Revlon Colorstay Finishing Pressed Powder - 820 Light Versus Benefit Cosmetics Hello Flawless Powder - Beige
Updated on March 06, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe setting spray & powders. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Revlon Colorstay Finishing Pressed Powder 17 ingredients
Benefit Cosmetics Hello Flawless Powder 24 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Revlon Colorstay Finishing Pressed Powder 17 ingredients
Benefit Cosmetics Hello Flawless Powder 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 5.94%
UV Absorber
Titanium Dioxide 1.7%
Cosmetic Colorant
Benzophenone-3 2%
UV Absorber
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Silica
Abrasive
Nylon-12
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Talc
Abrasive
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAluminum Dimyristate
Emulsion StabilisingBHT
Antioxidant
Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Methicone
Emollient
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientAlumina
Abrasive
CI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 5.94%, Titanium Dioxide 1.7%, Benzophenone-3 2%, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Silica, Nylon-12, Phenyl Trimethicone, Polyethylene, Talc, Lauroyl Lysine, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Aluminum Dimyristate, BHT, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Methicone, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Alumina, CI 77163, Mica, CI 75470, Iron Oxides
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Methicone is a type of silicone and is a simpler form of dimethicone.
Silicones are used to enhance the texture of products and have emollient properties. Methicone is used to give products a silky texture and improves spreadability.
Nylon-12 is a polymer. It is derived from 12-aminododecanoic acid, an omega-amino fatty acid
According to a manufacturer, it is a talc substitute. Like talc, nylon-12 gives products a satin feel. The manufacturer also claims this ingredients does not block pores and has moderate oil absorption.
This ingredient may not be reef-safe.
Learn more about Nylon-12Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconePolyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.
It is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
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 TalcTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneThis ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
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