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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientTridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientMagnesium Myristate
Silica
AbrasiveIsostearyl Isostearate
EmollientNylon-12
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantBoron Nitride
AbsorbentPolyethylene
AbrasiveCalcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Phenoxyethanol
PreservativeCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantTin Oxide
AbrasiveCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77266
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77289
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantMica, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Magnesium Myristate, Silica, Isostearyl Isostearate, Nylon-12, Magnesium Stearate, Boron Nitride, Polyethylene, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tin Oxide, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 77007, CI 16035, CI 75470, CI 77266, CI 19140, CI 77289, CI 77510, CI 42090
PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
EmollientPentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningPolyethylene
AbrasiveNylon-12
Polyisobutene
Ethylhexyl Stearate
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
EmollientCalcium Silicate
AbsorbentShea Butter Ethyl Esters
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientHydroxybutyric Acid/Hydroxypentanoic Acid Copolymer
AbrasiveCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Triacetyl Ricinoleate
EmollientHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingTrimyristin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
PreservativePotassium Sorbate
PreservativeCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
EmollientOctyldodecanol
EmollientPolyhydroxystearic Acid
EmulsifyingSynthetic Beeswax
Emulsion StabilisingMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingSilica
AbrasiveCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPolysilicone-11
CI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77400
Cosmetic ColorantCalcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Tin Oxide
AbrasiveCopper Powder
AntimicrobialCalcium Sodium Borosilicate
Aluminum Calcium Sodium Silicate
PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Polyethylene, Nylon-12, Polyisobutene, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, CI 77891, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77491, Iron Oxides, CI 77007, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Zinc Stearate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Calcium Silicate, Shea Butter Ethyl Esters, Isononyl Isononanoate, Hydroxybutyric Acid/Hydroxypentanoic Acid Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glyceryl Triacetyl Ricinoleate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Trimyristin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, CI 16035, CI 15850, Mica, Dimethicone, Octyldodecanol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Synthetic Beeswax, Microcrystalline Wax, Silica, Caprylyl Glycol, Polysilicone-11, CI 75470, CI 77400, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Tin Oxide, Copper Powder, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Aluminum Calcium Sodium Silicate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate is made up of calcium, aluminum, and silicates. It is a glass-like material. In cosmetics, it comes in the form of flakes or microspheres.
Calcium aluminum borosilicate is a bulking agent, meaning it helps thicken a product.
This ingredient is created by slowly mixing several minerals, including kaolin clay.
Although “aluminum” in an ingredient name can raise red flags for some consumers, the form and usage context matter significantly. For typical topical applications, there is no substantial evidence of health risks - such as cancer, neurotoxicity, or systemic “aluminum overload.”
Learn more about Calcium Aluminum BorosilicateCaprylyl 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 GlycolCi 16035 is a synthetic dark-red dye. This dye is created from an acid called Allura red AC, an azo dye.
Azo dyes need to be purified thoroughly before use. This makes them more stable and longer lasting.
This dye is commonly used in foods, approved by both the FDA and EFSA.
Learn more about CI 16035Ci 75470 is a bright-red pigment. It is AKA carmine.
Carmine is derived from insects such as the cochineal beetle. This ingredient has been used as a natural dye for over 2000 years.
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.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Dimethicone 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 DimethiconeIsononyl Isononanoate is a synthetic skin-conditioner and texture enhancer. It is created from nonanoic acid, a fatty acid found in cocoa and lavender oil.
As an emollient, Isononyl Isononanoate helps keep your skin soft and smooth. This is because emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in.
Isononyl Isononanoate helps give products a velvet feel and improves spreadability.
Learn more about Isononyl IsononanoateMica is a naturally occurring mineral used to add shimmer and color in cosmetics. It can also help improve the texture of a product or give it an opaque, white/silver color.
Serecite is the name for very fine but ragged grains of mica.
This ingredient is often coated with metal oxides like titanium dioxide. 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.
Learn more about MicaNylon-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-12Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconePolyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.
It 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.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteTin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.
Tin Oxide helps remove translucency in a product, or make it more opaque. Besides adding opacity, tin oxide is used for bulking to add volume.
This ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.