Mac Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder - Light Plus Versus Laura Mercier Ultra Blur Translucent Lose Setting Powder - Translucent
Updated on January 17, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both setting spray & powders. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Mac Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder 26 ingredients
Laura Mercier Ultra Blur Translucent Lose Setting Powder 18 ingredients
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Mac Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder 26 ingredients
Laura Mercier Ultra Blur Translucent Lose Setting Powder 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Yeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77289
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Mica, Dimethicone, Isopropyl Palmitate, Polysorbate 20, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Yeast Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lauroyl Lysine, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 77163, CI 75470, CI 77288, CI 77289, CI 77510, CI 77742, CI 77007, CI 42090, CI 15850, CI 19140, CI 15985
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentSilica
Abrasive
C13-15 Alkane
SolventEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Blue 1 Lake
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantIngredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaThis ingredient comes from a fatty acid (lauric acid) and amino acid (lysine). It is used to add a silky feel to cosmetics.
According to a manufacturer, its fatty acid base leaves a silky feeling on the skin. It also has emollient properties because of this. Emollients help soften skin by preventing water from evaporating.
Lauroyl lysine is barely soluble in water.
Learn more about Lauroyl LysineCi 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 77891This ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
This ingredient is used to add a violet color to cosmetics.
It is created by reacting phosphoric acid, ammonium dihydrogen orthophosphate, and manganese dioxide.
This pigment is called Ultramarine blue lazurite. It gives a saturated blue color, but can be used to create other colors as well.
According to the manufacturer, it is usually made from kaolin, sodium sulfate, sodium carbonate, sulfur, and charcoal.
Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850CI 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Ingredient Ratings
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Mac Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder 26 ingredients
Laura Mercier Ultra Blur Translucent Lose Setting Powder 18 ingredients
