What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Isododecane
EmollientIsohexadecane
EmollientHydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Triacontanyl Pvp
HumectantSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Silicon
Abrasive
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCalcium Sodium Borosilicate
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
Masking
Silica
Abrasive
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantTin Oxide
Abrasive
Isododecane, Isohexadecane, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Triacontanyl Pvp, Synthetic Wax, Microcrystalline Wax, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Diisostearyl Malate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Silicon, Titanium Dioxide, CI 19140, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, Silica, CI 42090, Tin Oxide
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBHT
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantMethyl Trimethicone, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Isododecane, Microcrystalline Wax, Synthetic Wax, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Tin Oxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, BHT, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 77491, CI 77492, 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.
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate is a bulking agent. It is considered a borosilicate glass; it is composed of powder or flakes of calcium and sodium borosilicates.
This ingredient is used to add volume, shine, and color to products. You'll most likely find this ingredient in makeup products.
According to in-vivo and ex-vivo studies done by a manufacturer, this ingredient works well with UV filters:
Learn more about Calcium Sodium BorosilicateEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about IsododecaneMicrocrystalline Wax is created by de-oiling petroleum. It is highly refined and purified before being added to cosmetics.
Microcrystalline Wax is used to enhance the texture and create even consistency. It helps stabilize a product by preventing ingredients from separating.
This silica is mainly used to thicken oils and suspend particles in oils. It is not water soluble.
According to the manufacturer, it:
The manufacturer also claims this ingredient to be useful in makeup.
In lipstick formulations, this ingredient improves color payoff, reduces pigment settling, and reduces oil bleeding. This ingredient also improves the grip of powder products such as dry shampoos.
Learn more about Silica Dimethyl SilylateSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteSynthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxTin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.
Tin Oxide helps remove translucency in a product, or make it more opaque. Besides adding opacity, tin oxide is used for bulking to add volume.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateThis silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about Trimethylsiloxysilicate
