Make Up For Ever HD Skin Setting Powder - 0.4 Banana Versus Revlon Photoready Pressed Powder - Translucent
Updated on May 12, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe setting spray & powders. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Make Up For Ever HD Skin Setting Powder 16 ingredients
Revlon Photoready Pressed Powder 26 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Make Up For Ever HD Skin Setting Powder 16 ingredients
Revlon Photoready Pressed Powder 26 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Kaolin
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantTalc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
Emollient
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Nylon-12
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientSaccharomyces/Potassium Ferment
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract
Skin Conditioning
Nereocystis Leutkeana Extract
Skin ConditioningLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningDimethiconol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Iron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Mica, CI 77163, Dimethicone, Zinc Stearate, Silica, Nylon-12, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Polyethylene, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Saccharomyces/Potassium Ferment, Saccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Lauroyl Lysine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Lecithin, Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract, Nereocystis Leutkeana Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract, Dimethiconol, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Iron Oxides, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient comes from a fatty acid (lauric acid) and amino acid (lysine). It is used to add a silky feel to cosmetics.
According to a manufacturer, its fatty acid base leaves a silky feeling on the skin. It also has emollient properties because of this. Emollients help soften skin by preventing water from evaporating.
Lauroyl lysine is barely soluble in water.
Learn more about Lauroyl LysineMica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaSilica 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 SilicaTocopheryl 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 AcetateIngredient Ratings
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