Explore Routine Login

Product Comparison

Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Milani Screen Queen Foundation 430 Toasted Tawny versus Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo Light 3 .

Last updated on October 26, 2023. Published on April 14, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free foundations. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

Foundation American Brand United States
Foundation American Brand United States

Foundation

A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.

Foundation

A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.

Price

Shop

Buy Screen Queen Foundation

Starts at $7.86
Shop

Buy Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo

Starts at $52.00

Ingredient Info

Click any item below to learn more and view relevant ingredients.
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

Click on any of the items below to learn more

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Exfoliators (3)

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger (2)
Rosacea
Eczema (2)
Join our community

Build your routine, track which ingredients work for you, and much more with your free account.

Join SkinSort

Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Ingredients Side-by-side

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Learn more about what what Com. / Irr. ratings are

Loading ingredients...

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ethylhexyl Palmitate is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is a fatty acid ester.

The fatty acid content of Ethylhexyl Palmitate makes it an emollient. Emollients help soften and hydrate your skin by trapping moisture within.

Ethylhexyl Palmitate is also used to help improve the texture of cosmetics. It helps other ingredient dissolve in products and help disperse ingredients more evenly. In fact, it is commonly used to evenly mix sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone and ethylhexyl triazone. It can also help stabilize the fragrances in a product as a fragrance fixative.

Ethylhexyl Palmitate can be used to substitute mineral oil.

Learn more about Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Milani Screen Queen Foundation 430 Toasted Tawny contains this as ingredient number 4.

Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo Light 3 contains this as ingredient number 35.

2
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Polymethylsilsesquioxane 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 Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Milani Screen Queen Foundation 430 Toasted Tawny contains this as ingredient number 6.

Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo Light 3 contains this as ingredient number 10.

3
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Milani Screen Queen Foundation 430 Toasted Tawny contains this as ingredient number 9.

Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo Light 3 contains this as ingredient number 9.

4
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Polysilicone-11.

Milani Screen Queen Foundation 430 Toasted Tawny contains this as ingredient number 10.

Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo Light 3 contains this as ingredient number 11.

5
What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate is created from stearic acid.

It is an emollient and thickens the lipid (oil) portion of a product. Due to its emollient properties, it may not be fungal-acne safe.

Milani Screen Queen Foundation 430 Toasted Tawny contains this as ingredient number 11.

Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo Light 3 contains this as ingredient number 8.

6
What it does: Abrasive
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.

Polyethylene is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.

Milani Screen Queen Foundation 430 Toasted Tawny contains this as ingredient number 13.

Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo Light 3 contains this as ingredient number 29.

7
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Screen Queen Foundation 430 Toasted Tawny contains this as ingredient number 15.

Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo Light 3 contains this as ingredient number 20.

8
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

Learn more about Caprylyl Glycol

Milani Screen Queen Foundation 430 Toasted Tawny contains this as ingredient number 17.

Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo Light 3 contains this as ingredient number 19.

9
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

Learn more about Potassium Sorbate

Milani Screen Queen Foundation 430 Toasted Tawny contains this as ingredient number 18.

Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo Light 3 contains this as ingredient number 18.

10
What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant. Glycols are a class of alcohols. Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant and emulsifier.

As a surfactant, Hexylene Glycol helps gather dirt and oil on your skin to be washed away.

As an emulsifier, Hexylene Glycol helps keep water and oil together. This prevents them from separating in a product. Hexylene Glycol also thins out the texture of a product by lessening viscosity.

Hexylene Glycol has a small molecular weight.

Learn more about Hexylene Glycol

Milani Screen Queen Foundation 430 Toasted Tawny contains this as ingredient number 19.

Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo Light 3 contains this as ingredient number 22.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

8% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
64% are disliked or very disliked
20% have no rating yet
18% are loved or liked
3% have mixed ratings
59% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet

Usage

Here's some more info on how this product is used by our community.

When to use

Loading routine usage...
Loading routine usage...

Alternatives

Our Dupe Finder has found 50 potential alternatives that have similar ingredients to Milani Screen Queen Foundation 430 Toasted Tawny.

See 50 alternatives

Our Dupe Finder has found 7 potential alternatives that have similar ingredients to Patrick Ta Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo Light 3.

See 7 alternatives
Loading similar comparisons...