Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Milani Bright Side Illuminating Primer versus Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick Banana .
Last updated on October 26, 2023. Published on June 11, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Face Primer
A base to help makeup products last longer on the face or to help control shine.
BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizer
A liquid, cream, or powder to help give light coverage in creating an even complexion.
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Ingredient Info
Milani Bright Side Illuminating Primer 31 ingredients
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick 28 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Milani Bright Side Illuminating Primer 31 ingredients
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick 28 ingredients
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Milani Bright Side Illuminating Primer 31 ingredients
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick 28 ingredients
Rosa Damascena Flower Water • Butylene Glycol • Tridecyl Trimellitate • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Triethylhexanoin • Mica • Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate • Panthenol • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Tocopherol • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Squalane • Sodium Hyaluronate • Propanediol • Phospholipids • Polysorbate 60 • Sorbitan Isostearate • Ethylene Oxide • Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer • Xanthan Gum • Glyceryl Undecylenate • Glyceryl Caprylate • Hydroxyacetophenone • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tin Oxide • CI 77491 • CI 77891
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Water • Cera Microcristallina • Synthetic Wax • C9-12 Alkane • Tridecyl Trimellitate • Propanediol • Mica • Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate • Sodium Chloride • 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Caffeine • Tocopherol • Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract • Citrus Nobilis Fruit Extract • Citrus Paradisi Peel Extract • Jojoba Esters • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Phytate • Polysilicone-11 • Phenoxyethanol • Tin Oxide • CI 77499 • CI 77891
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Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Milani Bright Side Illuminating Primer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick Banana contains this as ingredient number 11.
We don't have a description for Tridecyl Trimellitate.
Milani Bright Side Illuminating Primer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick Banana contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinMilani Bright Side Illuminating Primer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick Banana contains this as ingredient number 10.
Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaMilani Bright Side Illuminating Primer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick Banana contains this as ingredient number 8.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolMilani Bright Side Illuminating Primer contains this as ingredient number 12.
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick Banana contains this as ingredient number 17.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolMilani Bright Side Illuminating Primer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick Banana contains this as ingredient number 7.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Milani Bright Side Illuminating Primer contains this as ingredient number 27.
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick Banana contains this as ingredient number 25.
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.
Milani Bright Side Illuminating Primer contains this as ingredient number 28.
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick Banana contains this as ingredient number 22.
Tin 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.
Milani Bright Side Illuminating Primer contains this as ingredient number 29.
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick Banana contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 77891Milani Bright Side Illuminating Primer contains this as ingredient number 31.
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick Banana contains this as ingredient number 28.
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Milani Bright Side Illuminating Primer 31 ingredients
Olehenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Stick 28 ingredients
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