Max Factor X Facefinity Lasting Performance Foundation - 106 Natural Beige Versus Max Factor X Facefinity All Day Flawless Concealer - 020
Updated on August 19, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and oily skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Max Factor X Facefinity Lasting Performance Foundation 30 ingredients
Max Factor X Facefinity All Day Flawless Concealer 27 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Max Factor X Facefinity Lasting Performance Foundation 30 ingredients
Max Factor X Facefinity All Day Flawless Concealer 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Talc
Abrasive
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methicone
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Benzoate
Masking
Silica
Abrasive
Ethylene/Methacrylate Copolymer
Synthetic Ruby
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Hexyl Laurate
Emollient
Ethylene Brassylate
MaskingPolyethylene
Abrasive
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Iron Oxides
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Talc, Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Sodium Chloride, Pvp, Phenoxyethanol, Methicone, Synthetic Wax, Trihydroxystearin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Silica, Ethylene/Methacrylate Copolymer, Synthetic Ruby, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Hexyl Laurate, Ethylene Brassylate, Polyethylene, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, CI 77891, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides
Water
Skin ConditioningIsododecane
EmollientAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Dicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientSodium Chloride
Masking
Stearalkonium Bentonite
Gel FormingTri (Polyglyceryl-3/Lauryl) Hydrogenated Trilinoleate
EmulsifyingTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
2,3-Butanediol
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Propylene Carbonate
SolventTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientSodium Benzoate
Masking
Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningDimethylmethoxy Chromanol
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Isododecane, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Sodium Chloride, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Tri (Polyglyceryl-3/Lauryl) Hydrogenated Trilinoleate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Silica, 2,3-Butanediol, Glycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Propylene Carbonate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Chlorphenesin, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Sodium Benzoate, Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Tocopherol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 77492, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is a synthetic powder used as an absorbent, thickener, and anti-caking agent.
As an absorbent, it is great at mattifying skin by soaking up the oil. This is why you'll find it in a range of products from makeup to moisturizers.
This ingredient is considered a modified starch. Starch can also be found naturally in plants.
One study from 1991 found that 5% of this ingredient enhanced titanium dioxide SPF by as much as 40%. The study found 1% titanium dioxide had a 5.6 SPF and adding 5% of aluminum starch octenylsuccinate boosted it to an SPF of 8.1
Although “aluminum” in an ingredient name can raise red flags for some consumers, the form and usage context matter significantly. For typical topical applications, there is no substantial evidence of health risks - such as cancer, neurotoxicity, or systemic “aluminum overload.”
Learn more about Aluminum Starch OctenylsuccinateThis ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
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 77891Silica 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 SilicaSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideTitanium Dioxide is a mineral (or physical) sunscreen ingredient that provides broad-spectrum protection by blocking both UV-A and UV-B rays.
It sits on the skin’s surface and primarily reflects and scatters UV light and also absorbs some of it.
This makes the line between “mineral” and “chemical” sunscreens a bit blurry, but in skincare labeling, Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide are the two ingredients officially classified as mineral filters.
Because it’s non-irritating, Titanium Dioxide is often recommended for sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Thanks to modern production methods, nano-scale or fine-grade Titanium Dioxide is now widely used in cosmetics to reduce white cast and improve texture.
Despite its small particle size, studies show that Titanium Dioxide, even in nanoparticle form, is not absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideWater. 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 WaterThis ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
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