Sephora Collection Translucent Loose Setting Powder Versus Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Loose Powder
Updated on January 10, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both setting spray & powders. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Sephora Collection Translucent Loose Setting Powder 18 ingredients
Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Loose Powder 15 ingredients
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Sephora Collection Translucent Loose Setting Powder 18 ingredients
Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Loose Powder 15 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Nylon-12
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Polymethyl Methacrylate
CI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantMethicone
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Sodium Sulfate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Nylon-12 is a polymer. It is derived from 12-aminododecanoic acid, an omega-amino fatty acid
According to a manufacturer, it is a talc substitute. Like talc, nylon-12 gives products a satin feel. The manufacturer also claims this ingredients does not block pores and has moderate oil absorption.
This ingredient may not be reef-safe.
Learn more about Nylon-12Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolWater. 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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