NYX Cosmetics Can’t Stop Won’t Stop Setting Powder - Light Versus NYX Cosmetics Stay Matte But Not Flat Pressed Powder Foundation - Beige
Updated on April 07, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free setting spray & powders. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
NYX Cosmetics Can’t Stop Won’t Stop Setting Powder 11 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Stay Matte But Not Flat Pressed Powder Foundation 18 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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NYX Cosmetics Can’t Stop Won’t Stop Setting Powder 11 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Stay Matte But Not Flat Pressed Powder Foundation 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Nylon-12
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientMagnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantBoron Nitride
AbsorbentGlycerin
Humectant
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Alumina
Abrasive
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaMica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. 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.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaNylon-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-12Phenoxyethanol 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.
Zinc 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 StearateThis 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.
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