LAminerals
Makeup Formulator
Just thought I'd start a thread on ingredients. As a formulator, I'm willing to answer all the questions I'm able to.
I'll start off with a few thought provoking points...
Did you know that the INCI ingredient name doesn't tell you everything about that ingredient?
Did you know that ingredients are listed in the order of predominance, from most to least?
Lets look at Silica. It's a great ingredient that provides slip, silkiness, diffuses lines and imperfections, and can absorb excess oil.
However there are sooooo many types and variations of silica. Some maintain their spherical shape, others do not, as they absorb moisture.
While what TYPE a company uses is probably proprietary, its something to think about when you're looking at ING lists. Even if it looks the same, it may not feel or perform the same.
I'll start off with a few thought provoking points...
Did you know that the INCI ingredient name doesn't tell you everything about that ingredient?
Did you know that ingredients are listed in the order of predominance, from most to least?
Lets look at Silica. It's a great ingredient that provides slip, silkiness, diffuses lines and imperfections, and can absorb excess oil.
However there are sooooo many types and variations of silica. Some maintain their spherical shape, others do not, as they absorb moisture.
While what TYPE a company uses is probably proprietary, its something to think about when you're looking at ING lists. Even if it looks the same, it may not feel or perform the same.