Lakme 9 To 5 CC Cream SPF 30 - Honey Versus The Derma Co 2% Niacinamide High Coverage Foundation SPF 40 - Natural
Updated on March 21, 2025
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, niacinamide and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Lakme 9 To 5 CC Cream SPF 30 43 ingredients
The Derma Co 2% Niacinamide High Coverage Foundation SPF 40 29 ingredients
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Lakme 9 To 5 CC Cream SPF 30 43 ingredients
The Derma Co 2% Niacinamide High Coverage Foundation SPF 40 29 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Chloride
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Sulfate
Cyclomethicone
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Cyclotetrasiloxane
Emollient
Bisabolol
Masking
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
MaskingCholesterol
Emollient
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantSucrose Distearate
Emollient
Alumina
Abrasive
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Benzyl Acetate
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Amyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Potassium Chloride, CI 77492, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Cyclomethicone, Parfum, CI 77491, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Bisabolol, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Cholesterol, DMDM Hydantoin, CI 77499, Sucrose Distearate, Alumina, Allantoin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Benzyl Acetate, Limonene, Amyl Cinnamal, Citral
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Isododecane
EmollientTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Simethicone
Emollient
Alumina
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrogenated Didecene
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tropolone
Skin ConditioningCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, CI 77891, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Isododecane, Titanium Dioxide, Simethicone, Alumina, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Squalane, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Didecene, Niacinamide, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, CI 77492, Lauroyl Lysine, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Tropolone, CI 77491, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Hyaluronate, 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.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateTitanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideCi 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 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 77491Disteardimonium 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 HectoriteTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneCi 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.
Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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