What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Paraffin
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantPhenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Paraffin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isononyl Isononanoate, Silica, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Diisostearyl Malate, Octyldodecanol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ozokerite, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Cera Microcristallina, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Glyceryl Behenate, Sodium Hyaluronate, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 15850
Punica Granatum Extract
AstringentCanola Oil
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Alumina
Abrasive
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Citronellol
Perfuming
Magnesium Silicate
AbsorbentLimonene
Perfuming
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Geraniol
Perfuming
CI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Colophonium
Linalool
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantPunica Granatum Extract, Canola Oil, Squalane, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Tocopherol, Alumina, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Glycine Soja Oil, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Silica, Citronellol, Magnesium Silicate, Limonene, Tin Oxide, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Geraniol, CI 77120, Benzyl Alcohol, Colophonium, Linalool, Citric Acid, Parfum, CI 77891, Mica, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 15850, CI 15985, CI 45380, CI 45410, CI 17200, CI 77742, CI 42090, CI 19140, CI 75470
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (aka MCT Oil) is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping to prevent moisture loss.
Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. One perk of this ingredient is that it is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid.
In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Just patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
This ingredient is treated as the gold standard fungal acne safe oil. Even though it is coconut derived, the problematic lauric acid is stripped out.
This leaves just caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) acid. These chain lengths actually trend antifungal; a 2020 study found caprylic acid was enough to disrupt Malassezia furfur cell membrane, with a caprylic acid derivative damaging membrane structures at concentrations as low as 0.2%.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 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 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 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 77491Ci 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 77891Euphorbia Cerifera Cera (aka candelilla wax) is a vegan stand-in for beeswax. It is a plant-derived wax that functions as an astringent, emulsion stabilizer, film-former, and skin conditioner.
On skin, it forms a protective barrier that helps lock in moisture while it enhances product stability, prevents separation, and helps color last longer in makeup.
This ingredient is generally safe for use in cosmetics with one nuance: some grades of candelilla wax can naturally contain benzyl alcohol at concentrations high enough to require declaration under EU labeling rules. This isn't a concern for most people but relevant for those with fragrance sensitivities.
Candelilla wax contains fatty acids (mainly C31) and wax esters that can be used by the Malassezia yeast, so this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.
You might see Euphorbia Cerifera "Wax" instead of "cera". This is because some brands, databases, or labels use it interchangeably; they're the same ingredient.
Learn more about Euphorbia Cerifera CeraSilica, 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 Silica
