What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentSilica
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Trimethoxycaprylylsilane
SmoothingUltramarines
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Mica, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Boron Nitride, Silica, Dimethicone, Magnesium Stearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Titanium Dioxide, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Trimethoxycaprylylsilane, Ultramarines, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 19140
Dimethicone
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Silica
Abrasive
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Trimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Propylene Carbonate
SolventSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
BHT
Antioxidant
Alumina
Abrasive
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
C20-24 Olefin
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantTalc
Abrasive
Magnesium/Potassium/Silicon/Fluoride/Hydroxide/Oxide
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Isostearyl Neopentanoate
Emollient
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientMethicone
Emollient
CI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Diisostearyl Malate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Mica, Silica, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Microcrystalline Wax, C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Polyethylene, Trimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Ceresin, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Caprylate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Propylene Carbonate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Tocopherol, BHT, Alumina, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, C20-24 Olefin, Glycerin, CI 77891, CI 15850, CI 42090, Talc, Magnesium/Potassium/Silicon/Fluoride/Hydroxide/Oxide, Boron Nitride, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Zinc Stearate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Isostearyl Neopentanoate, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Myristic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Methicone, CI 77007, CI 73360, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is a synthetic powder used as an absorbent, thickener, and anti-caking agent.
As an absorbent, it is great at mattifying skin by soaking up the oil. This is why you'll find it in a range of products from makeup to moisturizers.
This ingredient is considered a modified starch. Starch can also be found naturally in plants.
One study from 1991 found that 5% of this ingredient enhanced titanium dioxide SPF by as much as 40%. The study found 1% titanium dioxide had a 5.6 SPF and adding 5% of aluminum starch octenylsuccinate boosted it to an SPF of 8.1
Although “aluminum” in an ingredient name can raise red flags for some consumers, the form and usage context matter significantly. For typical topical applications, there is no substantial evidence of health risks - such as cancer, neurotoxicity, or systemic “aluminum overload.”
Learn more about Aluminum Starch OctenylsuccinateBoron Nitride is compound consisting of boron and nitrogen. It is used to absorb oil and modify adherence/ slip in products.
This means it is often used in makeup products to help them last longer.
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 GlycolDiisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
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 DimethiconeGlyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut. It has emollient and emulsifier properties.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate your skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier on your skin to trap moisture in, helping to keep your skin soft and smooth.
On the other hand, emulsifiers prevent ingredients (such as oil and water) from separating.
Learn more about Glyceryl CaprylateMica is a naturally occurring mineral used to add shimmer and color in cosmetics. It can also help improve the texture of a product or give it an opaque, white/silver color.
Serecite is the name for very fine but ragged grains of mica.
This ingredient is often coated with metal oxides like titanium dioxide. 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.
Learn more about MicaSilica, 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 SilicaTalc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.
Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.
If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.
Learn more about Talc
