Kevyn Aucoin The Sculpting Contour Powder - Medium Versus Etude House Contour Powder - #1 Creator
Updated on August 23, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe contours. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
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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Ingredient Info
Kevyn Aucoin The Sculpting Contour Powder 18 ingredients
Etude House Contour Powder 19 ingredients
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Kevyn Aucoin The Sculpting Contour Powder 18 ingredients
Etude House Contour Powder 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Nylon-12
Talc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Ptfe
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingLaminaria Ochroleuca Extract
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantTalc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
EmollientNylon-12
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientMagnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
Emollient
CI 77491
Cosmetic Colorant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningAminopropyl Dimethicone
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Alumina
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Nylon-12 is a polymer. It is derived from 12-aminododecanoic acid, an omega-amino fatty acid
According to a manufacturer, it is a talc substitute. Like talc, nylon-12 gives products a satin feel. The manufacturer also claims this ingredients does not block pores and has moderate oil absorption.
This ingredient may not be reef-safe.
Learn more about Nylon-12Talc 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 TalcMica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. 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.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaCi 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 77891Ingredient Ratings
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