What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantTalc
Abrasive
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientTridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientMagnesium Myristate
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Nylon-12
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Boron Nitride
Absorbent
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Isostearyl Isostearate
Emollient
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantMica, Talc, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Magnesium Myristate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Nylon-12, Magnesium Stearate, Silica, Boron Nitride, Polyethylene, Tocopheryl Acetate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Isostearyl Isostearate, Tin Oxide, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 19140, CI 77007, CI 77742, CI 15985, CI 15850, CI 16035, CI 45410, CI 17200, CI 77163, CI 42090, CI 77288
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantOryza Sativa Powder
Silica
Abrasive
Magnesium Myristate
Cocoglycerides
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Decylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantC10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin Conditioning
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantUltramarines
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Kaolin
Abrasive
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
CI 77266
Cosmetic ColorantDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientStearyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientCalcium Sodium Borosilicate
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Polybutene
Dodecane
Emollient
C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Phenylisopropyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingSucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
Coconut Alkanes
Emollient
Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate
EmollientPropylene Carbonate
SolventSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Beta-Sitosterol
Emulsion Stabilising
Squalene
Emollient
CI 77000
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Alumina
Abrasive
Hydrogenated Styrene/Butadiene Copolymer
Tris-BHT Mesitylene
Antioxidant
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide
Skin ConditioningDibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide
Skin ConditioningMica, Oryza Sativa Powder, Silica, Magnesium Myristate, Cocoglycerides, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Propanediol, Decylene Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Magnesium Stearate, C10-18 Triglycerides, 1,2-Hexanediol, Lauroyl Lysine, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, CI 16035, CI 19140, CI 75470, Ultramarines, CI 77491, CI 77492, Iron Oxides, CI 77510, CI 77742, Titanium Dioxide, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Zinc Stearate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Tin Oxide, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Kaolin, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, CI 77266, Diisostearyl Malate, Stearyl Dimethicone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Octyldodecanol, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Hydrated Silica, Polybutene, Dodecane, C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone, Phenylisopropyl Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Triethylhexanoin, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, Coconut Alkanes, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate, Propylene Carbonate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Dimethiconol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Beta-Sitosterol, Squalene, CI 77000, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Alumina, Hydrogenated Styrene/Butadiene Copolymer, Tris-BHT Mesitylene, Synthetic Wax, Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide, Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate is a bulking agent. It is considered a borosilicate glass; it is composed of powder or flakes of calcium and sodium borosilicates.
This ingredient is used to add volume, shine, and color to products. You'll most likely find this ingredient in makeup products.
According to in-vivo and ex-vivo studies done by a manufacturer, this ingredient works well with UV filters:
Learn more about Calcium Sodium BorosilicateCi 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 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140This ingredient is used to add a violet color to cosmetics.
It is created by reacting phosphoric acid, ammonium dihydrogen orthophosphate, and manganese dioxide.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, also known as octyl palmitate, is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid.
In cosmetics, it plays many roles:
One thing worth noting: a controlled study found this ingredient applied under occlusion to acne-prone subjects increased microcomedones. Just keep in mind this was under occlusive conditions and don't reflect how most products are used day-to-day.
For most people, this is a well-tolerated and lightweight ingredient.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is a fatty acid ester.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinWe don't have a description for Magnesium Myristate yet.
Magnesium Stearate is a salt that is 2 parts stearic acid and 1 part magnesium.
It is a white powder that can be used to add bulk and color to products by binding to oil ingredients.
Mica 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 MicaPhenyl 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 TrimethiconeSilica, 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.
The EU typically uses CI numbers for colorants when applicable, such as CI 77489. In the US, iron oxides are regulated as color additives and "iron oxides" is the most commonly used name in US cosmetic practice.
A 2021 paper looked at skincare formulations containing iron oxides and found that they reduced transmission of blue light when measured optically. In simple terms, the pigment particles helped block or scatter part of the visible light spectrum in lab testing and the authors suggest this could translate into better protection against blue-light-related skin effects.
There is also clinical and experimental research showing that tinted products containing iron oxides can reduce visible light-induced pigmentation:
Please note, whether a product reduces visible or blue light depends on things like:
In the EU's CosIng database, iron oxides are only listed as a colorant. CosIng groups ingredients by their main cosmetic role, such as colorant, preservative, or UV filter.
Though studies say iron oxides can "attenuate blue light", they're describing an optical property and not an officially recognized cosmetic function.
So CosIng isn’t contradicting the research. It’s just classifying iron oxides by what they officially are: pigments that add color.
Learn more about Iron Oxides
