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Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
AbrasiveAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentNylon-12
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
EmollientZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
EmollientUndecylenoyl Glycine
CleansingSodium Dehydroacetate
PreservativeCapryloyl Glycine
CleansingCoco-Caprylate
EmollientRosa Canina Fruit Oil
EmollientMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
EmollientCI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantCalcium Resinate
Tocopherol
AntioxidantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Nylon-12, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Zinc Stearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Undecylenoyl Glycine, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Capryloyl Glycine, Coco-Caprylate, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, CI 77120, Calcium Resinate, Tocopherol, CI 15850, Iron Oxides, CI 77007
Talc
AbrasiveDimethicone
EmollientNylon-12
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Cetyl Dimethicone
EmollientMagnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantTrimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeMethylparaben
PreservativeSilica
AbrasiveEthylparaben
PreservativePropylparaben
PreservativeIsobutylparaben
AntimicrobialButylparaben
MaskingMica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantIngredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This pigment is called Ultramarine blue lazurite. It gives a saturated blue color, but can be used to create other colors as well.
According to the manufacturer, it is usually made from kaolin, sodium sulfate, sodium carbonate, sulfur, and charcoal.
Nylon-12 is a polymer. It is derived from 12-aminododecanoic acid, an omega-amino fatty acid
According to a manufacturer, it is a talc substitute. Like talc, nylon-12 gives products a satin feel. The manufacturer also claims this ingredients does not block pores and has moderate oil absorption.
This ingredient may not be reef-safe.
Learn more about Nylon-12Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.
Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.
If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.
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