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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantTalc
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Nylon-12
Silica
Abrasive
C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester
Emulsifying
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Dimethiconol Stearate
EmollientAlumina
Abrasive
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantMica, Talc, Dimethicone, Nylon-12, Silica, C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone, C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester, Dimethiconol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dimethiconol Stearate, Alumina, Lauroyl Lysine, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77288
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer
Skin ConditioningAcrylates Copolymer
Propanediol
Solvent
Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingDisodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPropylene Carbonate
SolventEthylene/Octene Copolymer
Ethylene/Sodium Acrylate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Chloride
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Acmella Oleracea Extract
Skin Protecting1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDisodium EDTA
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Vp/Va Copolymer
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingAmodimethicone
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Water, Dimethicone, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Glycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, Acrylates Copolymer, Propanediol, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Propylene Carbonate, Ethylene/Octene Copolymer, Ethylene/Sodium Acrylate Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Chloride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Acmella Oleracea Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Tin Oxide, Vp/Va Copolymer, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Amodimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Potassium Sorbate, Parfum
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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.
This ingredient is a silicone-based emulsifer that helps the water and oil phases play nicely together. It's so effective because one end of the molecule loves oil and the other one loves water.
Besides holding formulas together, it also leaves a silky and lightweight feel on skin without the greasiness. A manufacturer also claims it can help with the controlled release of active ingredients.
The CIR Expert Panel found this ingredient to not be sensitizing in concentrations up to 15% in human maximazation testing and dimethicone-based compounds were not comedogenic.
It has a high molecular weight well above 1,000 g/mol which means it limits meaningful skin penetration.
A 2019 study specifically tested this ingredient and found no observable Malassezia growth in its presence.
Learn more about Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 DimethiconeDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
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 DimethiconePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateTocopheryl 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 Acetate
