Wet n Wild Prime Focus Glass Correct Primer - Green Versus Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime Skin Base Visage
Updated on August 13, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both face primers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Wet n Wild Prime Focus Glass Correct Primer 22 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime Skin Base Visage 37 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Wet n Wild Prime Focus Glass Correct Primer 22 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime Skin Base Visage 37 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Isononanoate
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientTriethylhexanoin
MaskingSteareth-10
Emulsifying
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Spirulina Platensis Powder
Skin ProtectingTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Chromium Oxide Greens
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Squalane, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Diisostearyl Malate, Triethylhexanoin, Steareth-10, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Spirulina Platensis Powder, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, CI 77491, CI 77492, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Chromium Oxide Greens
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polysilicone-11
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Gelidiella Acerosa Extract
Skin ProtectingMorus Bombycis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHypnea Musciformis Extract
Skin ProtectingVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPoria Cocos Sclerotium Extract
AstringentScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentLaminaria Saccharina Extract
Skin ProtectingAlgae Extract
Emollient
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Isopentyldiol
HumectantSucrose
HumectantSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantAlumina
Abrasive
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Magnesium Myristate
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingMagnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Gelidiella Acerosa Extract, Morus Bombycis Root Extract, Hypnea Musciformis Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Algae Extract, Caffeine, Silica, Isopentyldiol, Sucrose, Saccharide Isomerate, Alumina, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Magnesium Myristate, Polysorbate 20, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 77163
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
Phenoxyethanol 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.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateMica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. 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.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaIngredient Ratings
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