What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Silica
AbrasiveCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic ColorantCalcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCetyl Dimethicone
EmollientCalcium Titanium Borosilicate
AbrasiveHydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides
EmollientDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningLauryl Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningTin Oxide
AbrasiveHydrogenated Palm Glycerides
EmollientLaureth-4
EmulsifyingCI 77000
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantSqualane
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientHydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Silica, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 75470, Mica, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Dimethicone, Calcium Titanium Borosilicate, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Lauryl Dimethicone, Tin Oxide, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides, Laureth-4, CI 77000, CI 77163, CI 19140, Squalane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Boron Nitride, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantTalc
AbrasiveZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantBoron Nitride
AbsorbentNylon-12
Silica
AbrasiveOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientSodium Dehydroacetate
PreservativePhenoxyethanol
PreservativeSorbic Acid
PreservativeTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Cellulose
AbsorbentPolyethylene
AbrasiveTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantPCA Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningCalcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingMagnesium Myristate
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningTin Oxide
AbrasiveAcrylates Copolymer
Isododecane
EmollientCI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCalcium Sodium Borosilicate
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingMica, Talc, Zinc Stearate, Boron Nitride, Nylon-12, Silica, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Cellulose, Polyethylene, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77742, Iron Oxides, CI 19140, PCA Dimethicone, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Magnesium Myristate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Tin Oxide, Acrylates Copolymer, Isododecane, CI 77163, CI 77891, CI 75470, CI 77007, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Hexylene Glycol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Boron Nitride is compound consisting of boron and nitrogen. It is used to absorb oil and modify adherence/ slip in products.
This means it is often used in makeup products to help them last longer.
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 BorosilicateThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCaprylyl 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 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 19140Ci 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 synthetic powder is used to add a pearly/white color in cosmetics.
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 77891This ingredient is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.
Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.
This ingredient is a type of elastomer.
Learn more about Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerThis ingredient is a powder used to improve texture, slip, and give products a silky texture.
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 MicaOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate is created from stearic acid.
It is an emollient and thickens the lipid (oil) portion of a product. Due to its emollient properties, it may not be fungal-acne safe.
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 SilicaTin 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.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneZinc Stearate is the metal salt of stearic acid. It is a white solid used to bind, thicken, and lubricate products.
This ingredient is common in powder makeup, where it helps keep the powder together.
Zinc Stearate is hydrophobic and repels water.
This ingredient can be sourced from non-animal or animal sources. It is best to reach out to the brand to see where they source this ingredient from.
Learn more about Zinc Stearate