Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick Buff

Ilia True Skin Serum Foundation Formentera SF1

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Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick - Buff Versus Ilia True Skin Serum Foundation - Formentera SF1

Foundation

American Brand United States

Updated on October 16, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe foundations. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Ingredient Info

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Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick 26 ingredients

Ilia True Skin Serum Foundation 36 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick 26 ingredients

Ilia True Skin Serum Foundation 36 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick

Hydrogenated Polydecene

Emollient

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Octyldodecanol

Silica

Polyethylene

Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate

Skin Conditioning

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Emollient

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Copernicia Cerifera Wax

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Synthetic Wax

Abrasive

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Cera Microcristallina

Emulsion Stabilising

Sorbitan Isostearate

Emulsifying

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Pancratium Maritimum Extract

Tocopheryl Acetate

Dimethicone

Caprylyl Glycol

Propylene Carbonate

Ethylhexylglycerin

1,2-Hexanediol

Stearalkonium Hectorite

Gel Forming

Glycerin

Humectant

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Water

Mica

BHT

CI 77491

CI 77891

True Skin Serum Foundation

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Skin Conditioning

Coconut Alkanes

Emollient

Caprylyl Methicone

Skin Conditioning

Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate

Emulsifying

Cetearyl Isononanoate

Emollient

Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate

Boron Nitride

Dimethicone

Disteardimonium Hectorite

Stabilising

Niacinamide

Smoothing

Oryza Sativa Hull Powder

Gluconolactone

Sodium Chloride

Isopentyldiol

Glycerin

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Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Emollient

Allantoin

Skin Conditioning

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Sodium Benzoate

Masking

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Emollient

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Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil

Humectant

Squalane

Emollient

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Tocopherol

Antioxidant

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Pentylene Glycol

Skin Conditioning

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Pistacia Lentiscus Gum

Masking

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifying

Calcium Gluconate

Humectant

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Jasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract

Phenethyl Alcohol

Bisabolol

CI 77891

CI 77491

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.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking, Skin Conditioning

This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.

Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.

While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.

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Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.

As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.

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Dimethicone

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.

What it does:

Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:

Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.

Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.

This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.

Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.

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Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Ethylhexylglycerin (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.

Glycerin

Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Glycerin 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.

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CI 77491

Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 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.

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CI 77891

Cosmetic Colorant

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 77891