MCoBeauty. Hydrate and Glow Ultra-Fine Mist Versus e.l.f. cosmetics Makeup Mist & Set Spray
Updated on August 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free setting spray & powders. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
MCoBeauty. Hydrate and Glow Ultra-Fine Mist 22 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Makeup Mist & Set Spray 15 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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MCoBeauty. Hydrate and Glow Ultra-Fine Mist 22 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Makeup Mist & Set Spray 15 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Vp/Va Copolymer
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingCalcium Sodium Borosilicate
Parfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Carnosine
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Vp/Va Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Parfum, Disodium EDTA, Allantoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Ectoin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tin Oxide, Carnosine, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Ethylhexylglycerin, Titanium Dioxide, CI 16035
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Amp-Acrylates/Allyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Water, Propylene Glycol, Amp-Acrylates/Allyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae.
Aloe is one of the most well-known natural soothing ingredients, and for good reason. It’s full of water and has a cooling, calming effect on the skin, especially when it’s sunburned, itchy, or irritated. Aloe also helps your skin stay hydrated and smooth by mimicking what healthy skin naturally produces. On top of that, it contains vitamins and nutrients that support skin recovery.Â
It doesn’t protect you from the sun, but it can help your skin bounce back after too much time in it.
Let’s get into the details:
Aloe contains antioxidant Vitamins A, C, and E, which help fight off free radicals (unstable molecules from things like pollution that can damage your skin).
It’s also rich in polysaccharides, which are natural sugars that help hydrate the skin by acting like the skin’s own moisturizing agents. These, along with other sugars like monosaccharides, help form a protective barrier that locks in moisture.
Aloe works as both a humectant and an emollient. That means it draws water into the skin (humectant) and helps trap it there (emollient), making it an effective natural moisturizer.
You’ll also find a mix of other skin-supporting ingredients in aloe, including folic acid, choline, calcium, amino acids, fatty acids, and even Vitamin B12.
Out of the 420+ species of aloe, Aloe barbadensis is the most widely used in skincare products thanks to its gentle yet effective properties.
There are over 420 species of aloe but Aloe Barbadensis is the most commonly used for topical products.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Phenoxyethanol 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.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolWater. 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!
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MCoBeauty. Hydrate and Glow Ultra-Fine Mist 22 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Makeup Mist & Set Spray 15 ingredients
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