Why you never want a non-sheer foundation again!
What is the difference between an organic and a less pure foundation? Isn't an organic foundation much more expensive? We often get those questions. That is why in this blog we compared the ingredients of the organically certified foundation of INIKA Organic and those of a luxury A-brand. Both have a similar suggested retail price.
Even I was shocked again! And I'm used to some ingredient lists ;-). What a difference between the ingredients of both brands.
Those of the A-brand really literally offer almost nothing caring for the skin. For the same price as the INIKA foundation, which is packed with organic nourishing and caring ingredients for the skin. 100% natural and contains at least 71% organic ingredients.
Or INIKA's foundation is way too cheap. Or the luxury A-brand foundation is much too expensive. You can say it after reading the comparison below.
Compare ingredients
See here the ingredients comparison of both foundations. The higher the ingredient in the list, the more of it is in the product. The largest component of the luxury A-brand foundation is therefore water.
Ingredients Luxury A-brand foundation
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AQUA / WATER |
| Water in a product allows other ingredients to mix. A cream does not get too thick. But does nothing for the skin. |
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CYCLOHEXASILOXANE |
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A silicone-based ingredient. Silicone makes your skin feel smooth. But do nothing for your skin. Can even damage your organs. |
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ALCOHOL DENATE. |
| Processed alcohol so that it is no longer suitable for drinking. This can be soft alcohol, which is not harmful to the skin. But also hard alcohol, which dries out the skin. |
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ISODODECANE |
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A solvent that ensures that ingredients in the cream mix. Some risk of irritation to skin, eyes or lungs. |
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BUTYLENE GLYCOL |
| An alcohol, used as a solvent. |
| ACRYLATES/ POLYTRIMETHYLSILOXY METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER |
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Puts a film on the skin. Which makes it feel smooth. Can irritate the skin. |
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NYLON-12 |
| micro plastic. Harmful for the environment. A synthetic polymer/polyamide. Used for better spreadability of the product. Or to make a product a bit thicker. |
| ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE |
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Another name for Octinoxate. A synthetic UV filter. Disrupts your hormone balance. |
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PEG-10 DIMETHICONE |
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A silicone. Gives a smooth feeling on your skin. But can form a layer on your skin, making it less able to perform its own function. Has no added value for the skin. Small risk of organ poisoning. |
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ISOHEXADECANE |
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A component of petroleum. Average risk of organ poisoning. |
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SILICA [NANO] / SILICA |
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A nano ingredient. Microscopic particles. Which may pose a health risk because they accumulate in your skin. In pure cosmetics, nano is prohibited. |
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PERLITE |
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A silicone-like material. Consists of silicone, aluminum, sodium and potassium oxides. Used in construction as an insulation material. No added value for your skin. |
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ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE |
| Can irritate the eyes. Contact with the skin can cause internal damage. Acid-binding properties, has a degreasing effect. |
| MAGNESIUM SULFATE |
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Can regulate moisture balance in the skin. Anti-inflammatory. |
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DISODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE |
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Ensures that oil and water mix in a cream and do not separate. |
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CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE |
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Silicone |
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BHT (butylated hydroxy toluene ) |
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Preservative, anti oxidant or fragrance. Do not use if sensitive to preservative or perfume raw materials. But little penetrates the skin. One of the last ingredients in the foundation, so not a high concentration. In your body in higher amounts: endocrine disrupting, toxic effect on your lungs, can stimulate tumor formation. Due to pile effect in the skin I would avoid it.[1] |
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PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE |
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Preservative, anti oxidant |
| [+/- MAY CONTAIN CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 / IRON OXIDES ● CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE ● ] |
| Iron oxides are mineral color pigments from nature. Titanium dioxide is okay in a product if it is in coarse (not minute or nano particles). |
Ingredients INIKA Organic Foundation
Ingredients with an * are certified organic ingredients.
| ALOE BARBADENISIS LEAF JUICE (Aloe Vera)* |
| Cares for and softens your skin. In contrast to water, it therefore has added value for both the foundation (mixing ingredients) and for your skin. |
| CITRUS AURANTIUM AMARA FLOWER WATER (Orange blossom hydrosol)* |
| Soothes, invigorates your skin. |
| RICINUS COMMUNIS SEED OIL (Castor) * |
| Gives supple skin, counteracts dry skin. |
| VITIS VINIFERA SEED OIL (Grape/Grape seed)* |
| Improves skin elasticity and softness. The high content of vitamin C, D, E ensures that your skin stays young and fresh for longer. Antimicrobial, can help with acne and rosacea. |
| HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL (Sunflower)* |
| Improve your skin barrier, so you lose less moisture and unwanted intruders can enter your skin less quickly. |
| CETEARYL OLIVATE and SORBITAN OLIVATE |
| Ensuring that oil and water in a product do not separate. Biodegradable. |
| SIMMONDSIA CHINESIS SEED OIL (Jojoba) * |
| Has a composition that corresponds to the composition of your own skin fats. Strengthens your skin barrier, making your skin less dry. Rich in vitamin E anti-oxidant. Provides a natural SPF (depending on concentration in a product). Anti-inflammatory. Works deep into the skin. Can inhibit sebum production of oilier skin. |
| PERSEA Gratissima Oil (Avocado)* |
| Improved skin barrier, anti-inflammatory, reduces skin irritation, cares for small wounds, protects your skin against free radicals |
| PUNICA GRANATUM SEED OIL (Pomegranate/Pomegranate)* |
| Promotes cell renewal and thus regeneration of your skin. |
| ROSA CANINA SEED OIL* |
| Rich in essential fatty acids and vitamin A. Regenerates the skin. Improves elasticity. Helps repair sun damage and reduce hyperpigmentation. Helps soften scars and fine lines. |
| ARGANIA SPINOSA KERNEL OIL (Argan) * |
| Regulates sebum production of your skin. Improves your skin barrier - better hydration. Soothes and restores your skin. |
| GLYCERIN* (vegetable) |
| Improves your skin barrier, improving the hydration of your skin. v |
| OPUNTIA FICUS INDICA SEED OIL (Prickly Pear/Cactus fig)* |
| Reduces deep wrinkles and fine lines. Improves skin elasticity. Reduces puffiness and fades scars. |
| PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS FLOWER OIL (Geranium)* |
| Has a relaxing effect. Promotes the skin's regenerative capacity. |
| LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA OIL Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil* |
| Anti-inflammatory, wound healing, antibacterial, antifungal. Softens and soothes the skin. |
| CITRUS LEMON LEAF EXTRACT(Lemon)* |
| Removes dead skin cells. |
| CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA FRUIT OIL (Bergamot)* |
| Balances sebum production. Soothes skin irritation. Reduces scars. |
| LACTOBACILLUS FERMENT |
| Strengthens the skin to protect itself against negative external influences. Soothes redness and irritation. |
| CETYL ALCOHOL |
| Greasy soft alcohol. Does not dry out the skin. Ensures that foundation remains stable and not too runny. |
| May Contain (+/-) Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Ultramarines (CI 77007) |
All INIKA's packaging is 100% plastic neutral. INIKA is the first make-up brand in the world to have achieved this.
Sources: Dermabase.nl , EWG Cosmetic Database (both independent cosmetic ingredient databases), PubMed