Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Mattifine 12hr Shine-Control Primer Versus Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Lite Primer
Updated on June 28, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both face primers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants 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, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Mattifine 12hr Shine-Control Primer 41 ingredients
Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Lite Primer 20 ingredients
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Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Mattifine 12hr Shine-Control Primer 41 ingredients
Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Lite Primer 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
CI 77220
Cosmetic ColorantIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Salix Nigra Bark Extract
Skin ProtectingLactobionic Acid
Buffering
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Laminaria Saccharina Extract
Skin ProtectingEcklonia Cava Extract
Skin ConditioningButyl Avocadate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Disiloxane Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningIsohexadecane
EmollientHydrolyzed Soy Protein
HumectantAcetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningZinc PCA
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventSodium Chloride
Masking
Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Hydroxyapatite
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Nylon-12
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer
Coconut Acid
Cleansing
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Parfum
Masking
BHT
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Dimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, CI 77220, Isononyl Isononanoate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Salix Nigra Bark Extract, Lactobionic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Ecklonia Cava Extract, Butyl Avocadate, Polyglyceryl-3 Disiloxane Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Isohexadecane, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Acetyl Glucosamine, Zinc PCA, Propanediol, Sodium Chloride, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Hydroxyapatite, Silica, Nylon-12, Polysorbate 80, Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Coconut Acid, Salicylic Acid, Parfum, BHT, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Zinc Oxide
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Silica
Abrasive
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
AbsorbentButylene Glycol
Humectant
PPG-24-Glycereth-24
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIngredients 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:
- 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.
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 AcetateEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaTocopherol (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 TocopherolPhenoxyethanol 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 Studio Fix Mattifine 12hr Shine-Control Primer 41 ingredients
Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Lite Primer 20 ingredients
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Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Mattifine 12hr Shine-Control Primer 41 ingredients
This really didn’t help mattify anything. Oily still within a few hours
Mattified, but it clogs my pores. Had to discontinue use.
