Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power - Translucent Versus Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder - Glow Finish

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power Translucent versus Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Glow Finish .

Last updated on October 26, 2023. Published on December 19, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both setting spray & powders. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates

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Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder

Setting Spray & Powder American Brand United States

Setting Spray & Powder Brand

Setting Spray & Powder

Setting sprays and powders are often the last step of makeup. They are used to help makeup stay in place and last longer.

Setting Spray & Powder

Setting sprays and powders are often the last step of makeup. They are used to help makeup stay in place and last longer.

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Ingredient Info

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Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power 12 ingredients

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder 20 ingredients

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

At a glance

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Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power 12 ingredients

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder 20 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating

Anti-Aging

Scar Healing

Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin

Acne Trigger

Irritating

Eczema

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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power 12 ingredients

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder 20 ingredients

Nylon-12 • Talc • Zea Mays Starch • Water • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hexylene Glycol • O-Cymen-5-Ol • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499

Talc • Mica • Magnesium Myristate • Nylon-12 • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Zea Mays Starch • Glycine Soja Oil • Tocopherol • Lauroyl Lysine • Methicone • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Titanium Dioxide • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • CI 77007

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

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Nylon-12

What it does:

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Nylon-12 is a polymer. It is derived from 12-aminododecanoic acid, an omega-amino fatty acid

According to a manufacturer, it is a talc substitute. Like talc, nylon-12 gives products a satin feel. The manufacturer also claims this ingredients does not block pores and has moderate oil absorption.

This ingredient may not be reef-safe.

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Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power Translucent contains this as ingredient number 1.

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Glow Finish contains this as ingredient number 4.

Talc

What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent, Skin Protecting

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Talc 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.

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Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power Translucent contains this as ingredient number 2.

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Glow Finish contains this as ingredient number 1.

Zea Mays Starch

What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent, Skin Protecting

Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power Translucent contains this as ingredient number 3.

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Glow Finish contains this as ingredient number 7.

Phenoxyethanol

What it does: Preservative

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power Translucent contains this as ingredient number 5.

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Glow Finish contains this as ingredient number 13.

Caprylyl Glycol

What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power Translucent contains this as ingredient number 6.

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Glow Finish contains this as ingredient number 14.

CI 77491

What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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.

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Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power Translucent contains this as ingredient number 10.

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Glow Finish contains this as ingredient number 17.

CI 77492

What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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 77492

Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power Translucent contains this as ingredient number 11.

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Glow Finish contains this as ingredient number 18.

CI 77499

What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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.

Wet n Wild Photofocus Loose Power Translucent contains this as ingredient number 12.

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Glow Finish contains this as ingredient number 19.

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