Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite versus GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ .
Published on October 29, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 36 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Ingredient Info
Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream 46 ingredients
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ 50 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream 46 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream 46 ingredients
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ 50 ingredients
Rosa Damascena Flower Water • Dimethicone • Butylene Glycol • Cetyl Ricinoleate • Glyceryl Distearate • Trisiloxane • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Cholesterol • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Steareth-10 • Cetyl Esters • Cetyl Alcohol • Silica • Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Morus Bombycis Root Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Saccharomyces Lysate Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Panthenol • Ceramide Ng • Xanthan Gum • Sucrose • Glycerin • Cyanocobalamin • Tin Oxide • Caprylyl Glycol • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Hexylene Glycol • Polysorbate 80 • Sodium Citrate • Sodium Sulfite • Sodium Metabisulfite • Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer • Linoleic Acid • Isohexadecane • Citric Acid • Parfum • EDTA • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Mica • CI 77891 • CI 14700
Water • Dimethicone • Butylene Glycol • Glyceryl Distearate • Cetyl Ricinoleate • Trisiloxane • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Cholesterol • Steareth-10 • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Cetyl Esters • Cetyl Alcohol • Glycerin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Algae Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Saccharomyces Lysate Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Ceramide Ng • Isohexadecane • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Sucrose • Polysorbate 80 • Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer • Xanthan Gum • Caprylyl Glycol • Hexylene Glycol • Citric Acid • Linoleic Acid • Panthenol • Parfum • Limonene • Citral • Linalool • Disodium EDTA • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Sodium Citrate • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77891 • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • CI 42090 • CI 14700 • CI 17200 • CI 19140
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Ingredients Explained
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Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 2.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Butylene 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.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 3.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Cetyl Ricinoleate isn't fungal acne safe.
Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 4.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Glyceryl Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 5.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Trisiloxane is a type of silicone.
Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 6.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Glyceryl Stearate Se is a self-emulsifying (SE) form of glyceryl stearate. Self-emusifying means this ingredient automatically blends with water. It is an emulsifier, emollient, and cleansing agent.
As an emulsifier, Glyceryl Stearate Se prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant, meaning it helps cleanse the skin. Surfactants help gather oil, dirt, and other pollutants so they may be rinsed away easily.
Emollients help your skin stay smooth and soft. It does so by creating a film on top of the skin that helps trap moisture in.
Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate SeMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 7.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Cholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.
Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.
Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.
Learn more about CholesterolMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 8.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 8.
This ingredient is the fixed oil extracted from seeds of the desert shrub Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil. The seed oil is liquid wax ester from the plant. It is non-comedogenic.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient. Jojoba contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help protect your skin against free-radical damage. This may help in anti-aging.
Jojoba seed oil is a humectant, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some bacteria. It has also been shown to help in wound healing. Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns.
It is found to be similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. Jojoba oil may even help with regulating sebum production.
Although jojoba oil is non-comedogenic, we recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have any concerns.
Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Jojoba is native to the southwestern US.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 9.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 10.
Steareth-10 is an ether of stearyl alcohol. It is a waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients.
This ingredient may not be acne safe.
Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 10.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Cetyl Esters is a synthetic wax made up of mostly fatty acids and fatty alcohols. It is strcturally similar to wax taken from whales.
As an emollient, it creates a thin barrier on the skin. This barrier prevents moisture from escaping.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Cetyl EstersMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 11.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 12.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Cetyl Alcohol is not related to SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Its main roles are:
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 12.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Camellia 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.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract has many benefits. It contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules that damage skin cells. 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. L-theanine is an amino acid that makes up most of the amino acids found in tea leaves. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also contains Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also has antimicrobial properties.
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 ExtractMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 15.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 18.
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract is extract from Apples. Apples are rich in Vitamin C, sugars, and antioxidants.
The sugar in Apples are humectants and help hydrate the skin. On top of that, apples also contain some acids, such as malic acid. These acids may have a mild exfoliating effect.
Last, the phytochemicals found in apples are strong antioxidants. These antioxidants help with anti-aging as they protect your skin cells against oxidative damage.
Learn more about Pyrus Malus Fruit ExtractMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 16.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 20.
Scutellaria 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 and hypertension.
Learn more about Scutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 18.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 22.
Saccharomyces Lysate Extract is from the yeast Saccharomyces. This ingredient is created from the cell walls of Saccharomyces.
As a humectant, Saccharomyces Lysate Extract helps draw moisture to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
Saccharomyces is also known as brewer's yeast and was traditionally used to make beer.
Learn more about Saccharomyces Lysate ExtractMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 19.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 21.
Tocopheryl 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 AcetateMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 20.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 21.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 16.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 22.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 34.
Ceramide NG is a type of Ceramide. The NG stands for a sphinganine base.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP Ceramide NP
Learn more about Ceramide NgMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 23.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 23.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 24.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 29.
Sucrose is a natural sugar found in fruits, vegetables, and nuts. It is the main constituent of white sugar.
In skincare, sucrose is a humectant and can be a mild exfoliant.
Sucrose is hydrophilic, meaning it attracts water. This makes it an effective humectant and helps hydrate the skin.
Studies show sugars may worsen acne-prone skin due to it disrupting the skin's natural biome. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
In some products such as body scrubs, sucrose is used as an gentle exfoliant.
The term 'sucrose' comes from the french word for sugar, 'sucre'.
Learn more about SucroseMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 25.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 26.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 26.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 GlycolMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 29.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 30.
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) is a form of Vitamin C and is an antioxidant. It can help to reduce redness, improve skin texture, reduce the effects of aging, reduce the visibility of dark spots, and brighten skin.
MAP is created by combining ascorbic acid with magnesium salt. While MAP more gentle on the skin than ascorbic acid, it is thought to be less easily-absorbed into the skin.
Due to MAP's stability up to a pH level of 7, it is more stable to air and sunlight exposure than ascorbic acid. The best pH range for MAP is between 5 and 6.
Like other forms of Vitamin C, MAP has been shown to help reduce hyperpigmentation and simulate collagen production.
As an antioxidant, it helps protect your skin against the signs of aging.
Learn more about Magnesium Ascorbyl PhosphateMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 30.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 40.
Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant. Glycols are a class of alcohols. Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, Hexylene Glycol helps gather dirt and oil on your skin to be washed away.
As an emulsifier, Hexylene Glycol helps keep water and oil together. This prevents them from separating in a product. Hexylene Glycol also thins out the texture of a product by lessening viscosity.
Hexylene Glycol has a small molecular weight.
Learn more about Hexylene GlycolMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 31.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 31.
Polysorbate 80 is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is used to keep ingredients together, and prevent oils and waters from separating.
It is made from polyethoxylated sorbitan and oleic acid. This ingredient can be found in cosmetics, foods, and medicine. It is water-soluble.
Polysorbate 80 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 80Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 32.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 27.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Sodium Citrate helps maintain the pH of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Sodium Citrate is a chelating agent. It neutralizes metal ions from water and prevents them from binding to other ingredients. This ensures the other ingredients will not be altered.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 33.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 41.
We don't have a description for Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer.
Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 36.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 28.
Linoleic Acid is Vitamin F and a fatty acid. It is an emollient and helps thicken texture. Linoleic acid helps with hydrating skin and nourishing the skin's barrier. The top layer of skin, or epidermis, contains high amounts of linoleic acid naturally.
Your body uses linoleic acid to build ceramides and prostaglandins. Ceramides keep your skin's barrier plump and firm. Prosaglandins help control inflammation and healing.
This makes linoleic acid effectives for reducing inflammation, hydrating skin, and firming skin. A side effect may include extra protection against UV damage and free radicals. This is due to linoleic acid strengthening the skin barrier.
Low levels of linoleic acid is also associated with acne-prone skin. By keeping sebum soft, it prevents pores from clogging.
Linoleic acid can is in common foods such as nuts, sunflower oil, corn oil, and soybean oil.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
CHEM: 9,12-Octadecadienoic acid (9Z, 12Z)-
Learn more about Linoleic AcidMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 37.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 33.
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 IsohexadecaneMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 38.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 24.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 39.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 32.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term '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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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.
Learn more about ParfumMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 40.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 35.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAMac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 42.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 39.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 43.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 42.
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 77891Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 45.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 43.
Ci 14700 is a synthetic red dye.
Mac Cosmetics Strobe Cream Goldlite contains this as ingredient number 46.
GLAMGLOW GLOWSTARTER™ contains this as ingredient number 48.
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I received a sample of the Glamglow GLOWSTARTER™ Mega Illuminating Moisturizer in "Nude Glow" and although I was pleased that it was...
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I received a sample of the Glamglow GLOWSTARTER™ Mega Illuminating Moisturizer in "Nude Glow" and although I was pleased that it was so sheer it had no coverage, it did leave a highlighting shimmer all over my skin. It has a very beachy feel and smells straight up like bubble gum; my two year old was thrilled to smell my face. Went on pleasantly smooth but I did end up adding a moisturizer later on in the day as I felt it didn't last. The shimmer disappeared after a few hours.
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