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Last updated on October 28, 2023. Published on March 03, 2024

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin C

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Setting Spray & Powder American Brand United States
Sunscreen American Brand United States

Setting Spray & Powder

Setting sprays and powders are often the last step of makeup. They are used to help makeup stay in place and last longer.

Sunscreen

Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.

Price

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Buy Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder

Starts at $34.00
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Buy Even Better Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15

Starts at $35.00

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
15

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter
Mineral UV Filter (2)
Vitamin C (2)
Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing (2)
Skin Texture (2)
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Drying
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

One/Size by Patrick Starrr Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder Universal Translucent contains this as ingredient number 8.

Clinique Even Better Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15 CN10 Alabaster contains this as ingredient number 39.

2
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl 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 Glycol

One/Size by Patrick Starrr Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder Universal Translucent contains this as ingredient number 9.

Clinique Even Better Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15 CN10 Alabaster contains this as ingredient number 36.

3
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

This silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.

It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.

According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.

Learn more about Trimethylsiloxysilicate

One/Size by Patrick Starrr Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder Universal Translucent contains this as ingredient number 12.

Clinique Even Better Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15 CN10 Alabaster contains this as ingredient number 10.

4
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Methicone is a type of silicone.

One/Size by Patrick Starrr Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder Universal Translucent contains this as ingredient number 15.

Clinique Even Better Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15 CN10 Alabaster contains this as ingredient number 24.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

12% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
59% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet
18% are loved or liked
18% have mixed ratings
45% are disliked or very disliked
18% have no rating yet

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