rhode Pocket Bronzer Versus Versed Bronzer Stick
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSynthetic Wax
AbrasiveNeopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientSilica
AbrasiveHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientKaolin
AbrasiveMagnesium/Potassium/Silicon/Fluoride/Hydroxide/Oxide
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
EmollientDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingDicalcium Phosphate
AbrasiveSorbitan Sesquioleate
EmulsifyingBoron Nitride
AbsorbentTocopherol
AntioxidantGlycerin
HumectantCalophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
AntimicrobialPalmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
EmollientVp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
EmulsifyingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Carbonate
SolventLauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
EmollientStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Synthetic Wax, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Silica, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Kaolin, Magnesium/Potassium/Silicon/Fluoride/Hydroxide/Oxide, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dicalcium Phosphate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Boron Nitride, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water, Propylene Carbonate, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 15850, CI 42090
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSilica
AbrasiveDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin ConditioningC10-18 Triglycerides
EmollientPolyhydroxystearic Acid
EmulsifyingCaprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride
EmollientStearyl Behenate
EmollientDicalcium Phosphate
AbrasiveSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingSorbitan Isostearate
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingIsostearic Acid
CleansingLecithin
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
EmulsifyingBlakeslea Trispora Mycelium Extract
Propylene Carbonate
SolventSilica Silylate
EmollientCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCoco-Caprylate/Caprate, Octyldodecanol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Diisostearyl Malate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, C10-18 Triglycerides, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride, Stearyl Behenate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Blakeslea Trispora Mycelium Extract, Propylene Carbonate, Silica Silylate, CI 77891, CI 42090, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
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 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
Ci 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 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Ci 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 77891This ingredient is a mineral salt of calcium and phosphate. It is mainly used as a mild abrasive and sometimes used to add opacity to a formula.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is a plant-derived emulsifier and pigment-dispersing agent with a non-sticky skin feel.
It helps products glide on smoothly and prevents oil and water from separating in a formula, making it suitable for sunscreen and makeup formulations.
The EU inventory of cosmetics has no use restrictions on this ingredient and it is considered well-tolerated.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is derived from isostearic acid.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearatePolyhydroxystearic Acid is a vegetable-derived soft wax made from castor oil. It's an emulsion stabilizer, thickener, and film former.
You'll likely see it in sunscreens because it helps disperse pigments and UV-reflecting minerals like titanium dioxide and zinc oxide evenly.
Depending on the concentration, it can drastically change the texture of a product from pasty solid (like lipstick) to sprayable liquid.
The CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety has concluded this ingredient to be safe in cosmetics. The highest reported use concentration is 14.2% in lipsticks.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidThis ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateSilica, 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 SilicaStearalkonium Hectorite is a clay-derived ingredient used to thicken a product and help create a gel-like texture.