What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Diphenyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Diphenyl Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Isoeicosane
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientPolyethylene
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantParaffin
Perfuming
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Diglyceryl Sebacate/Isopalmitate
EmollientSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Lecithin
Emollient
Propylene Carbonate
SolventPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingGossypium Herbaceum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningDimethicone, Isoamyl Laurate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Diphenyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Diphenyl Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Isononyl Isononanoate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Isoeicosane, Diisostearyl Malate, Polyethylene, CI 77891, Silica, Microcrystalline Wax, CI 77491, Paraffin, CI 77492, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Synthetic Wax, Diglyceryl Sebacate/Isopalmitate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, CI 15850, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, CI 77499, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Propylene Carbonate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Butylene Glycol, Water, Glycerin, Tocopherol, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hexylene Glycol, Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Extract
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isoeicosane
EmollientKaolin
Abrasive
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingParaffin
Perfuming
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Silica
Abrasive
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientVanillin
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Linoleate
Emollient
Glyceryl Linolenate
Emollient
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingMethicone
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 47005
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 45370
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Isoeicosane, Kaolin, Ceresin, Paraffin, Isononyl Isononanoate, Microcrystalline Wax, Silica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Vanillin, Tocopherol, Glyceryl Linoleate, Glyceryl Linolenate, Pvp, Methicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Mica, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 77163, CI 75470, CI 15850, CI 45410, CI 19140, CI 15985, CI 47005, CI 17200, CI 42090, CI 73360, CI 45370
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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.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850Ci 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 77891Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
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 DimethiconeHydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneWe don't have a description for Isoeicosane yet.
Isononyl Isononanoate is a synthetic skin-conditioner and texture enhancer. It is created from nonanoic acid, a fatty acid found in cocoa and lavender oil.
As an emollient, Isononyl Isononanoate helps keep your skin soft and smooth. This is because emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in.
Isononyl Isononanoate helps give products a velvet feel and improves spreadability.
Learn more about Isononyl IsononanoateMicrocrystalline Wax is created by de-oiling petroleum. It is highly refined and purified before being added to cosmetics.
Microcrystalline Wax is used to enhance the texture and create even consistency. It helps stabilize a product by preventing ingredients from separating.
Paraffin is a solid created from petroleum. The term 'paraffin' can also refer to either
petroleum jelly or mineral oil.
It has natural occlusive properties which can worsen oily skin. Due to its petrolatum base, this ingredient is not fungal-acne safe.
Silica, 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 SilicaTocopherol (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 TocopherolTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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 Triethoxycaprylylsilane
