Royues Capsule Matte Foundation - #01 Versus AOA Skin Dewy Blend Foundation - L1
Updated on October 14, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both foundations. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols
What's Inside
They both contain parabens and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Royues Capsule Matte Foundation 25 ingredients
AOA Skin Dewy Blend Foundation 20 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Royues Capsule Matte Foundation 25 ingredients
AOA Skin Dewy Blend Foundation 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningIsododecane
EmollientCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPropylene Glycol
Humectant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Magnesium Sulfate
PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Dimethicone
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-3 Pentaricinoleate
EmollientSorbitan Tristearate
EmulsifyingParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Methylparaben
Preservative
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Propylparaben
Preservative
Water, Isododecane, CI 77891, Propylene Glycol, CI 77492, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Butylene Glycol, CI 77491, Sorbitan Oleate, Magnesium Sulfate, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Dimethicone, Silica, Cyclopentasiloxane, Magnesium Stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Pentaricinoleate, Sorbitan Tristearate, Paraffinum Liquidum, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77499, Aluminum Hydroxide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Methylparaben, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Propylparaben
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Steareth-21
CleansingMethylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
BHT
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Iron Oxides
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Propylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dimethicone, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Steareth-21, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, BHT, Parfum, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Linalool, Limonene, Iron Oxides, Titanium Dioxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
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.
It is also 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 CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone 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 DimethiconeEthylhexyl Palmitate is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is a fatty acid ester.
The fatty acid content of Ethylhexyl Palmitate makes it an emollient. Emollients help soften and hydrate your skin by trapping moisture within.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is also used to help improve the texture of cosmetics. It helps other ingredient dissolve in products and help disperse ingredients more evenly.
You'll likely find this ingredient in sunscreen, as it is often used to mix UV-blocking ingredients such as avobenzone and ethylhexyl triazone.
It can also help stabilize the fragrances in a product as a fragrance fixative.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate can be used to substitute mineral oil.
Due to its high fatty acid content, it may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateMethylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenPropylene 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 develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolPropylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben with antifungal and antimicrobial properties.
This ingredient can be naturally found in plants and insects, but most of it is synthetically manufactured for human use. In cosmetics, it is usually created by reacting para-aminobenzoic acid and propanol (an alcohol).
You can usually find this ingredient in water-based products.
Parabens have come under controversy due to the claim they are hormone disruptors. Studies show conflicting results. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Propylparaben is commonly found in food, medicine, and cosmetics.
Learn more about PropylparabenWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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