Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 NC55 versus e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium .
Last updated on October 25, 2023. Published on November 17, 2023
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
Highlighter
Highlighters emulate the glow of light and help brighten features.
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Ingredient Info
Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 36 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 36 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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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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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 36 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 36 ingredients
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 2.5% • Titanium Dioxide 1% • Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Butylene Glycol • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Dimethicone • Magnesium Sulfate • Laminaria Saccharina Extract • Algae Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tocopherol • Lecithin • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Xanthan Gum • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Methoxy Amodimethicone/Silsesquioxane Copolymer • Laureth-7 • Dipropylene Glycol • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • Dimethicone/Peg-10 Crosspolymer • Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Silica • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Propylene Carbonate • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Sorbic Acid • Chloroxylenol • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77891 • CI 77492 • CI 77288
Water • Hydrogenated Didecene • Squalane • Propylene Glycol • Glycerin • Octyldodecanol • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Dimethicone • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Isoamyl Laurate • Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer • Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate • Sodium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Propylene Carbonate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Caprylyl Glycol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Aluminum Hydroxide • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Disodium EDTA • Tocopherol • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Tin Oxide • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • CI 77891 • CI 77492 • CI 77491 • CI 77499 • CI 77163
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterMac Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 NC55 contains this as ingredient number 3.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 NC55 contains this as ingredient number 8.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 NC55 contains this as ingredient number 13.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 24.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolMac Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 NC55 contains this as ingredient number 14.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 26.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteMac Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 NC55 contains this as ingredient number 25.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 17.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneMac Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 NC55 contains this as ingredient number 28.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 27.
This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateMac Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 NC55 contains this as ingredient number 29.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 18.
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateMac Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 NC55 contains this as ingredient number 30.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 31.
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 Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 NC55 contains this as ingredient number 33.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 NC55 contains this as ingredient number 34.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 32.
Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid Foundation with SPF 15 NC55 contains this as ingredient number 35.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 33.
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