What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Isododecane
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingTalc
Abrasive
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPolypropylsilsesquioxane
Propylene Carbonate
SolventDextrin Palmitate/Ethylhexanoate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientRayon
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Nylon-6
BHT
Antioxidant
Carbon Black
Cosmetic ColorantIsododecane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Ceresin, Talc, Dextrin Palmitate, Microcrystalline Wax, CI 77499, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Propylene Carbonate, Dextrin Palmitate/Ethylhexanoate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Silica, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Glyceryl Caprylate, Rayon, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Panthenol, Nylon-6, BHT, Carbon Black
Isododecane
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingPolypropylsilsesquioxane
Paraffin
Perfuming
Benzalkonium Montmorillonite
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Rayon
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantPropylene Carbonate
SolventSilica
Abrasive
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingCaprylic/Capric Glycerides Polyglyceryl-10 Esters
EmollientCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantTriethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 77266
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
BHT
Antioxidant
Isododecane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dextrin Palmitate, Microcrystalline Wax, Ceresin, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Paraffin, Benzalkonium Montmorillonite, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Synthetic Wax, Rayon, CI 77491, CI 77499, CI 77007, Propylene Carbonate, Silica, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides Polyglyceryl-10 Esters, CI 77492, Mica, CI 75470, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 77266, Panthenol, BHT
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTCeresin is a wax derived from ozokerite. It is an alternative to beeswax.
The most common process of creating ceresin is by using heat and sulfuric acid.
Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Dextrin Palmitate comes from the palmitic acid ester of Dextrin. It is used as an emulsifier and texture enhancer.
Emulsifiers help keep ingredients together. According to a manufacturer, dextrin palmitate helps create a low-viscosity gel texture.
Due to its fatty acid base, this ingredient is not fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Dextrin PalmitateHydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneIsododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about IsododecaneMicrocrystalline Wax is created by de-oiling petroleum. It is highly refined and purified before being added to cosmetics.
Microcrystalline Wax is used to enhance the texture and create even consistency. It helps stabilize a product by preventing ingredients from separating.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPolymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxanePolypropylsilsesquioxane is a type of silicone.
This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateWe don't have a description for Rayon yet.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneThis silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about Trimethylsiloxysilicate
