Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Loose Powder For Under Eyes - #1 Versus Danessa Myricks Beauty Evolution Setting & Blurring Loose Powder - Pink
Updated on January 17, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both setting spray & powders. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Loose Powder For Under Eyes 14 ingredients
Danessa Myricks Beauty Evolution Setting & Blurring Loose Powder 10 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Loose Powder For Under Eyes 14 ingredients
Danessa Myricks Beauty Evolution Setting & Blurring Loose Powder 10 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientP-Anisic Acid
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phalaenopsis Amabilis Extract
HumectantTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Zea Mays Oil
Emulsifying
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylene/Methacrylate Copolymer
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
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 DimethiconeSilica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaTalc 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 TalcIngredient Ratings
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