What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantAcrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantEthylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Triheptanoin
Skin ConditioningOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Bran Wax
Skin Conditioning
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCoco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Triheptanoin, Octyldodecanol, Synthetic Wax, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Synthetic Beeswax, Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer, Ceramide NP, Tocopherol, CI 77499, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 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 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.
Synthetic Wax is a manufactured hydrocarbon wax. In formulas, it works as an occlusive emollient that helps reduce water loss and improves the spreadability of products.
Research comparing synthetic wax to traditional mineral-derived products found that formulas containing it perform as well for skin hydration.
It is considered non-comedogenic and vegan-friendly.
It has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Learn more about Synthetic Wax
