Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime Skin Base Visage Versus Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime Fix+ Makeup Setting Spray - Rose
Updated on August 13, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime Skin Base Visage 37 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime Fix+ Makeup Setting Spray 18 ingredients
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Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime Skin Base Visage 37 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime Fix+ Makeup Setting Spray 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polysilicone-11
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Gelidiella Acerosa Extract
Skin ProtectingMorus Bombycis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHypnea Musciformis Extract
Skin ProtectingVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPoria Cocos Sclerotium Extract
AstringentScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentLaminaria Saccharina Extract
Skin ProtectingAlgae Extract
Emollient
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Isopentyldiol
HumectantSucrose
HumectantSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantAlumina
Abrasive
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Magnesium Myristate
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingMagnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Gelidiella Acerosa Extract, Morus Bombycis Root Extract, Hypnea Musciformis Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Algae Extract, Caffeine, Silica, Isopentyldiol, Sucrose, Saccharide Isomerate, Alumina, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Magnesium Myristate, Polysorbate 20, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 77163
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientChamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Arginine
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningCitronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caffeine, Panthenol, Arginine, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Citronellol, Geraniol, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 WaterTocopheryl 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 AcetateCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
This ingredient has many skin benefits:
This ingredient contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off molecules that damage skin cells.
On top of that, the antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties.
Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Other compounds found in tea include: Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCaffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and is rich in antioxidants.
While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.
Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.
Learn more about CaffeineButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolPhenoxyethanol 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.
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Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime Skin Base Visage 37 ingredients
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