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What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Polybutene
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder
Abrasive
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Calcium Titanium Borosilicate
Abrasive
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Vanillyl Butyl Ether
MaskingCI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantMenthol
Masking
Menthyl Lactate
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic ColorantPolybutene, Paraffinum Liquidum, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder, Tin Oxide, Calcium Titanium Borosilicate, Trihydroxystearin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Vanillyl Butyl Ether, CI 77120, Menthol, Menthyl Lactate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 15850, CI 75470, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891, Mica
Polybutene
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Didecene
Skin ConditioningDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientHydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer
Silica Silylate
Emollient
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Dicalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
MaskingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Ethyl Vanillin
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Vanillyl Butyl Ether
MaskingLupinus Albus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCapsicum Frutescens Resin
CleansingSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Canola Oil
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Glyceryl Stearates
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantPolybutene, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Didecene, Diisostearyl Malate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Silica Silylate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Dicalcium Phosphate, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ethyl Vanillin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Vanillyl Butyl Ether, Lupinus Albus Seed Extract, Capsicum Frutescens Resin, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Canola Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Glyceryl Stearates, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Hexylene Glycol, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 42090, CI 15850
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850Ci 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 77891Ethylhexyl Palmitate, also known as octyl palmitate, is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid.
In cosmetics, it plays many roles:
One thing worth noting: a controlled study found this ingredient applied under occlusion to acne-prone subjects increased microcomedones. Just keep in mind this was under occlusive conditions and don't reflect how most products are used day-to-day.
For most people, this is a well-tolerated and lightweight ingredient.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is a fatty acid ester.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateWe don't have a description for Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer yet.
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamatePhenoxyethanol 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.
Polybutene is used to help control the viscosity of a product. This just means it helps adjusts the texture.
It is a polymer and does not get absorbed into the skin due to its large size.
Studies found this ingredient did not irritate skin in concentrations below 15%.
Learn more about PolybuteneSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteTocopherol 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 TocopherolTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWe don't have a description for Vanillyl Butyl Ether yet.
