Maybelline Fit Me Matte & Poreless Foundation - Natural Tan 320 Versus APRILSKIN Hero Cushion - #21 Light Beige
Updated on July 31, 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 scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens or oils
What's Inside
They both contain silicones and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Maybelline Fit Me Matte & Poreless Foundation 29 ingredients
APRILSKIN Hero Cushion 42 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Maybelline Fit Me Matte & Poreless Foundation 29 ingredients
APRILSKIN Hero Cushion 42 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Nylon-12
Isododecane
EmollientAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
PEG-20
HumectantPolyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Magnesium Sulfate
Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingHdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Methylparaben
Preservative
Acrylates Copolymer
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Butylparaben
Masking
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientAlumina
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCeramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Cyclohexasiloxane, Nylon-12, Isododecane, Alcohol Denat., Cyclopentasiloxane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, PEG-20, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Phenoxyethanol, Magnesium Sulfate, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Titanium Dioxide, Methylparaben, Acrylates Copolymer, Tocopherol, Butylparaben, Aluminum Hydroxide, Alumina, Silica, Glycerin, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, Ceramide AP
Water
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer
Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmollientPvp
Emulsion StabilisingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Xylitylglucoside
HumectantAnhydroxylitol
HumectantXylitol
HumectantMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningGlucose
HumectantHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Water, Titanium Dioxide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Methyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Octocrylene, Zinc Oxide, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Pvp, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Adenosine, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glucose, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 77492, CI 77491, 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 WaterCyclohexasiloxane is a type of silicone more commonly known as D6. It is an emollient and solvent.
Cyclohexasiloxane is used to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. When applied to the skin, Cyclohexasiloxane evaporates and leaves behind a silky feel.
As an emollient, it can help the skin feel soft and hydrated. It is also used to reduce frizz in hair products.
Learn more about CyclohexasiloxaneCyclopentasiloxane, 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 CyclopentasiloxanePeg-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.
According to the manufacturer, acidic formulations decrease the stability of this ingredient. It works best in neutral or near neutral formulations.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoritePhenoxyethanol 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.
Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.
In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.
You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.
One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.
Learn more about Magnesium SulfateTitanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideAluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideCi 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 77492Ingredient Ratings
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