Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 versus Guerlain L'Essentiel Primer Lightweight and Skin Soothing Primer .
Published on April 21, 2023
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Face Primer
A base to help makeup products last longer on the face or to help control shine.
Price
Ingredient Info
Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 45 ingredients
Guerlain L'Essentiel Primer Lightweight and Skin Soothing Primer 24 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Contains Parabens
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 45 ingredients
Guerlain L'Essentiel Primer Lightweight and Skin Soothing Primer 24 ingredients
Water • Cyclomethicone • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Zinc Oxide • Propylene Glycol • Titanium Dioxide • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Arbutin • Paraffinum Liquidum • Glycerin • CI 77492 • Polyethylene • Talc • Phenyl Trimethicone • Beeswax • Sodium Chloride • CI 77491 • CI 77499 • Methylparaben • Dimethicone • Propylparaben • Rosa Canina Fruit Oil • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Squalane • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil • Disodium EDTA • Adenosine • Algae Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Fagus Sylvatica Bud Extract • Ceramide 3 • Parfum • Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Benzyl Salicylate • Hydroxycitronellal • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Hexyl Cinnamal • Linalool • Citronellol
Water • Alcohol • Glycerin • Propanediol • Butylene Glycol • C9-12 Alkane • Cellulose • Dipropylene Glycol • Butyl Avocadate • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Sodium Polyacrylate • Sodium Benzoate • Parfum • Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice • Polysorbate 60 • Sorbitan Isostearate • Maltodextrin • Citric Acid • CI 77288 • Tocopherol • Lactobacillus • Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterMissha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Guerlain L'Essentiel Primer Lightweight and Skin Soothing Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinMissha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Guerlain L'Essentiel Primer Lightweight and Skin Soothing Primer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumMissha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 contains this as ingredient number 37.
Guerlain L'Essentiel Primer Lightweight and Skin Soothing Primer contains this as ingredient number 15.
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Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 45 ingredients
Guerlain L'Essentiel Primer Lightweight and Skin Soothing Primer 24 ingredients
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Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 45 ingredients
Guerlain L'Essentiel Primer Lightweight and Skin Soothing Primer 24 ingredients
Reviews
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Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 45 ingredients
Glowy_nes
This is a certified holy grail. Where do i even start? It goes smoothly on the face, the coverage is very good for a BB cream, feels light on the...
This is a certified holy grail. Where do i even start? It goes smoothly on the face, the coverage is very good for a BB cream, feels light on the face and leaves a beautifull glowy finish on the skin. I set it with a setting spray (mac fix it +, another great one) and the foundation doesnt move around or fades away. It sets very beautifully, including those more problematic areas (like the nose) where it looks absolutly natural. Looks great during the day, and the skin feels hydrated. If you have oily skin, you may get oily in dome areas, like the T zone. The shade really matches my complexion, and i dont even feel the need to use this on my neck (i use n° 23)
Will buy again, for sure!
xia
it looks so natural on my skin and doesnt require a tool, its buildable so it can serve as a light concealer too, i thought i could just replace my...
it looks so natural on my skin and doesnt require a tool, its buildable so it can serve as a light concealer too, i thought i could just replace my sunscreen with this and go but i need setting powder so it doesnt transfer :( thats the only downside for my lazy self
Guerlain L'Essentiel Primer Lightweight and Skin Soothing Primer 24 ingredients
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