Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Rimmel London Stay Matte Primer versus e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer .
Published on August 17, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe face primers. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Face Primer
A base to help makeup products last longer on the face or to help control shine.
Face Primer
A base to help makeup products last longer on the face or to help control shine.
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Ingredient Info
Rimmel London Stay Matte Primer 26 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer 26 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
At a glance
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Rimmel London Stay Matte Primer 26 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer 26 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Rimmel London Stay Matte Primer 26 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer 26 ingredients
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Talc • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate • Propylene Glycol • Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • Isononyl Isononanoate • Polypropylene • Silica • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Magnesium Sulfate • Bis-Peg/Ppg-14/14 Dimethicone • Glycerin • Laureth-7 • Tribehenin • Xanthan Gum • Phenoxyethanol • Propylene Carbonate • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Chlorphenesin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Disodium EDTA • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • CI 77891
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Dimethicone • Ceresin • Glycerin • Silica • Capryloyl Glycine • Lauryl Peg-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Propylene Glycol • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Sodium Chloride • Aminomethyl Propanol • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Kaolin • Charcoal Powder • Disodium EDTA • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Alumina • Oryza Sativa Bran Wax • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • CI 77891
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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.
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!
Learn more about WaterRimmel London Stay Matte Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 CyclopentasiloxaneRimmel London Stay Matte Primer contains this as ingredient number 2.
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolRimmel London Stay Matte Primer contains this as ingredient number 6.
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 11.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaRimmel London Stay Matte Primer contains this as ingredient number 10.
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 7.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinRimmel London Stay Matte Primer contains this as ingredient number 15.
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 Stay Matte Primer contains this as ingredient number 19.
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 24.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTARimmel London Stay Matte Primer contains this as ingredient number 24.
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 20.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneRimmel London Stay Matte Primer contains this as ingredient number 25.
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 77891Rimmel London Stay Matte Primer contains this as ingredient number 26.
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer contains this as ingredient number 26.
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Rimmel London Stay Matte Primer 26 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer 26 ingredients
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Rimmel London Stay Matte Primer 26 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Matte Putty Primer 26 ingredients
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