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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 versus Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 .

Last updated on November 18, 2023. Published on August 15, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free foundations. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens, oils or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and silicones

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Foundation South Korean Brand South Korea
Foundation South Korean Brand South Korea

Foundation

A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.

Foundation

A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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Romand Bare Water Cushion 59 ingredients

Romand Nu Zero Cushion 34 ingredients

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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Romand Bare Water Cushion 59 ingredients

Romand Nu Zero Cushion 34 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid (5)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (4)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Romand Bare Water Cushion 59 ingredients

Romand Nu Zero Cushion 34 ingredients

WaterDibutyl AdipateTitanium DioxidePropanediolEthylhexyl SalicylateHomosalateEthylhexyl TriazoneNiacinamideDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateButyloctyl SalicylateCoco-Caprylate/Caprate1,2-HexanediolCaprylic/Capric TriglyceridePanthenolPhenyl TrimethiconeAdansonia Digitata Fruit ExtractPrunus Persica Flower ExtractHydrogenated LecithinSodium HyaluronatePentylene Glycol Polyhydroxystearic AcidGlyceryl StearateIsononyl IsononanoateButylene GlycolHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy EtherTriethoxycaprylylsilanePolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6Aluminum HydroxidePeg-240/Hdi Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 EtherAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp CopolymerEthylhexylglycerinAluminaStearic AcidAdenosineT-Butyl AlcoholPolyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl DimethiconeSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerCeramide NPPolyisobuteneTocopherolPeg-10 Rapeseed SterolPotassium LaurateDipropylene GlycolSorbitan OleateCaprylyl/Capryl GlucosideGlycereth-20Dimethylsilanol HyaluronateHydrolyzed Sodium HyaluronateHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidPotassium HyaluronateHyaluronic AcidSodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerHydroxypropyltrimonium HyaluronateSodium Hyaluronate DimethylsilanolSodium Acetylated HyaluronateParfumCI 77492CI 77491CI 77499

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.

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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Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 1.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Mixed

Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.

Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.

With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.

Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.

Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.

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Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 3.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.

It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 4.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 5.

4
What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.

Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.

The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.

When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.

Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.

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Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 8.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 9.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Butyloctyl Salicylate is a photostabilizer, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.

This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.

Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.

According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.

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Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 10.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 6.

6
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 12.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 18.

7
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.

Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 24.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 26.

8
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 26.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 24.

9
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Disliked

Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.

As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.

According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.

In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.

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Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 28.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 23.

10
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.

Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.

Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.

In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.

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Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 34.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 28.

11
What it does: Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.

Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.

You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.

There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.

Learn more about Tocopherol

Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 40.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 32.

12
What it does: Humectant, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in healthy skin. It is a humectant, meaning it draws moisture to your skin.

Hyaluronic Acid has the capacity to bind to large amounts of water. This ingredient helps hydrate, soothe, and protect the skin.

Fun fact: It is already naturally found in our bodies, such as the fluids of our eyes and our joints.

Studies find this ingredient to have anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. This can help speed up wound-healing,

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

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Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 51.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 33.

13
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

Learn more about Parfum

Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 56.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 34.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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 77492

Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 57.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 22.

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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.

Romand Bare Water Cushion 05 Sand 25 contains this as ingredient number 59.

Romand Nu Zero Cushion Porcelain 17 contains this as ingredient number 29.

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Romand Bare Water Cushion 59 ingredients

Romand Nu Zero Cushion 34 ingredients

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22% have mixed ratings
34% are disliked or very disliked
12% have no rating yet
21% are loved or liked
15% have mixed ratings
56% are disliked or very disliked
9% have no rating yet

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