Rare Beauty Positive Light Liquid Luminizer - Captivate Versus KAHI Highlighter
Updated on October 26, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe highlighters. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Rare Beauty Positive Light Liquid Luminizer 20 ingredients
KAHI Highlighter 64 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Rare Beauty Positive Light Liquid Luminizer 20 ingredients
KAHI Highlighter 64 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Isododecane
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientHydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer
Octyldodecanol
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningNymphaea Odorata Root Extract
RefreshingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Lecithin
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Isododecane, Mica, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Octyldodecanol, Dimethicone, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Nymphaea Odorata Root Extract, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isostearic Acid, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tin Oxide, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, CI 77891, Iron Oxides
Octyldodecanol
EmollientSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Polybutene
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientPropylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Skin ConditioningPolyethylene
Abrasive
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientNeopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-10 Nonaisostearate
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientCopernicia Cerifera Wax
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingCandida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
AntimicrobialBacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Candida/Garcinia Cambogia Ferment
Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Germ Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCrataegus Monogyna Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningJasminum Sambac Flower Extract
Masking
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Acetylated Sucrose Distearate
EmollientDiglyceryl Sebacate/Isopalmitate
EmollientHydroxyapatite
Abrasive
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingSilica
Abrasive
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Carbonate
SolventPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Soluble Proteoglycan
Skin ConditioningSodium Dna
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Pentapeptide-9
Bleaching
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantGardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
Cosmetic ColorantOctyldodecanol, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polybutene, Diisostearyl Malate, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Polyethylene, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Dimethicone, Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Polyglyceryl-10 Nonaisostearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Synthetic Wax, CI 77891, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment, Bacillus Ferment, Candida/Garcinia Cambogia Ferment, Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract, Oryza Sativa Germ Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract, Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract, Jasminum Sambac Flower Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Acetylated Sucrose Distearate, Diglyceryl Sebacate/Isopalmitate, Hydroxyapatite, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Silica, Adenosine, Propylene Carbonate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Butylene Glycol, Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ceramide NP, Citric Acid, Soluble Proteoglycan, Sodium Dna, Sh-Pentapeptide-9, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Linalool, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, CI 77491, Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 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 DimethiconeHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilOctyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol. It is primarily used to enhance the texture of products.
As an emulsifier, Octyldodecanol helps prevent the oils and waters from separating. It also prevents ingredients from creating foam when shaken.
Octyldodecanol is created by reducing fatty acid to an alcohol.
Due to its high molecular weight, it does not get absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about OctyldodecanolPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateIngredient Ratings
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KAHI Highlighter 64 ingredients
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