Sephora Collection Reveal The Real 12HR Soft Radiant Skin Tint Versus Almay Clear Complexion Concealer
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningIsododecane
EmollientDimethicone
EmollientCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantAlcohol Denat.
AntimicrobialBoron Nitride
AbsorbentButylene Glycol
HumectantPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Hydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantPEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingDimethiconol
EmollientChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantTropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Isododecane, Dimethicone, CI 77891, Alcohol Denat., Boron Nitride, Butylene Glycol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Hydroxyacetophenone, CI 77492, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Chlorphenesin, CI 77491, Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, CI 77499
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientGlycerin
HumectantKaolin
AbrasiveDimethicone
EmollientBoron Nitride
AbsorbentTribehenin
EmollientPEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingTrimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningPolyethylene
AbrasiveAloe Barbadensis Leaf
MaskingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin ConditioningMaris Sal
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningAlpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientLactobacillus
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
AbsorbentPerlite
AbsorbentPolyisobutene
Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice
Skin ConditioningTetrasodium EDTA
Tocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Trisiloxane
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Kaolin, Dimethicone, Boron Nitride, Tribehenin, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Polyethylene, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Maris Sal, Silica, 1,2-Hexanediol, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Caprylyl Glycol, Lactobacillus, Maltodextrin, Perlite, Polyisobutene, Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Trisiloxane, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891, Zinc Oxide
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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.
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
Boron Nitride is compound consisting of boron and nitrogen. It is used to absorb oil and modify adherence/ slip in products.
This means it is often used in makeup products to help them last longer.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl 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. 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 DimethiconePeg-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.
According to the manufacturer, acidic formulations decrease the stability of this ingredient. It works best in neutral or near neutral formulations.
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone is a modified version of dimethicone with emulsifying properties. It helps add a silky and lightweight feel to products like sunscreens and foundations.
Its unique structure allows it to bridge the gap between water-loving and oil-loving ingredients. This makes it especially good at creating stable, velvety, and elegant formulations.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water