Sea Makeup Acne Care Micro Setting Powder Versus Sea Makeup Acne Cover & Smooth Two Way Cake - Brown Sugar
Updated on November 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free setting spray & powders. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA and exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, oily skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Sea Makeup Acne Care Micro Setting Powder 15 ingredients
Sea Makeup Acne Cover & Smooth Two Way Cake 25 ingredients
About this product
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Sea Makeup Acne Care Micro Setting Powder 15 ingredients
Sea Makeup Acne Cover & Smooth Two Way Cake 25 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientBoron Nitride
AbsorbentNylon-12
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventHamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingTalc
Abrasive
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientMagnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Carthamus Tinctorius Extract
EmollientHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Mica, Polyethylene, Dimethicone, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Magnesium Stearate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Salicylic Acid, Ceramide 3, Niacinamide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ubiquinone, Carthamus Tinctorius Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Talc 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 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidPhenoxyethanol 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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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