What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Dimethicone
Emollient
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Decyl Alcohol
Emollient
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
Talc, Mica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891, Silica, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Decyl Alcohol, Magnesium Stearate, Synthetic Wax, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 77492, Octyldodecanol, Lauroyl Lysine, Aluminum Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 73360
Talc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentDimethicone
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Nylon-12
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantWater
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningRosa Rugosa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Mica, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Zea Mays Starch, Dimethicone, Silica, Nylon-12, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Magnesium Stearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77492, Water, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosa Rugosa Flower Extract, Propylene Glycol, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 77492Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
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 (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.
This 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 LysineMagnesium Stearate is a salt that is 2 parts stearic acid and 1 part magnesium.
It is a white powder that can be used to add bulk and color to products by binding to oil ingredients.
This ingredient comes as a powder made up of small, porous, microbeads. It is used to add a silky feel to products and also helps absorb oil.
Mica 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 MicaSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaTalc 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 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
