What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Ethylhexyl PCA
HumectantDimethicone
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientSoy Acid
EmollientZiyu Glycoside I
Skin ConditioningPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Alumina
Abrasive
PEG-8 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Magnesium Hydride
Antioxidant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCholesteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Silica
Abrasive
Glycogen
HumectantCholesterol
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl PCA, Dimethicone, Diisostearyl Malate, Soy Acid, Ziyu Glycoside I, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Alumina, PEG-8 Dimethicone, Magnesium Hydride, Stearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Cholesteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Phenoxyethanol, Silica, Glycogen, Cholesterol
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningTalc
Abrasive
PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Methicone
Emollient
Zinc Oxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, Water, Talc, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Stearic Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Sorbitan Isostearate, Methicone
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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.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeStearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic Acid
