What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Dimethicone
Emollient
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Trehalose
Humectant
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Propylene Carbonate
SolventEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Acrylates/Behenyl Methacrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Cholesterol
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Cyclotetrasiloxane
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phenyl Trimethicone, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Dimethicone, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Trehalose, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Propylene Carbonate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/Behenyl Methacrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Silica, Aluminum Hydroxide, Centella Asiatica Extract, Allantoin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cholesterol, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Disodium EDTA, Cyclotetrasiloxane, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
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Ingredients Explained
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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 77891Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
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.
It is also 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 CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
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 DimethiconeDimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.
Peg-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.
According to the manufacturer, acidic formulations decrease the stability of this ingredient. It works best in neutral or near neutral formulations.
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 Silica
