MCoBeauty. Instant Glow Flash Primer Versus Dior Forever Glow Veil Makeup Primer
Updated on April 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both face primers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
MCoBeauty. Instant Glow Flash Primer 28 ingredients
Dior Forever Glow Veil Makeup Primer 33 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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MCoBeauty. Instant Glow Flash Primer 28 ingredients
Dior Forever Glow Veil Makeup Primer 33 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Silica
Abrasive
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Polysilicone-11
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingIsohexadecane
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Squalane
Emollient
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sucrose Cocoate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Iron Oxides
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantTin Oxide
Abrasive
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polysilicone-11, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Polysorbate 60, Isononyl Isononanoate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Phenoxyethanol, Squalane, Sorbitan Stearate, Carbomer, Mica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sucrose Cocoate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Disodium EDTA, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, CI 77491, Tin Oxide
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Glycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningHibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningIris Florentina Root Extract
MaskingSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyglycerin-6
HumectantCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Alcaligenes Polysaccharides
EmollientPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Sodium Surfactin
CleansingTin Oxide
Abrasive
Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract
Skin ProtectingCitric Acid
Buffering
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Alcohol, Glycerin, Squalane, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Polyglycerin-3, Lauroyl Lysine, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyglycerin-6, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Pentylene Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Parfum, Alcaligenes Polysaccharides, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sodium Surfactin, Tin Oxide, Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract, Citric Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Tocopherol, 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.
Butylene 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 GlycolGlycerin 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 GlycerinThis is a synthetic polymer. It helps improve the texture of products by adding thickness and gel-like feel.
It is also an emulsifer, meaning it prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It also helps evenly disperse other ingredients.
Polysorbate 60 is used to help stabilize products. It is a surfactant and emulsifier. These properties help keep ingredients together in a product. Surfactants help reduce surface tension between ingredients with different states, such as liquids and solids. Emulsifiers help prevent oils and waters from separating.
Polysorbate 60 is sorbitol-based and created from the ethoxylation of sorbitan. Ethoxylation is a chemical reaction used to add ethylene oxide. Sorbitan is a the dehydrated version of sorbitol, a sugar found in fruits.
In this case, the 60 comes from reacting 60 units of ethylene oxide with sorbitan.
Polysorbates are commonly used in medicine and foods.
Learn more about Polysorbate 60Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, Sorbitan Isostearate prevents oils and water from separating.
Due to its isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Sorbitan IsostearateSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Is squalane an oil?
Squalane is often called an oil, but it’s technically not; it’s a hydrocarbon, meaning it’s only made of carbon and hydrogen, unlike true oils which are triglycerides made of fatty acids and glycerol.
The term “oil-free” isn’t regulated, so companies can define it however they want. Some exclude all oils, while others just avoid mineral oil or comedogenic oils.
While some people avoid oils thinking they cause breakouts, the right kind of oil (or oil-like ingredient like squalane) can actually help balance and hydrate your skin. It’s worth testing out simple oils or squalane to see what works best for your skin.
Learn more about SqualaneSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteTin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.
Tin Oxide helps remove translucency in a product, or make it more opaque. Besides adding opacity, tin oxide is used for bulking to add volume.
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!
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