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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair versus Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 .

Published on August 22, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe foundations. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C and Vitamin E

Suited For

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

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Foundation American Brand United States
Foundation American Brand United States

Foundation

A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.

Foundation

A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.

Price

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Buy Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer

Starts at $12.99
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Buy The Healthy Foundation SPF 20

Starts at $7.59

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
20

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

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

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Rosacea (2)
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane

Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 1.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 2.

2
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 2.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 1.

3
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 3.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 5.

4
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.

When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.

Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.

If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.

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Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 4.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 11.

We don't have a description for Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer.

Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 7.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 6.

6
What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.

Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 8.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 9.

7
What it does: Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.

It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.

Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.

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Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 12.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 13.

8
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.

Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 14.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 16.

9
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.

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Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 15.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 18.

10
What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant. Glycols are a class of alcohols. Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant and emulsifier.

As a surfactant, Hexylene Glycol helps gather dirt and oil on your skin to be washed away.

As an emulsifier, Hexylene Glycol helps keep water and oil together. This prevents them from separating in a product. Hexylene Glycol also thins out the texture of a product by lessening viscosity.

Hexylene Glycol has a small molecular weight.

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Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 22.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 25.

11
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl 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.

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Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 25.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 28.

12
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate

Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 36.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 32.

13
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.

Learn more about CI 77492

Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 38.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 36.

14
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

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 77891

Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 1 Fair contains this as ingredient number 39.

Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 37.

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

26% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
51% are disliked or very disliked
15% have no rating yet
22% are loved or liked
16% have mixed ratings
43% are disliked or very disliked
19% have no rating yet

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Physician's Formula Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer 39 ingredients

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Physician's Formula The Healthy Foundation SPF 20 37 ingredients

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