Rimmel London Lasting Finish 25Hr Foundation SPF 20 Versus Mac Cosmetics Studio Radiance Face and Body Foundation
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientDicaprylyl Ether
EmollientIsododecane
EmollientAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentZinc Oxide
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
AbrasiveGlycerin
HumectantCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingTri (Polyglyceryl-3/Lauryl) Hydrogenated Trilinoleate
EmulsifyingTrimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientNiacinamide
Smoothing2,3-Butanediol
HumectantStearalkonium Bentonite
Gel FormingPropylene Carbonate
SolventTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientSodium Benzoate
MaskingChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialParfum
MaskingSodium Chloride
MaskingSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantHexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingHexamethylindanopyran
MaskingLimonene
PerfumingCitrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
AntioxidantRosa Damascena Flower Extract
MaskingTocopherol
AntioxidantBenzyl Salicylate
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingTetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes
MaskingGeraniol
PerfumingCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
MaskingCitronellol
PerfumingAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone
PerfumingLinalyl Acetate
MaskingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Isododecane, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Zinc Oxide, Silica, Glycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Tri (Polyglyceryl-3/Lauryl) Hydrogenated Trilinoleate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Niacinamide, 2,3-Butanediol, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Propylene Carbonate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Parfum, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hexamethylindanopyran, Limonene, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Geraniol, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Citronellol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Linalyl Acetate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantVp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Stearic Acid
CleansingPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
EmulsifyingEthylhexyl Hydroxystearate
EmollientVp/Eicosene Copolymer
Talc
AbrasiveTrimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientTocopherol
AntioxidantTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantFusanus Spicatus Wood Oil
MaskingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
MaskingMagnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentTriethanolamine
BufferingPolysorbate 20
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCetyl Alcohol
EmollientFarnesol
PerfumingDisodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
PreservativeChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialMica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Butylene Glycol, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Stearic Acid, Phenyl Trimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Talc, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Triethanolamine, Polysorbate 20, Xanthan Gum, Cetyl Alcohol, Farnesol, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Mica, CI 77891, 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.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinCi 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 77891Tocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateThis silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about TrimethylsiloxysilicateWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water