What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingTriethylhexanoin
MaskingDimethicone
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantKaolin
Abrasive
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Silica
Abrasive
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientAlumina
Abrasive
Parfum
Masking
Isononyl Isononanoate, Octyldodecanol, Ozokerite, Triethylhexanoin, Dimethicone, CI 77891, Kaolin, CI 77492, Synthetic Wax, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Microcrystalline Wax, CI 77499, CI 77491, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Silica, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Alumina, Parfum
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPolymethyl Methacrylate
Triisodecyl Trimellitate
EmollientPolyethylene
Abrasive
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Kaolin
Abrasive
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Lecithin
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Magnesium Silver Phosphate
AntimicrobialTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Iron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPhenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Isononyl Isononanoate, Silica, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Ozokerite, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Triisodecyl Trimellitate, Polyethylene, Microcrystalline Wax, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Kaolin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sodium Magnesium Silver Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Iron Oxides, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 77891Dimethicone 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 DimethiconeIsononyl Isononanoate is a synthetic skin-conditioner and texture enhancer. It is created from nonanoic acid, a fatty acid found in cocoa and lavender oil.
As an emollient, Isononyl Isononanoate helps keep your skin soft and smooth. This is because emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in.
Isononyl Isononanoate helps give products a velvet feel and improves spreadability.
Learn more about Isononyl IsononanoateKaolin is a clay. It is used for oil control and to help minimize pores. Like other clays, kaolin has the ability to absorb excess sebum or oil. This can help clean out pores and mattify the skin.
Some types of kaolin may have exfoliating properties. When water is added to kaolin, it becomes a paste with small abrasive particles.
Most kaolin is a white color, but may be pink/orange/red depending on where it comes from.
The name 'kaolin' comes from a Chinese village named 'Gaoling'. Kaolin clay comes from rocks rich in kaolinite. Kaolinite, the mineral, has a silicate layered structure. Kaolinite is formed from chemical weathering of aluminum siilicate minerals.
Besides skincare, kaolin is commonly used to make glossy paper, in ceramics, toothpaste, and as medicine to soothe stomach issues.
Learn more about KaolinMicrocrystalline Wax is created by de-oiling petroleum. It is highly refined and purified before being added to cosmetics.
Microcrystalline Wax is used to enhance the texture and create even consistency. It helps stabilize a product by preventing ingredients from separating.
Ozokerite is a naturally occuring mineral wax. In cosmetics, ozokerite is used as a texture enhancer.
Ceresin wax is derived from this ingredient.
The melting point of ozokerite is 58-100 C.
Ozokerite is found all over the world including Scotland, the US, and India.
Learn more about OzokeriteSilica, 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 SilicaThis oil comes from the seeds of the desert shrub called Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil, a non-comedogenic oil.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient.
It also contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and protects your skin against oxidative damage.
This ingredient humectant properties, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some strains of bacteria.
Studies also show it helps in wound healing. In fact, Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Fun fact: Jojoba oil similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. It is also promising with helping to regulate sebum production.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilTocopheryl 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 AcetateEuphorbia Cerifera wax comes from a shrub in Northern Mexico. It is used to stabilize formulations and has emollient properties.
Emollients form a thin layer on top of skin to prevent water from evaporating, keeping skin and lips hydrated.
According to a manufacturer, this wax can range from a yellow/brown color to translucent.
Learn more about Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
