What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Trioctyldodecyl Citrate
EmollientOzokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPolybutene
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientPentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
Emulsifying
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylic/Capric/Stearic Triglyceride
Skin ConditioningBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Silica
Abrasive
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Serica
HumectantPentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantTrioctyldodecyl Citrate, Ozokerite, Polybutene, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Cera Microcristallina, Caprylic/Capric/Stearic Triglyceride, Beeswax, Silica, Synthetic Wax, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Serica, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Mica, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 17200, CI 19140, CI 15985, CI 42090, CI 15850, CI 45410, CI 77163, CI 75470
Dimethicone
Emollient
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
C13-15 Alkane
SolventParaffin
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Diethylhexyl Carbonate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Tribehenin
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Sorbeth-30 Tetraisostearate
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Collagen
Moisturising
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Dimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Isononyl Isononanoate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, C13-15 Alkane, Paraffin, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Diethylhexyl Carbonate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Synthetic Wax, Silica, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sorbitan Isostearate, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Cera Microcristallina, Caprylyl Glycol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Glyceryl Caprylate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Triethyl Citrate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Tribehenin, Glycerin, Sorbeth-30 Tetraisostearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Collagen, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, CI 15850, CI 19140, CI 15985, Titanium Dioxide, CI 42090, Iron Oxides
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 is a synthetic emollient that works as a lanolin substitute.
This ingredient is a great vegan option for those avoiding animal-derived ingredients.
It mostly stays on the surface of skin where it helps hydrate due to its large molecular size and low water solubility.
Due to it being derived from fatty acids, this ingredient may not be Malassezia or fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCera Microcristallina, aka microcrystalline wax, is a petroleum-derived wax that helps thicken texture and stabilize the oils in formulas.
It also has mild occlusive properties that creates a film on skin to slow down water loss.
The CIR Expert Panel has concluded this ingredient to be safe as used in cosmetics.
This ingredient is refined to a cosmetic grade with high purity. It is chemically inert, stable, and doesn't clog pores (petroleum has a comedogenic rating of 0).
Malassezia feeds on fatty acids roughly in the C11-24 range and this ingredient contains none of those. Since there's no plausible food source for it here, this ingredient is fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Cera MicrocristallinaCi 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850Ci 15985 is a dye made from petroleum. It is synthetically created and approved by the FDA for use in foods and cosmetics.
The color of this dye is orange/yellow.
This ingredient can be found in makeup, sun care, and skincare.
Learn more about CI 15985CI 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, also known as octyl palmitate, is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid.
In cosmetics, it plays many roles:
One thing worth noting: a controlled study found this ingredient applied under occlusion to acne-prone subjects increased microcomedones. Just keep in mind this was under occlusive conditions and don't reflect how most products are used day-to-day.
For most people, this is a well-tolerated and lightweight ingredient.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is an ester of palmitic acid, a C16 fatty acid that falls within the C11-24 range that Malassezia can metabolize.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateSilica, 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 SilicaSynthetic Wax is a manufactured hydrocarbon wax. In formulas, it works as an occlusive emollient that helps reduce water loss and improves the spreadability of products.
Research comparing synthetic wax to traditional mineral-derived products found that formulas containing it perform as well for skin hydration.
It is considered non-comedogenic and vegan-friendly.
This ingredient has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Synthetic Waxes are straight/branched-chain hydrocarbons with no ester bond or fatty acids. That means there is nothing for the Malassezia yeast to feed on.
Learn more about Synthetic Wax
