Tia’m Centella Blending Powder Versus COSRX Pure Fit Cica Powder
Updated on June 20, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free facial treatments. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Tia’m Centella Blending Powder 9 ingredients
COSRX Pure Fit Cica Powder 23 ingredients
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Tia’m Centella Blending Powder 9 ingredients
COSRX Pure Fit Cica Powder 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Silica
Abrasive
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Ultramarines
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Iron Oxides
Propanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Centella Asiatica Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Saccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Silica, Zea Mays Starch, Mica, Zinc Oxide, Madecassoside, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Water, Dimethicone, Ultramarines, Asiaticoside, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Iron Oxides, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Tocopherol, Saccharomyces Ferment, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Zea Mays Starch is starch made from corn. You might know this as cornstarch . It is used to thicken a product. It can replace talc as an absorbent.
The pH of cornstarch is 5.92.
Cornstarch is a common food ingredient used to thicken soups or to make corn syrup.
Learn more about Zea Mays StarchZinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc OxideSilica 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 SilicaAsiaticoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.
Asiaticoside is an antioxidant and helps with wound healing. It has been shown to increase antioxidant activity during the wound healing process.
Asiatic Acid is a major component of Centella Asiatica Extract. It has wound-healing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
Studies show Asiatic Acid is able to block the pathway for skin inflammation receptors, helping to soothe skin.
As an antioxidant, asiatic acid helps protect our skin against damaging environmental factors.
Learn more about Asiatic AcidMadecassic Acid is a major component of Centella Asiatica Extract. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
It is a triterpenoid, meaning it naturally acts as an antioxidant. Antioxidants protect your skin against damage from environmental factors such as pollution and UV.
Studies show Madecassic Acid helps soothe the skin due to its ability to block inflammation pathways.
Learn more about Madecassic AcidIngredient Ratings
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