Max Factor X Miracle Second Skin Foundation - 13 Deep Versus Chantecaille Future Skin Gel Foundation - Alabaster
Updated on April 19, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both foundations. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Max Factor X Miracle Second Skin Foundation 68 ingredients
Chantecaille Future Skin Gel Foundation 28 ingredients
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Max Factor X Miracle Second Skin Foundation 68 ingredients
Chantecaille Future Skin Gel Foundation 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ammonium Acrylates Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingAlpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingLecithin
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Propylene Carbonate
SolventParfum
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Fructose
HumectantSodium Hydroxide
BufferingUrea
Buffering
Disodium Deceth-6 Sulfosuccinate
CleansingMaltodextrin
AbsorbentRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientLaureth-30
CleansingPEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Maltose
MaskingSodium Lactate
BufferingSodium PCA
HumectantTrehalose
HumectantBenzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Citronellol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Lactobacillus
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlucose
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingEugenol
Perfuming
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Geraniol
Perfuming
Silybum Marianum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Pantolactone
HumectantBHT
Antioxidant
Limonene
Perfuming
Iron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Glycerin, Mica, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Zinc Oxide, Sodium Chloride, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Ammonium Acrylates Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Lecithin, Pentylene Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Propylene Carbonate, Parfum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Alcohol Denat., Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Citric Acid, Fructose, Sodium Hydroxide, Urea, Disodium Deceth-6 Sulfosuccinate, Maltodextrin, Retinyl Palmitate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Laureth-30, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hexyl Cinnamal, Allantoin, Maltose, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Trehalose, Benzyl Benzoate, Citronellol, Linalool, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Lactobacillus, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Caprylyl Glycol, Glucose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenethyl Alcohol, Eugenol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Geraniol, Silybum Marianum Seed Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Pantolactone, BHT, Limonene, Iron Oxides, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Talc
Abrasive
PEG-400
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Chloride
Masking
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Glycerin
Humectant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Laminaria Saccharina Extract
Skin ProtectingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Natto Gum
Iron Oxides
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Talc, PEG-400, Sodium Chloride, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Phenoxyethanol, Glycerin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Mica, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Chlorphenesin, Stearic Acid, Alcohol, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Natto Gum, Iron Oxides
Ingredients 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 WaterCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinMica 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 MicaThis ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
Chances 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 ChloridePhenoxyethanol 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.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.
While Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil can be volatile due to its fragrant properties, the fragrance components are usually removed in the leaf extract.
Rosemary Leaf Extract can help protect your skin against damage from free-radical molecules. It contains many antioxidants such as rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid.
Rosemarinic acid has been found to help soothe skin conditions such as eczema and acne.
Learn more about Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractThis 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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Max Factor X Miracle Second Skin Foundation 68 ingredients
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Holy grail foundation. Looks like your skin but better with a luminous finish. It feels like you're applying skincare.
