e.l.f. Cosmetics Blemish Fighting Putty Primer

e.l.f. Cosmetics Blemish Fighting Putty Primer
10.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers

Review

Results you may expect from using e.l.f. Cosmetics Blemish Fighting Putty Primer:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using e.l.f. Cosmetics Blemish Fighting Putty Primer:

  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 10.0 out of 10.
  • Soothing: e.l.f. Cosmetics Blemish Fighting Putty Primer contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.

How moisturizing is it?

Maximum hydration: e.l.f. Cosmetics Blemish Fighting Putty Primer has the highest possible moisturizing rating of 10.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This is one of the most moisturizing products on the market, with a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Propylene Glycol (est. ≈11.0%) and Glycerin (est. ≈6.0%), and a maximum occlusivity of 10 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Dimethicone (est. ≈50.0%) and Paraffin (est. ≈3.0%).

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

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, e.l.f. Cosmetics Blemish Fighting Putty Primer is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Salicylic Acid (est. ≈18.0%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
Dimethicone
18
Salicylic Acid
11
Propylene Glycol
6
Glycerin
4
Ceresin
3
Paraffin
2
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
1.5
HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
1
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
0.3
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
0.3
Tromethamine
0.3
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone
0.3
Sodium Chloride
0.3
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
0.3
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
0.3
Zinc PCA
0.3
Kaolin
0.3
Silica
0.3
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax
0.3
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
0.3
Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
Est. %
Dimethicone
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Salicylic Acid
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Propylene Glycol
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Paraffin
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Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
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HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
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Trimethylsiloxysilicate
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Polymethylsilsesquioxane
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Tromethamine
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Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone
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Sodium Chloride
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Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
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Dimethicone Crosspolymer
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Zinc PCA
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Kaolin
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Silica
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax
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Triethoxycaprylylsilane
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Disodium EDTA
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Phenoxyethanol
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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Ratings

All humectants
17.9
11
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
54.3
50.0
3.0
1.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
10.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 17.9 10
10.0
11
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 54.3 20
10.0
50.0
3.0
1.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
10.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
11
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 17.9 10
10
All humectants
17.9
11
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
50
3
1
0.3
All occlusives 54.3 20
10.0
All occlusives
54.3
50.0
3.0
1.0
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
None
All antioxidants 0 3 No
All antioxidants
0
None
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
18
All soothing 10 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
10
18
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Dimethicone
Est. %50
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.
Salicylic Acid
Est. %18
Function
Origin
Salicylic AcidThis effective peeling and anti-inflammatory BHA is used as an anti-acne agent and works by breaking down the junctions between dead skin cells. This results in the peeling of dead skin and the unclogging of pores.
Propylene Glycol
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Propylene GlycolA clear, thick, odorless liquid of synthetic origin. Its main function is to stabilize cosmetic products exposed to varying temperatures. It is also a moderately strong humectant with similar properties to glycerin.
Glycerin
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Ceresin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
CeresinA naturally-derived wax often used to create solid products.
Paraffin
Est. %3
Function
Origin
ParaffinParaffin is a petroleum-based, very oily, emollient and extremely occlusive mixture of purified hydrocarbons, also known as mineral oil. Depending on the molecule's size, it can either be a liquid, a solid, or anything in between. To learn more about liquid paraffin and its effects on our skin, read here.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneA viscous liquid that makes a great oil base due to its smooth sensorial profile. It has emollient features, including good spreadability and little tack upon application. It also has the added benefit of being able to thicken products.
HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone CrosspolymerAn anticaking agent that prevents a product from forming lumps. It also increases slip and produces an elegant finish in skincare formulations.
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
TrimethylsiloxysilicateAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient silicone resin that smoothes and softens the appearance of the skin. It also protects a product from rinsing away too easily with water, sweat, or friction.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PolymethylsilsesquioxaneA type of spherical powder that functions on a ball-bearing effect in which the tiny microspheres roll around on the skin and create lubricity. Polymethylsilsesquioxane offers extra slip to skincare products and makes the skin feel soft and smooth.
Tromethamine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TromethamineAn ingredient based on amino acids that is commonly used as a pH adjuster. It has a high pH, which means that it is basic (alkaline), so adding tromethamine to a skincare product will increase its overall pH level.
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl DimethiconeDescription is coming soon
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.

Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 CrosspolymerA self-emulsifying surfactant, which means that it can help facilitate the formation of water-in-silicone emulsions. This results in lightweight formulas with a soft finish. It can also act as a film-former and thickener.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dimethicone CrosspolymerA group of ingredients that are typically added to skincare products to adjust the formula. Dimethicone Crosspolymers stabilize a formula, regulate its thickness and consistency and give the product a velvety feel.
Zinc PCA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zinc PCAA two-part ingredient: Zinc helps to control sebum and bacteria in acne-prone skin, while skin-identical PCA is a moisturizing humectant. Zinc PCA may even boost collagen production and so is researched as a potential anti-wrinkle ingredient.
Kaolin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
KaolinA type of mineral clay milled into a white, very fine powder. It is able to absorb sweat and oil, which then helps to keep the skin matte. The larger particles of kaolin are used in skin scrubs as an abrasive ingredient.
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.
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran WaxA solid, strongly emollient, and occlusive moisturizing wax obtained from rice bran oil. It is also used as a formula helper.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TriethoxycaprylylsilaneA binding and coating ingredient that allows pigments like iron oxides and mica to disperse better in oily environments. This leads to more vibrant colors.
Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %0.3
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.
Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)Description is coming soon
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)Also known as iron (III) oxide, this ingredient is a yellow-colored pigment that can either be derived from minerals or produced synthetically. It adds yellow tones to cosmetic products.