What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
CI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantTricalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientCI 77220
Cosmetic ColorantMethylpropanediol
SolventMagnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Magnesium Myristate
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Mica, Silica, CI 77891, Phenyl Trimethicone, CI 77120, Tricalcium Phosphate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Diisostearyl Malate, CI 77220, Methylpropanediol, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Magnesium Myristate, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 77492, Cetearyl Alcohol, CI 77491, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, CI 77499
Talc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantSilicon
Abrasive
Nylon-12
Silica
Abrasive
Magnesium Myristate
Boron Nitride
Absorbent
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantHexyl Laurate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate
Skin ConditioningCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Isostearyl Neopentanoate
Emollient
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Kaolin
Abrasive
Ultramarines
CI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCalcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantTin Oxide
Abrasive
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Talc, Mica, Silicon, Nylon-12, Silica, Magnesium Myristate, Boron Nitride, CI 77891, Hexyl Laurate, Dimethicone, Diisostearyl Malate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499, Caprylyl Glycol, Isostearyl Neopentanoate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Kaolin, Ultramarines, CI 77742, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate, Magnesium Stearate, Tin Oxide, Tocopherol
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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.
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.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideCi 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 77891Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeWe don't have a description for Magnesium Myristate yet.
Magnesium Stearate is a salt that is 2 parts stearic acid and 1 part magnesium.
It is a white powder that can be used to add bulk and color to products by binding to oil ingredients.
Mica is a naturally occurring mineral used to add shimmer and color in cosmetics. It can also help improve the texture of a product or give it an opaque, white/silver color.
Serecite is the name for very fine but ragged grains of mica.
This ingredient is often coated with metal oxides like titanium dioxide. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Learn more about MicaPhenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconeSilica, 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 SilicaTalc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.
Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.
If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.
Learn more about TalcTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicon-based surface modifier that makes sunscreens feel silky and makeup stay put.
Its main job is to coat mineral particles like titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and color pigments in a thin, oily layer so they spread smoothly, don't clump, and stick to skin better.
This ingredient is typically used at low levels (up to 2.5% in eyeshadow and 1% in lipstick).
Learn more about Triethoxycaprylylsilane
