Neutrogena Shine Control Powder Versus Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Loose Powder
Updated on May 12, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe setting spray & powders. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Neutrogena Shine Control Powder 16 ingredients
Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Loose Powder 15 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Neutrogena Shine Control Powder 16 ingredients
Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Loose Powder 15 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantMagnesium Myristate
Silica
Abrasive
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentSqualane
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Seed Protein
Antioxidant
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Nylon-12
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningMethylparaben
Preservative
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Silica Silylate
Emollient
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone 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 DimethiconeThis 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 CrosspolymerNylon-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-12Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaZinc 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.
Learn more about Zinc StearateIngredient Ratings
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