SHEGLAM Complexion Pro Long Lasting Breathable Matte Foundation Versus Topface Instyle Ideal Skin Tone Foundation SPF 15
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantPEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Nylon-12
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Magnesium Sulfate
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Bis-PEG-15 Dimethicone/Ipdi Copolymer
Tribehenin
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Dimethicone
Emollient
PEG-2 Soyamine
EmulsifyingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydroxyapatite
Abrasive
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPropanediol
Solvent
Rhodomyrtus Tomentosa Fruit Extract
HumectantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77492, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, CI 77491, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Nylon-12, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Magnesium Sulfate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77499, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Alcohol, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Panthenol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Silica, Bis-PEG-15 Dimethicone/Ipdi Copolymer, Tribehenin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Zinc Oxide, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Cetyl Dimethicone, PEG-2 Soyamine, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydroxyapatite, Xanthan Gum, Propanediol, Rhodomyrtus Tomentosa Fruit Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMica
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Propylene Carbonate
SolventZinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Palmaria Palmata Extract
Skin ProtectingSodium Chloride
MaskingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Parfum
Masking
Silica
Abrasive
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Benzophenone-3
UV Absorber
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLauroyl Lysine
Skin Conditioning
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylyl Methicone, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Mica, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Carbonate, Zinc Gluconate, Glycerin, Palmaria Palmata Extract, Sodium Chloride, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Parfum, Silica, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Benzophenone-3, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lauroyl Lysine, Dimethiconol, Phospholipids, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, 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.
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 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.
Cyclopentasiloxane (D5) is a lightweight silicone that mostly acts as an emollient and solvent in cosmetics. Its the reason your products feel silky, fast-spreading, and non-greasy.
Since D5 is volatile, it does its thing and then evaporates off the skin quickly.
The safety profile of this ingredient is reassuring; the US CIR Expert Panel concluded D5 is safe as used in cosmetics and Health Canada concluded that D5 is not harmful to human health or the environment as currently used in cosmetics
There's a study that people mention about D5 in a rat study showing tumors. This study is related to long-term inhalation of high D5 levels.
Regulatory bodies have judged this study to be not applicable in topical skincare since skin absorption of D5 is very low and we're not really inhaling huge amounts of D5.
The only restriction for this ingredient is environmental. The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) restricted D5 in wash-off cosmetics at or above 0.1% due to their persistence in water.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneSilica, 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 SilicaWater. 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
