Here is a summary of the information found in the search results regarding matte primers:
Ingredients or materials:
- ULTA Beauty Mattifying Face Primer contains cyclopentasiloxane, dimethicone, dimethicone crosspolymer, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, mica, and titanium dioxide.
- SheaMoisture Mattifying Primer is made with organic shea butter, tea tree, and kaolin clay.
- Rimmel London Stay Matte Primer contains aqua/water/eau, cyclopentasiloxane, talc, cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 dimethicone, aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, propylene glycol, vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer, isononyl isononanoate, polypropylene, silica, silica dimethyl silylate, disteardimonium hectorite, magnesium sulfate, bis-PEG/PPG-14/14 dimethicone, glycerin, laureth-7, tribehenin, xanthan gum, phenoxyethanol, propylene carbonate, sorbitan sesquioleate, chlorphenesin, tocopheryl acetate, disodium EDTA, triethoxycaprylylsilane, and salicylic acid.
- Smashbox Photo Finish Control Mattifying Face Primer with Salicylic Acid contains witch hazel, salicylic acid, and zinc.
- ONE/SIZE Secure the Sweat Primer is sweat-proof, waterproof, and oil-proof, and contains botanical alternatives to balance excess sweat.
Positive:
- ULTA Beauty Mattifying Face Primer is lightweight and controls shine for up to 8 hours, creating a soft, perfectly matte complexion.
- SheaMoisture Mattifying Primer hydrates and balances skin.
- Rimmel London Stay Matte Primer minimizes the appearance of pores and lasts all day.
- Smashbox Photo Finish Control Mattifying Face Primer with Salicylic Acid helps mop up oil.
- ONE/SIZE Secure the Sweat Primer locks in makeup and helps maintain a matte finish by controlling oil and shine for 12 hours.
Negative:
- The Lancome primer contains cyclopentasiloxane and dimethicone crosspolymer, which are both man-made silicones that may have negative effects on marine life.
- Some ingredients in the Estee Lauder primer, such as tocopheryl acetate, phenoxyethanol, and titanium dioxide, are likely carcinogenic, toxic to your skin/immune system/nervous system, and toxic for the environment.
In summary, matte primers can contain a variety of ingredients, including silicones, botanicals, and salicylic acid. They can help control shine, minimize the appearance of pores, and lock in makeup for a matte finish. However, some ingredients may have negative effects on the environment or human health. It is important to research the ingredients in a primer before purchasing it.
