What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Talc
Abrasive
Magnesium Myristate
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
O-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Water
Skin ConditioningTin Oxide
Abrasive
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Iron Oxides
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite, Talc, Magnesium Myristate, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Boron Nitride, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Water, Tin Oxide, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 77891, Mica, Iron Oxides, CI 77492, CI 77742, CI 15850, CI 16035
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate is made up of calcium, aluminum, and silicates. It is a glass-like material. In cosmetics, it comes in the form of flakes or microspheres.
Calcium aluminum borosilicate is a bulking agent, meaning it helps thicken a product.
This ingredient is created by slowly mixing several minerals, including kaolin clay.
Although “aluminum” in an ingredient name can raise red flags for some consumers, the form and usage context matter significantly. For typical topical applications, there is no substantial evidence of health risks - such as cancer, neurotoxicity, or systemic “aluminum overload.”
Learn more about Calcium Aluminum BorosilicateThis ingredient is an 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.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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 SilicaSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
