Live Tinted HUESTICK Complexion Stick Versus Lys Beauty Triple Fix Blurring Skin Tint Foundation Stick
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientIsoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Phenylisopropyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Lycium Barbarum Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialOleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sunflower Seed Oil Glycerides
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Methicone
Emollient
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Alumina
Abrasive
Datem
EmollientTrihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Glucomannan
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Isononyl Isononanoate, Isoamyl Laurate, Phenylisopropyl Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Synthetic Wax, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Silica, Dimethicone, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ceramide NP, Squalane, Lycium Barbarum Seed Oil, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sunflower Seed Oil Glycerides, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Methicone, Tin Oxide, Alumina, Datem, Trihydroxystearin, Glucomannan, CI 77891, Iron Oxides
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingPolyisobutene
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glucomannan
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Palmitate, Diisostearyl Malate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Synthetic Wax, Ceresin, Polyisobutene, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glucomannan, Silica, Trihydroxystearin, Phenoxyethanol, CI 16035, CI 77491, 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.
This ingredient is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEthylhexyl Palmitate, also known as octyl palmitate, is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid.
In cosmetics, it plays many roles:
One thing worth noting: a controlled study found this ingredient applied under occlusion to acne-prone subjects increased microcomedones. Just keep in mind this was under occlusive conditions and don't reflect how most products are used day-to-day.
For most people, this is a well-tolerated and lightweight ingredient.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is a fatty acid ester.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateGlucomannan is a fiber created from the Konjac plant. It is an emulsifier and thickener.
The high polysaccharide content makes it great at adjusting the texture of products. (Kind of like starch).
Polysaccharides also help our skin stay hydrated.
This ingredient is water-soluble.
Learn more about GlucomannanIsononyl Isononanoate is a synthetic skin-conditioner and texture enhancer. It is created from nonanoic acid, a fatty acid found in cocoa and lavender oil.
As an emollient, Isononyl Isononanoate helps keep your skin soft and smooth. This is because emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in.
Isononyl Isononanoate helps give products a velvet feel and improves spreadability.
Learn more about Isononyl IsononanoateSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSynthetic Wax is a manufactured hydrocarbon wax. In formulas, it works as an occlusive emollient that helps reduce water loss and improves the spreadability of products.
Research comparing synthetic wax to traditional mineral-derived products found that formulas containing it perform as well for skin hydration.
It is considered non-comedogenic and vegan-friendly.
It has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxThis ingredient comes from Hydroxystearic Acid, a fatty acid, and glycerin. It is used to thicken oils.
Due to its fatty acid content, it is a natural emollient.
Creating trihydroxystearin involves using a chemical reaction between hydrogen and castor oil.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Trihydroxystearin
