What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Isohexadecane
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Propanediol
Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polybutene
Acrylates Copolymer
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantOzokerite
Emulsion StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPEG-10
HumectantDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCellulose
AbsorbentSodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Propylene Carbonate
SolventAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientBHT
Antioxidant
Silica
Abrasive
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Water, Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, CI 77891, CI 77492, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Alcohol, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Polybutene, Acrylates Copolymer, CI 77491, Ozokerite, Magnesium Sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77499, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, PEG-10, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Cellulose, Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Propylene Carbonate, Aluminum Hydroxide, BHT, Silica, Sodium Hyaluronate
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-9 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer
PEG/PPG-20/15 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Magnesium Sulfate
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Silica
Abrasive
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Nylon-12
Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin Conditioning
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPolymethyl Methacrylate
Triethanolamine
BufferingTricaprylin
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Methylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Diazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, PEG-9 Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, PEG/PPG-20/15 Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Niacinamide, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Resveratrol, Oligopeptide-1, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Silica, Propylene Glycol, Nylon-12, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Cyclohexasiloxane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Triethanolamine, Tricaprylin, Disodium EDTA, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Diazolidinyl Urea, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, 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.
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 HydroxideButylene 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 GlycolCi 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 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 DimethiconeDSG is used as a surfactant.
Surfactants are cleansing ingredients that help remove oil, dirt, and other impurities from the skin. They work by reducing surface tension between water and oils/dirt to allow them to be easily rinsed away.
Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. More specifically, it is an epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.
Despite having ‘sulfate’ in the name, it isn’t a surfactant or cleansing agent like sodium lauryl sulfate. Unlike those sulfates, magnesium sulfate doesn’t have the same cleansing or foaming properties (it's simply a type of salt).
In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.
One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.
You can find this ingredient in sea water or mineral deposits.
Learn more about Magnesium SulfateSilica, 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 SilicaTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWater. 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!
Learn more about Water
