Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Tatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer versus SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer .
Published on September 12, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free face primers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Face Primer
A base to help makeup products last longer on the face or to help control shine.
Face Primer
A base to help makeup products last longer on the face or to help control shine.
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Ingredient Info
Tatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer 36 ingredients
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer 29 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Tatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer 36 ingredients
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer 29 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Tatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer 36 ingredients
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer 29 ingredients
Cyclopentasiloxane • Water • Glycerin • Camellia Sinensis Leaf • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Propanediol • Dimethicone • Ceresin • Titanium Dioxide • Squalane • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • Sericin • Hydrolyzed Silk • Serica • Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract • Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract • Yeast Extract • Distearyldimonium Chloride • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Zinc Stearate • Aluminum Hydroxide • Stearic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone • Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate • Biosaccharide Gum-4 • Disodium EDTA • Silica • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Parfum • Isopropyl Alcohol • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77015 • CI 77891 • CI 77491
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Ozokerite • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Butylene Glycol • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Lauryl Peg-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Sodium Chloride • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • Silica • Rosa Centifolia Flower Oil • Epilobium Fleischeri Extract • Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract • Prunus Persica Kernel Extract • Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Glyceryl Caprylate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ethylhexylglycerin • CI 77891 • CI 77491 • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Citric Acid • Potassium Sorbate
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneTatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Water. 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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterTatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer contains this as ingredient number 2.
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinTatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer contains this as ingredient number 3.
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer contains this as ingredient number 4.
We don't have a description for Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer.
Tatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer contains this as ingredient number 5.
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer contains this as ingredient number 7.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Tatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer contains this as ingredient number 7.
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer contains this as ingredient number 3.
We don't have a description for Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer.
Tatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer contains this as ingredient number 11.
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer contains this as ingredient number 13.
This silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about TrimethylsiloxysilicateTatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer contains this as ingredient number 19.
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer contains this as ingredient number 11.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Tatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer contains this as ingredient number 23.
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer contains this as ingredient number 24.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaTatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer contains this as ingredient number 29.
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 77891Tatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer contains this as ingredient number 35.
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer contains this as ingredient number 25.
Ci 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 77491Tatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer contains this as ingredient number 36.
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer contains this as ingredient number 26.
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Tatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer 36 ingredients
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer 29 ingredients
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Tatcha The Silk Canvas Filter Finish Protective Primer 36 ingredients
SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer 29 ingredients
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SHEGLAM Birthday Skin Primer 29 ingredients
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