Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of KIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose versus Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium .
Last updated on November 26, 2023. Published on December 09, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free foundations. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones and sulfates
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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.
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Ingredient Info
KIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 34 ingredients
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 37 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Paraben Free
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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KIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 34 ingredients
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 37 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
KIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 34 ingredients
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 37 ingredients
Pyrus Malus Fruit Water • Water • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Isododecane • Dimethicone • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Glycerin • Propanediol • Phenyl Trimethicone • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Chloride • Magnesium Sulfate • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Potassium Sorbate • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Aluminum Hydroxide • Benzoic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Dehydroacetic Acid • Lecithin • Propylene Carbonate • Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Tocopherol • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Citric Acid • CI 77492 • CI 77491 • CI 77499
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cyclohexasiloxane • Talc • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Titanium Dioxide • Glycerin • Nylon-12 • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Zinc Oxide • Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer • Phenoxyethanol • Benzyl Alcohol • Sodium Chloride • Magnesium Sulfate • Hydrogen Dimethicone • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Alumina • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Dehydroacetic Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Benzoic Acid • Dimethicone • Tetrasodium EDTA • Tocopheryl Acetate • Aluminum Hydroxide • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Propylene Carbonate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Butylene Glycol • Silica • Ethylhexylglycerin • Fomes Officinalis Extract • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • CI 77891 • CI 77499
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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!
Learn more about WaterKIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 2.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
KIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 5.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 23.
This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
KIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 7.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 5.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinKIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 8.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 7.
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.
KIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 13.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 12.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideKIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 14.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 14.
Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.
In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.
You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.
One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.
Learn more about Magnesium SulfateKIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 15.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 15.
This ingredient is a preservative with antimicrobial properties. It is the sodium salt of dehydroacetic acid.
It is especially effective at preventing bacterial and fungal growth in low concentrations.
KIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 16.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 17.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneKIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 17.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 27.
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.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateKIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 18.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 21.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteKIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 19.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 19.
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.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideKIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 20.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 26.
Benzoic Acid is used to preserve and adjust the pH of products.
The antimicrobial property of Benzoic Acid helps elongate a product's shelf life. Its main role is to reduce fungi growth and is not found to be effective at fighting bacteria. Therefore Benzoic Acid is always added along with other preservatives.
In its pure form, Benzoic Acid looks like a white crystalline solid. It has slight solubility in water.
The name of Benzoic Acid comes from gum benzoin, which used to be the sole source of deriving this ingredient. Benzoic Acid is the most simple aromatic carboxylic acid.
Benzoic Acid is naturally occuring in strawberries, mustard, cinnamon, and cloves. It has a slight scent but is not considered to be a fragrance.
Learn more about Benzoic AcidKIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 21.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 22.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateKIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 22.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 30.
Dehydroacetic Acid is fungicide and bactericide. It is used as a preservative in cosmetics. Preservatives help elongate the shelf life of a product.
Dehydroacetic Acid is not soluble in water.
KIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 23.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 20.
This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateKIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 25.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 29.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
KIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 27.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 33.
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.
KIKO Milano Instamoisture Glow Foundation 1 Rose contains this as ingredient number 34.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation 5 Medium contains this as ingredient number 37.
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