What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Isododecane
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingWater
Skin ConditioningCopernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Kaolin
Abrasive
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
BHT
Antioxidant
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantIsododecane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Microcrystalline Wax, Water, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Kaolin, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sorbitan Isostearate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Alcohol, BHT, CI 77499
Water
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
PPG-17/Ipdi/Dmpa Copolymer
Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Bran Wax
Skin Conditioning
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingVp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Sorbitol
Humectant
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Mangifera Indica Seed Oil
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Sorbitan Olivate, PPG-17/Ipdi/Dmpa Copolymer, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Stearic Acid, Glycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Sorbitol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Tocopherol, Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Mangifera Indica Seed Oil, Isopropyl Myristate, Panthenol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
This ingredient comes from a palm tree native to Brazil. This ingredient is used to thicken texture and leaves behind a film when applied.
Phenoxyethanol 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.
Tocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolVP/Hexadecene Copolymer is a synthetic film-forming agent. It has both water and oil loving properties, allowing it to create a flexible, even film on the skin.
This ingredient helps enhance texture, smoothness, and wear resistance in makeup products while reducing tackiness.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!
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