Mother Of Pearl Microblur Translucent Loose Powder Versus Studio Tropik Dreamsetter Airbrush Setting Powder
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Nylon-12
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Magnesium Myristate
Silica
Abrasive
Boron Nitride
Absorbent
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Talc, Nylon-12, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Magnesium Myristate, Silica, Boron Nitride, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499, Tocopherol, Niacinamide, Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Copper Tripeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Zinc Myristate
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dimethicone
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Nylon-12
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
MaskingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Masking
Marrubium Vulgare Extract
Skin ConditioningTrehalose
Humectant
Urea
Buffering
Serine
Masking
Algin
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pullulan
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Polyacrylate
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingPotassium Phosphate
BufferingSynthetic Fluorphlogopite, Mica, Silica, Zinc Myristate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Titanium Dioxide, Nylon-12, Phenyl Trimethicone, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Water, Sodium Chloride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Marrubium Vulgare Extract, Trehalose, Urea, Serine, Algin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pullulan, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentylene Glycol, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Disodium Phosphate, Potassium Phosphate
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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.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid or alcohol, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
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 DimethiconeNylon-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-12Phenyl 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 SilicaWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
