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Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientSorbitan Sesquiisostearate
Emulsifying
Methicone
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Alumina
Abrasive
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Water
Skin ConditioningSucrose Palmitate
EmollientEvodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Linoleate
Emollient
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16230
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16290
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Palmitate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Synthetic Wax, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Methicone, Dimethicone, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Alumina, Tocopherol, Parfum, Propanediol, Water, Sucrose Palmitate, Evodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glyceryl Linoleate, Benzyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Tin Oxide, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Hyaluronate, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 16230, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 19140, CI 15850, CI 16290
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Dimethicone
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Phenylisopropyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
C20-24 Alkyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
MaskingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientHydrogen Dimethicone
Isododecane
EmollientTalc
Abrasive
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningDimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSilica
Abrasive
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Phenylisopropyl Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, C20-24 Alkyl Dimethicone, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Chloride, Aluminum Hydroxide, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Isododecane, Talc, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sodium Gluconate, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Silica, Tin Oxide, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 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 77491CI 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 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
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 77891Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteTin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.
Tin Oxide helps remove translucency in a product, or make it more opaque. Besides adding opacity, tin oxide is used for bulking to add volume.
Tocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolTocopheryl 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 AcetateWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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