What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDiethylhexyl Carbonate
EmollientDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Kaolin
Abrasive
Isohexadecane
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Di-C20-40 Alkyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningBoron Nitride
AbsorbentC18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Laurate
Emulsifying
Myristyl Malate Phosphonic Acid
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylhexyl Carbonate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Mica, Synthetic Wax, Kaolin, Isohexadecane, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Di-C20-40 Alkyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Boron Nitride, C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Persea Gratissima Oil, Lecithin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Isostearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitan Oleate, Sorbitan Laurate, Myristyl Malate Phosphonic Acid, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 15850, CI 45410, CI 19140
Magnesium Carbonate
AbsorbentIsohexadecane
EmollientC13-15 Alkane
SolventIsododecane
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Synthetic Candelilla Wax
EmollientKaolin
Abrasive
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil
Perfuming
Zingiber Officinale Root Oil
Masking
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Stearoxy Dimethicone
Emollient
Magnesium Carbonate, Isohexadecane, C13-15 Alkane, Isododecane, Dimethicone, Squalane, Synthetic Wax, Synthetic Candelilla Wax, Kaolin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Zingiber Officinale Root Oil, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Glyceryl Behenate, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Microcrystalline Wax, Polyethylene, Stearoxy Dimethicone
Alternatives
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Isohexadecane is added to enhance texture, emulsify, and to help cleanse. It is an isoparrafin. It is a component of petrolatum.
Due to its large size, Isohexadecane is not absorbed by the skin. Instead, it sits on top and acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin soft and smooth by trapping moisture within.
Isohexadecane is often used in products designed to help oily skin. It is lightweight and non-greasy while helping to moisturize. When mixed with silicones, it gives a product a silky feel.
Learn more about IsohexadecaneKaolin is a clay. It is used for oil control and to help minimize pores. Like other clays, kaolin has the ability to absorb excess sebum or oil. This can help clean out pores and mattify the skin.
Some types of kaolin may have exfoliating properties. When water is added to kaolin, it becomes a paste with small abrasive particles.
Most kaolin is a white color, but may be pink/orange/red depending on where it comes from.
The name 'kaolin' comes from a Chinese village named 'Gaoling'. Kaolin clay comes from rocks rich in kaolinite. Kaolinite, the mineral, has a silicate layered structure. Kaolinite is formed from chemical weathering of aluminum siilicate minerals.
Besides skincare, kaolin is commonly used to make glossy paper, in ceramics, toothpaste, and as medicine to soothe stomach issues.
Learn more about KaolinSynthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxTocopheryl 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
