wax
AbrasiveEthylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientMagnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientDimethicone
EmollientCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantMethicone
EmollientSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Calcium Titanium Borosilicate
AbrasivePolybutene
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentHydrogen Dimethicone
Tin Oxide
AbrasiveCalcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 73360
Cosmetic ColorantMica, Talc, Kaolin, Silica, CI 77891, Octyldodecanol, Synthetic Wax, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Magnesium Stearate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone, CI 77492, CI 77742, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 77499, CI 77491, Methicone, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Titanium Borosilicate, Polybutene, Boron Nitride, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Tin Oxide, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Diisostearyl Malate, Zinc Stearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 73360
Talc
AbrasiveDimethicone
EmollientMica
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingPolymethyl Methacrylate
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic ColorantTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Ultramarines
Kaolin
AbrasiveLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientMagnesium Myristate
Isocetyl Myristate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
AntioxidantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Dimethicone, Mica, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Titanium Dioxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ultramarines, Kaolin, Lauroyl Lysine, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Magnesium Myristate, Isocetyl Myristate, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, CI 77492, CI 77742, CI 77491, CI 15850
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCi 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.
Learn more about CI 77491CI 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 77492This ingredient is used to add a violet color to cosmetics.
It is created by reacting phosphoric acid, ammonium dihydrogen orthophosphate, and manganese dioxide.
Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
Dimethicone 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 DimethiconeEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinKaolin is a clay. It is used for oil control and to help minimize pores. Like other clays, kaolin has the ability to absorb excess sebum or oil. This can help clean out pores and mattify the skin.
Some types of kaolin may have exfoliating properties. When water is added to kaolin, it becomes a paste with small abrasive particles.
Most kaolin is a white color, but may be pink/orange/red depending on where it comes from.
The name 'kaolin' comes from a Chinese village named 'Gaoling'. Kaolin clay comes from rocks rich in kaolinite. Kaolinite, the mineral, has a silicate layered structure. Kaolinite is formed from chemical weathering of aluminum siilicate minerals.
Besides skincare, kaolin is commonly used to make glossy paper, in ceramics, toothpaste, and as medicine to soothe stomach issues.
Learn more about KaolinThis 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 MicaTalc 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 TalcTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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 Triethoxycaprylylsilane