What's inside
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantMagnesium/Potassium/Silicon/Fluoride/Hydroxide/Oxide
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate
Skin ConditioningLauroyl Lysine
Skin Conditioning
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantSqualane
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientMethicone
Emollient
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Talc, Mica, Magnesium/Potassium/Silicon/Fluoride/Hydroxide/Oxide, CI 77891, Silica, Zinc Stearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Dimethicone, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Lauroyl Lysine, CI 77492, Squalane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Methicone, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Glyceryl Caprylate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 77491, CI 77499, Phenoxyethanol
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantTalc
Abrasive
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Dimethicone
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientPolymethyl Methacrylate
Dimethiconol Stearate
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Silica
Abrasive
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrogen Dimethicone
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Methicone
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantMica, Talc, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Diisostearyl Malate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Dimethiconol Stearate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Silica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Methicone, Parfum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Tocopherol, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, 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.
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 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.
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 77891Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeHydrogen dimethicone is a silicone-based ingredient. It is mainly used to alter the texture and spread of a product without adding "stickiness".
Methicone is a type of silicone and is a simpler form of dimethicone.
Silicones are used to enhance the texture of products and have emollient properties. Methicone is used to give products a silky texture and improves spreadability.
Mica is a naturally occurring mineral used to add shimmer and color in cosmetics. It can also help improve the texture of a product or give it an opaque, white/silver color.
Serecite is the name for very fine but ragged grains of mica.
This ingredient is often coated with metal oxides like titanium dioxide. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Learn more about MicaPhenoxyethanol 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.
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 SilicaTalc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.
Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.
If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.
Learn more about TalcTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicon-based surface modifier that makes sunscreens feel silky and makeup stay put.
Its main job is to coat mineral particles like titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and color pigments in a thin, oily layer so they spread smoothly, don't clump, and stick to skin better.
This ingredient is typically used at low levels (up to 2.5% in eyeshadow and 1% in lipstick).
Learn more about Triethoxycaprylylsilane
