Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream - Goldlite Versus Beautydrugs Strobbling - Strobing Cream
Updated on March 06, 2025
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream 45 ingredients
Beautydrugs Strobbling - Strobing Cream 24 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream 45 ingredients
Beautydrugs Strobbling - Strobing Cream 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetyl Ricinoleate
Emollient
Glyceryl Distearate
Emollient
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Cholesterol
Emollient
Steareth-10
Emulsifying
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Morus Bombycis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCeramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Cyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Isohexadecane
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Sucrose
Humectant
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
EDTA
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Sodium Sulfite
Preservative
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Glyceryl Distearate, Trisiloxane, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Cholesterol, Steareth-10, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Cetyl Esters, Cetyl Alcohol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Morus Bombycis Root Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Ceramide Ng, Cyanocobalamin, Glycerin, Isohexadecane, Silica, Tin Oxide, Sucrose, Polysorbate 80, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Linoleic Acid, Panthenol, Parfum, Disodium EDTA, EDTA, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Sulfite, Mica, CI 77891, CI 14700
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin Conditioning
Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Illicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Astringent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Paraffinum Liquidum, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Diisostearyl Malate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Titanium Dioxide, Water, Niacinamide, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Silk, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, CI 77492, CI 77491, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Adenosine, Parfum
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 WaterButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract comes from the Baikal skullcap or Chinese skullcap plant. This plant is native to Northeast Asia and can be found in China, Mongolia, Korea, and Siberia.
In cosmetics, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This is due to the flavonoid composition of Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract.
In Chinese traditional folk medicine, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is used to help treat lung issues and hypertension.
Learn more about Scutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractParfum 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.
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Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream 45 ingredients
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Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream 45 ingredients
One of my most impulsive (and questionable) beauty purchases. This cream has a very specific purpose - it’s meant to be applied under foundation, where its intense shimmer subtly shines through layers of makeup for a radiant effect. Some claim it works on its own, but in my opinion, it just makes the skin look sweaty, not glowy. It might work as a highlighter on certain areas, though.
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