Comparison between Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer Illuminating vs. Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer Blurring

Find out which product is better for your skin.

Components only in Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer Illuminating 21
Uniqueness: 70.0%
Components only in Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer Blurring 12
Uniqueness: 57.1%

Face to Face

Components position by position
1
Water
1
Water
2
Hydrogenated Didecene
2
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
3
Glycerin
3
Butylene Glycol
4
Pvp
4
Glycerin
5
PEG-6 Stearate
5
Propanediol
6
Mica
6
Triethylhexanoin
7
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
7
Isopropyl Myristate
8
Sorbitan Stearate
8
Synthetic Wax
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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, Moisturizing, Softening, Soothing, Nutrifying, Antiseptic, Regeneration, Protection, Hair structure improvement, Hair gloss, Hair protection
Effects unique for Pure Canvas Primer Illuminating:
UV Protection, Acne fighting, Anti-aging, Lightening, Healing, Hair growth stimulating
Effects unique for Pure Canvas Primer Blurring:
Cleansing, Hair conditioning
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ECO Metrics

Find out how eco-friendly the components are
Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
12 out of 30
40%
chemical
17 out of 30
57%
natural
5 out of 21
24%
chemical
13 out of 21
62%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil#7Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil#111,2-Hexanediol#16Butylene Glycol#27
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glyceryl Stearate SE#20
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Titanium Dioxide#30
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#3Glycerin#4
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Isopropyl Myristate#7
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer Illuminating vs. Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer Blurring
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2

#2Hydrogenated Didecene

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#2Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Film former, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 3

#3Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

Position 4

#4Pvp

Origin: chemical
Role: Antistatic agent, Binding, Emulsion stabilizer, Film former, Hair fixative, Viscosity controlling agent
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#4Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

Position 5

#5PEG-6 Stearate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
PEG
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#5Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

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