What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialSilica
Abrasive
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Silica Silylate
Emollient
Methicone
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Propylene Carbonate
SolventAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantOctyldodecanol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Silica, Synthetic Wax, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Mica, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica Silylate, Methicone, Phenoxyethanol, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Propylene Carbonate, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 19140, CI 15850, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77499, CI 77492
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientNeopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientOryza Sativa Bran Wax
Skin Conditioning
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Silica
Abrasive
Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Tribehenin
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantOctyldodecanol, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Diisostearyl Malate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Triethylhexanoin, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Silica, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tribehenin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Trihydroxystearin, Sodium Hyaluronate, CI 19140, CI 77891, CI 15850, Iron Oxides, CI 42090, CI 45410
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 HydroxideCi 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850CI 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Ci 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 77891Octyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol sourced from plant oils like coconut or palm (or made synthetically).
It is:
You'll likely see this in many BHA products because this is the go-to solvent for salicylic acid.
This ingredient is typically used at levels between 2-20%.
Regarding fungal acne:
In 2019, this ingredient was tested against multiple Malassezia species (the yeast that causes fungal acne) and showed no growth.
Silica, 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 Acetate
