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Lumene CC Color Correcting Cream SPF 20 Versus Essence Hydro Hero Primer

Color Corrector

Face Primer

Finnish Brand

German Brand

Updated on April 29, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and cruelty-free . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and silicones

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Ingredient Info

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Lumene CC Color Correcting Cream SPF 20 40 ingredients

Essence Hydro Hero Primer 32 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Lumene CC Color Correcting Cream SPF 20 40 ingredients

Essence Hydro Hero Primer 32 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

CC Color Correcting Cream SPF 20

Water

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclohexasiloxane

C13-15 Alkane

Dimethicone

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UV Absorber

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Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone

Emulsifying

Magnesium Sulfate

Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate

Emulsifying

Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone

Hexyl Laurate

Mica

Butylene Glycol

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Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil

Antioxidant

Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

Titanium Dioxide

Cosmetic Colorant

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Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer

Humectant

Disteardimonium Hectorite

Silica

Aluminum Hydroxide

Propanediol

Propylene Carbonate

PEG-8

Ethylhexylglycerin

Hydrogen Dimethicone

Tocopherol

Antioxidant

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Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate

Hydrated Silica

Abrasive

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Lysine

Skin Conditioning

Magnesium Chloride

Ascorbyl Palmitate

Ascorbic Acid

Citric Acid

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Emollient

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Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Antimicrobial

Parfum

Masking

Iron Oxides

CI 77891

Cosmetic Colorant

Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, C13-15 Alkane, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Hexyl Laurate, Mica, Butylene Glycol, Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil, Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Titanium Dioxide, Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Silica, Aluminum Hydroxide, Propanediol, Propylene Carbonate, PEG-8, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Tocopherol, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Hydrated Silica, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Lysine, Magnesium Chloride, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Parfum, Iron Oxides, CI 77891

Hydro Hero Primer

Water

Skin Conditioning

Silica

Abrasive

Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Emollient

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Emollient

Cetearyl Olivate

Glycerin

Humectant

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Dimethicone

Isoamyl Laurate

Niacinamide

Pentylene Glycol

Sorbitan Olivate

Xylitylglucoside

Cucumis Sativus Juice

Emollient

Panthenol

Skin Conditioning

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Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant

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Anhydroxylitol

Humectant

Propylene Glycol

Humectant

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Tocopheryl Acetate

Xylitol

Allantoin

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Betaine

Humectant

Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice

Ethylhexylglycerin

Sodium Sulfite

Lactic Acid

Sodium Hydroxide

Phosphoric Acid

Citric Acid

Phenoxyethanol

Sodium Benzoate

Potassium Sorbate

Parfum

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Citric Acid

Masking, Buffering

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

Learn more about Citric Acid

Dimethicone

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

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 Dimethicone

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

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.

Parfum

Masking, Perfuming

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.

Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.

The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.

One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

Learn more about Parfum

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol 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.

Silica

Abrasive, Absorbent

Silica 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 Silica

Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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 Water