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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientCyclohexasiloxane
EmollientC13-15 Alkane
SolventDimethicone
EmollientEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV AbsorberLauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
EmulsifyingMagnesium Sulfate
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
EmulsifyingCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingHexyl Laurate
EmollientMica
Cosmetic ColorantButylene Glycol
HumectantVaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil
AntioxidantCetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Phenoxyethanol
PreservativeTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
HumectantDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSilica
AbrasiveAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPropanediol
SolventPropylene Carbonate
SolventPEG-8
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrogen Dimethicone
Tocopherol
AntioxidantSodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Hydrated Silica
AbrasiveTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Lysine
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Chloride
Ascorbyl Palmitate
AntioxidantAscorbic Acid
AntioxidantCitric Acid
BufferingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialParfum
MaskingIron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, 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
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
EmollientZinc Oxide
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylyl Methicone
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantSilica
AbrasiveIsododecane
EmollientCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningCorn Starch Modified
AbsorbentNiacinamide
SmoothingPolysilicone-11
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Kaolin
AbrasiveSodium Chloride
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantBisabolol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPropanediol
SolventPropylene Carbonate
SolventCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningNymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Zinc Oxide, Caprylyl Methicone, Glycerin, Silica, Isododecane, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Corn Starch Modified, Niacinamide, Polysilicone-11, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Kaolin, Sodium Chloride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bisabolol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propanediol, Propylene Carbonate, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Nymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
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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 high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Dimethicone 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 DimethiconeDisteardimonium 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 HectoritePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolThis ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateSilica, 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 SilicaTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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