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Last updated on February 14, 2024. Published on March 17, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe setting spray & powders. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and hyaluronic acid

Suited For

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

Free From

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

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Setting Spray & Powder

Setting sprays and powders are often the last step of makeup. They are used to help makeup stay in place and last longer.

Setting Spray & Powder

Setting sprays and powders are often the last step of makeup. They are used to help makeup stay in place and last longer.

Price

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Buy Pore Eclipse Matte Translucent Setting Powder

Starts at $32.00
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Buy Ultra Blur Translucent Lose Setting Powder

Starts at $52.00

Ingredient Info

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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

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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (2)
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

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

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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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.

1
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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Milk Makeup Pore Eclipse Matte Translucent Setting Powder Translucent Very Deep contains this as ingredient number 1.

Laura Mercier Ultra Blur Translucent Lose Setting Powder Translucent contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.

Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.

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Milk Makeup Pore Eclipse Matte Translucent Setting Powder Translucent Very Deep contains this as ingredient number 2.

Laura Mercier Ultra Blur Translucent Lose Setting Powder Translucent contains this as ingredient number 5.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

This ingredient comes from a fatty acid (lauric acid) and amino acid (lysine). It is used to add a silky feel to cosmetics.

According to a manufacturer, its fatty acid base leaves a silky feeling on the skin. It also has emollient properties because of this. Emollients help soften skin by preventing water from evaporating.

Lauroyl lysine is barely soluble in water.

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Milk Makeup Pore Eclipse Matte Translucent Setting Powder Translucent Very Deep contains this as ingredient number 3.

Laura Mercier Ultra Blur Translucent Lose Setting Powder Translucent contains this as ingredient number 2.

4
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate

Milk Makeup Pore Eclipse Matte Translucent Setting Powder Translucent Very Deep contains this as ingredient number 13.

Laura Mercier Ultra Blur Translucent Lose Setting Powder Translucent contains this as ingredient number 10.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Milk Makeup Pore Eclipse Matte Translucent Setting Powder Translucent Very Deep contains this as ingredient number 14.

Laura Mercier Ultra Blur Translucent Lose Setting Powder Translucent contains this as ingredient number 7.

6
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

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.

Milk Makeup Pore Eclipse Matte Translucent Setting Powder Translucent Very Deep contains this as ingredient number 17.

Laura Mercier Ultra Blur Translucent Lose Setting Powder Translucent contains this as ingredient number 16.

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

29% are loved or liked
18% have mixed ratings
35% are disliked or very disliked
18% have no rating yet
12% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
53% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet

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