Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Foundation 9 Dark

Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Foundation 9 Dark
1.8
/ 10
Moisturizing
3.3 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.3 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Foundation 9 Dark:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Foundation 9 Dark:

  • A bit of moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 1.8 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Slightly moisturizing: Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Foundation 9 Dark has a moisturizing rating of 1.8 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 0.3 out of 10 and a moderate humectancy of 3.3 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Glycerin (est. ≈3.0%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
45
Cyclopentasiloxane
22
Water
11
Hydrogenated Didodecene
6
Octinoxate
4
Mica
3
Glycerin
2
Sorbitan Isostearate
1.5
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
1
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
0.3
Sodium Chloride
0.3
Cyclohexasiloxane
0.3
Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate
0.3
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
0.3
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
0.3
Squalane
0.3
Dimethicone
0.3
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
0.3
Methylparaben
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
0.3
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
0.3
Propylparaben
0.3
Silica
0.3
Fragrance
0.3
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
0.3
Aluminum Hydroxide
0.3
Laureth-4
0.3
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
0.3
BHT
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
Est. %
Cyclopentasiloxane
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Water
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Hydrogenated Didodecene
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Octinoxate
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Mica
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Glycerin
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Sorbitan Isostearate
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
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Sodium Chloride
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Cyclohexasiloxane
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Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate
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Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
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Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
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Squalane
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Dimethicone
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Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
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Methylparaben
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Potassium Sorbate
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Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
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Propylparaben
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Silica
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Fragrance
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Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
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Aluminum Hydroxide
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Laureth-4
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Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
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BHT
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Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
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Ratings

All humectants
3.3
3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
1.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 3.3 10
3.3
3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.6 20
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
1.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
3
0.3
All humectants 3.3 10
3.3
All humectants
3.3
3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 0.6 20
0.3
All occlusives
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 0.6 3 No
All antioxidants
0.6
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
0.3
BHT
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Cyclopentasiloxane
Est. %45
Function
Origin
CyclopentasiloxaneA lightweight, fast-spreading emollient that leaves a very soft and silky after-feel on the skin. Supplied as a clear and colorless liquid, cyclopentasiloxane is often used as a solvent to dissolve other silicones in.
Water
Est. %22
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Hydrogenated Didodecene
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated DidodeceneDescription is coming soon
Octinoxate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
OctinoxateA chemical sunscreen also known as ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate. It protects against UVB, which causes the skin to burn and tan and can lead to certain types of skin cancers. For broad-spectrum protection claims, octinoxate should be paired with a UVA sunscreen.
Mica
Est. %4
Function
Origin
MicaA mineral powder made up of silicates with several functions (the main one being as a colorant). It has a shimmery appearance, making it highly desirable in certain cosmetic products. Mica also helps the product to apply more smoothly.
Glycerin
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Sorbitan Isostearate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Sorbitan IsostearateA mild yet powerful emulsifier primarily utilized to produce water-in-oil emulsions. It helps to create a particularly rich and substantial emulsion.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)One of two the most commonly used mineral sunscreens. It can absorb UV light, including UVB – which causes burning, tanning, and even skin cancer. Also used as a colorant, titanium dioxide gives a product a bright white color.
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Est. %1
Function
Origin
PEG/PPG-18/18 DimethiconeA silicone-based emulsifier that has the ability to create non-sticky and non-greasy formulas.
Sodium Chloride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Chloride

You’re definitely familiar with sodium chloride, even if you don’t think you are. It’s table salt! Salt works well with some cleansing ingredients (surfactants) to thicken them into gels. It also acts as a stabilizer for water-in-oil emulsions.

Cyclohexasiloxane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CyclohexasiloxaneA clear silicone fluid with very low viscosity that is commonly used as a solvent and emollient. It has excellent spreadability, rubs in quickly, and leaves a silky smooth after-feel on the skin.
Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide StearateDescription is coming soon
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerThis ingredient can refer to several kinds of dimethicone crosspolymers. Like other silicones, it makes products feel slippery and non-greasy but can also increase the thickness or improve the water-resistance of a formula.
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetearyl EthylhexanoateAn emollient ester that is derived from palm and palm kernel oil and is known for its velvety soft skin feel and excellent spreading properties.
Squalane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Dimethicone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium Cocoyl GlutamateA naturally-derived surfactant with gentle cleansing and some foaming ability.
Methylparaben
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MethylparabenA preservative that keeps a product unspoiled. There has been a lot of controversy surrounding parabens, although the concentrations found in cosmetic formulations are generally considered to be safe.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Isopropyl Titanium TriisostearateDescription is coming soon
Propylparaben
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PropylparabenA preservative that keeps a product unspoiled. There has been a lot of controversy surrounding parabens, although the concentrations found in cosmetic formulations are generally considered to be safe.
Silica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SilicaA widely used cosmetic ingredient with the same chemical composition as the sand found on beaches. A common function of silica is its ability to control viscosity. In certain chemical forms, it can effectively thicken cream-style products.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Cocoyl GlutamateA very effective yet mild cleansing ingredient derived from coconut oil.
Aluminum Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aluminum HydroxideA white mineral powder, also known as alumina, that is derived from aluminum metal. It is frequently used as an abrasive in exfoliating products and as a thickener. Aluminum oxide is also a great opacifier.
Laureth-4
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Laureth-4A surfactant that can suspend oil droplets in a large water phase. The oils are typically fragrances or other oils added in small amounts. Laureth-4 is listed among common comedogenic ingredients by acne.org.
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateAn antioxidant that protects vulnerable ingredients from the damage caused by ultraviolet radiation, which can also lead to the generation of damaging free radical species.
BHT
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BHTAn antioxidant ingredient that naturally occurs in green algae and some bacteria or fungi but, for commercial use, is created synthetically. BHT is also used occasionally as a fragrance, where it presents a sweet, camphor-like odor.
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)A red colorant also known as red iron oxide. This is an EU-approved colorant used in a wide variety of products.