Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Physician's Formula Mineral Wear® Talc-free Mineral Airbrushing Pressed Powder SPF 30 versus bareMinerals BarePro 16HR Skin-Perfecting Powder Foundation Fair 15 Warm .
Last updated on October 17, 2023. Published on June 02, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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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.
Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
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Ingredient Info
Physician's Formula Mineral Wear® Talc-free Mineral Airbrushing Pressed Powder SPF 30 20 ingredients
bareMinerals BarePro 16HR Skin-Perfecting Powder Foundation 37 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Contains Oils
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
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Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Oil Free
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
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Vegan
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Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Physician's Formula Mineral Wear® Talc-free Mineral Airbrushing Pressed Powder SPF 30 20 ingredients
bareMinerals BarePro 16HR Skin-Perfecting Powder Foundation 37 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Physician's Formula Mineral Wear® Talc-free Mineral Airbrushing Pressed Powder SPF 30 20 ingredients
bareMinerals BarePro 16HR Skin-Perfecting Powder Foundation 37 ingredients
Titanium Dioxide 15% • Zinc Oxide 10% • Mica • Tricaprylin • Boron Nitride • Zinc Stearate • Lauroyl Lysine • Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate • Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract • Panax Ginseng Root Extract • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Tocopheryl Acetate • Retinyl Palmitate • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Chlorphenesin • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Silicon/Titanium/Cerium/Iron Oxides
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Mica • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Zinc Oxide • Diphenyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Diphenyl Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • Dimethicone • Silica • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Zinc Myristate • Boron Nitride • Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter • Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone • Crithmum Maritimum Extract • Vitis Vinifera Juice Extract • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Squalane • Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract • Hydrogen Dimethicone • Tocopheryl Acetate • Quercetin • Polysilicone-2 • Aluminum Hydroxide • Polysorbate 80 • Methicone • Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate • Calcium Silicate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopherol • Water • Butylene Glycol • Lauroyl Lysine • Benzoic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Chlorphenesin • CI 77499
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Ingredients Explained
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Zinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide can be harmful to coral reefs.
More about harmful reef ingredients here.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc OxidePhysician's Formula Mineral Wear® Talc-free Mineral Airbrushing Pressed Powder SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
bareMinerals BarePro 16HR Skin-Perfecting Powder Foundation Fair 15 Warm contains this as ingredient number 4.
Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. 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.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaPhysician's Formula Mineral Wear® Talc-free Mineral Airbrushing Pressed Powder SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
bareMinerals BarePro 16HR Skin-Perfecting Powder Foundation Fair 15 Warm contains this as ingredient number 2.
Boron 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.
Physician's Formula Mineral Wear® Talc-free Mineral Airbrushing Pressed Powder SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
bareMinerals BarePro 16HR Skin-Perfecting Powder Foundation Fair 15 Warm contains this as ingredient number 10.
This ingredient comes from a fatty acid (lauric acid) and amino acid (lysine). It is used to add a silky feel to cosmetics.
According to a manufacturer, its fatty acid base leaves a silky feeling on the skin. It also has emollient properties because of this. Emollients help soften skin by preventing water from evaporating.
Lauroyl lysine is barely soluble in water.
Learn more about Lauroyl LysinePhysician's Formula Mineral Wear® Talc-free Mineral Airbrushing Pressed Powder SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 7.
bareMinerals BarePro 16HR Skin-Perfecting Powder Foundation Fair 15 Warm contains this as ingredient number 33.
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.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetatePhysician's Formula Mineral Wear® Talc-free Mineral Airbrushing Pressed Powder SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 14.
bareMinerals BarePro 16HR Skin-Perfecting Powder Foundation Fair 15 Warm contains this as ingredient number 21.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinPhysician's Formula Mineral Wear® Talc-free Mineral Airbrushing Pressed Powder SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 17.
bareMinerals BarePro 16HR Skin-Perfecting Powder Foundation Fair 15 Warm contains this as ingredient number 36.
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Physician's Formula Mineral Wear® Talc-free Mineral Airbrushing Pressed Powder SPF 30 20 ingredients
bareMinerals BarePro 16HR Skin-Perfecting Powder Foundation 37 ingredients
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Physician's Formula Mineral Wear® Talc-free Mineral Airbrushing Pressed Powder SPF 30 20 ingredients
bareMinerals BarePro 16HR Skin-Perfecting Powder Foundation 37 ingredients
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