What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Polybutene
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSilica
Abrasive
Magnesium Sulfate
Isododecane
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Butylene Glycol, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Polybutene, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Silica, Magnesium Sulfate, Isododecane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, Sorbitan Isostearate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate, Disodium EDTA, Tocopherol, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Panthenol, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Mica, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 15850, CI 42090, CI 77499, CI 77007, CI 73360, CI 19140
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Silica
Abrasive
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Alumina
Abrasive
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Ozokerite, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Microcrystalline Wax, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Polyethylene, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Alumina, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Octocrylene
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 DimethiconeThis ingredient is a silicone elastomer that works as a texture enhancer, adds a silky slip, and also helps absorb excess oil.
Because it's a large macromolecule that's insoluble in water and chemically inert, it's not expected to penetrate or be absorbed into skin.
Human patch tests with a facial lotion containing 1% of this ingredient found no sensitization.
Learn more about Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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 is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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
