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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Rimmel London Lasting Matte Concealer 040 Tan versus Shiseido Synchro Skin Correcting Gelstick Concealer 101 Fair .

Last updated on November 07, 2023. Published on November 07, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both concealers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or oils

What's Inside

They both contain silicones and sulfates

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Concealer British Brand United Kingdom
Concealer Japanese Brand Japan

Concealer

A liquid or cream used to hide blemishes on the skin.

Concealer

A liquid or cream used to hide blemishes on the skin.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Brightening

Concerns

Drying
Irritating
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (4)
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Irritating
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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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
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. 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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Rimmel London Lasting Matte Concealer 040 Tan contains this as ingredient number 1.

Shiseido Synchro Skin Correcting Gelstick Concealer 101 Fair contains this as ingredient number 19.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane

Rimmel London Lasting Matte Concealer 040 Tan contains this as ingredient number 2.

Shiseido Synchro Skin Correcting Gelstick Concealer 101 Fair contains this as ingredient number 6.

3
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Rimmel London Lasting Matte Concealer 040 Tan contains this as ingredient number 4.

Shiseido Synchro Skin Correcting Gelstick Concealer 101 Fair contains this as ingredient number 30.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.

Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.

Rimmel London Lasting Matte Concealer 040 Tan contains this as ingredient number 12.

Shiseido Synchro Skin Correcting Gelstick Concealer 101 Fair contains this as ingredient number 16.

5
What it does: Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.

It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.

Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.

Learn more about Disteardimonium Hectorite

Rimmel London Lasting Matte Concealer 040 Tan contains this as ingredient number 22.

Shiseido Synchro Skin Correcting Gelstick Concealer 101 Fair contains this as ingredient number 27.

6
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Rimmel London Lasting Matte Concealer 040 Tan contains this as ingredient number 23.

Shiseido Synchro Skin Correcting Gelstick Concealer 101 Fair contains this as ingredient number 21.

7
What it does: Solvent

This 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.

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Rimmel London Lasting Matte Concealer 040 Tan contains this as ingredient number 30.

Shiseido Synchro Skin Correcting Gelstick Concealer 101 Fair contains this as ingredient number 31.

8
What it does: Antioxidant, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

BHT is a synthetic antioxidant. As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.

BHT also helps stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Many products are sensitive to air and light. BHT prevents them from breaking down when exposed.

Rimmel London Lasting Matte Concealer 040 Tan contains this as ingredient number 32.

Shiseido Synchro Skin Correcting Gelstick Concealer 101 Fair contains this as ingredient number 44.

9
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

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 77891

Rimmel London Lasting Matte Concealer 040 Tan contains this as ingredient number 34.

Shiseido Synchro Skin Correcting Gelstick Concealer 101 Fair contains this as ingredient number 2.

10
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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.

Rimmel London Lasting Matte Concealer 040 Tan contains this as ingredient number 35.

Shiseido Synchro Skin Correcting Gelstick Concealer 101 Fair contains this as ingredient number 13.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

11% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
63% are disliked or very disliked
11% have no rating yet
15% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet

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