What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Isohexadecane
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingSilica
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Sapphire
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientTridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Laminaria Digitata Powder
Skin ConditioningIsocetyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Tribehenin
Emollient
Sorbeth-30 Tetraisostearate
Emulsifying
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Fullerenes
AntimicrobialSqualane
Emollient
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Octyldodecanol, Isohexadecane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Ozokerite, Silica, Mica, Synthetic Sapphire, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cera Microcristallina, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Tocopherol, Laminaria Digitata Powder, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Tribehenin, Sorbeth-30 Tetraisostearate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glyceryl Behenate, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Fullerenes, Squalane, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77891
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientKaolin
Abrasive
Petrolatum
Emollient
C30-45 Alkyl Methicone
Emollient
C30-45 Olefin
Skin ConditioningPropylparaben
Preservative
BHT
Antioxidant
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Polybutene
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-1
Emollient
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantAlternatives
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 a petroleum-derived wax used to thicken formulas, improve texture, and help lock in moisture.
Like other forms of wax, it forms an occlusive layer on the skin to reduce water loss.
While it can be beneficial for very dry or compromised skin, Cera Microcristallina may not be fungal acne safe; waxes and certain hydrocarbons may contribute to Malassezia growth for those prone to fungal acne.
As with many heavy occlusive ingredients, it may feel too rich for oily or acne-prone skin types. Individual tolerance can vary.
Learn more about Cera MicrocristallinaCi 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 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created CI 77492 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 77492Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
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 DimethiconeDimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.
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 a fatty acid ester.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Palmitate
