NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory
5.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
4.1 Humectancy icon Humectancy
6.3 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.2 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory has a moisturizing rating of 5.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a moderate humectancy of 4.1 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Butylene Glycol (est. ≈2.0%), and a high occlusivity of 6.3 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Dimethicone (est. ≈9.0%) and Phenyl Trimethicone (est. ≈3.0%).

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

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
Dimethicone
6
Isododecane
4
Cyclopentasiloxane
3
Phenyl Trimethicone
2.5
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
2
Butylene Glycol
1.5
Propylene Glycol
1.3
PEG-9 Dimethicone
1
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
0.3
Sodium Chloride
0.3
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
0.3
Tribehenin
0.3
Talc
0.3
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
0.3
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
0.3
Trimethoxycaprylylsilane
0.3
Alcohol Denat.
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Panthenol
0.3
Disteardimonium Hectorite
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Dehydroacetic Acid
0.3
Benzoic Acid
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
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Water
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
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Sodium Chloride
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Triethoxycaprylylsilane
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Ratings

All humectants
4.1
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
12.6
9.0
3.0
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 4.1 10
4.1
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 12.6 20
6.3
9.0
3.0
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
All humectants 4.1 10
4.1
All humectants
4.1
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
9
3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 12.6 20
6.3
All occlusives
12.6
9.0
3.0
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
All antioxidants 0.3 3 No
All antioxidants
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
All soothing 0.3 5 No
All soothing
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
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.
Dimethicone
Est. %9
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.
Isododecane
Est. %6
Function
Origin
IsododecaneAn emollient derived from petroleum with high spreadability. It is often used as a replacement for oils and silicones because it leaves no residue behind on the skin. When a product is labeled as “oil-free” it may contain isododecane instead of heavier oils.
Cyclopentasiloxane
Est. %4
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.
Phenyl Trimethicone
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Phenyl TrimethiconeA silicone fluid that is used as an occlusive moisturizer. It applies smoothly to the skin and reduces the tack associated with organic oils.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %2.5
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.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.
Propylene Glycol
Est. %1.5
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.
PEG-9 Dimethicone
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
PEG-9 DimethiconeDescription is coming soon
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Est. %1
Function
Origin
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl 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.

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Tribehenin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TribeheninA soft, pliable wax that serves as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. It improves the spreadability of skincare products, including the increased payoff of stick products, and imparts a pleasant, smooth feel upon application.
Talc
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TalcA mineral powder used as a base material for powders, make-up, and pastes that absorbs sweat and oils very well. It is also often used in baby powders. Talc should never be applied to skin with a damaged lipid barrier (e.g. wounds and burns).
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.
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Silica Dimethyl SilylateA synthetic 'filler' powder primarily used as a formula helper. It is added in skincare products to adjust their consistency and thickness.
Trimethoxycaprylylsilane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TrimethoxycaprylylsilaneDescription is coming soon
Alcohol Denat.
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Alcohol Denat.

Denatured alcohol is ethanol that contains additives that make it unsafe to consume. It is mainly used as a solvent and an antimicrobial agent. A major drawback to alcohol denat. is that it dries out the skin.

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.
Panthenol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PanthenolA popular soothing and moisturizing derivative of vitamin B5. Panthenol is particularly beneficial for dry, flaking, burned, or damaged skin. It is used to alleviate the symptoms of a rash, dermatitis, eczema, chapped lips, and sunburn.
Disteardimonium Hectorite
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disteardimonium HectoriteA clay ingredient that functions primarily as a viscosity controlling agent that thickens all types of formulas. Disteardimonium hectorite imparts a smooth, velvety feel, making it a luxurious addition to any formula.
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.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

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.
Dehydroacetic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dehydroacetic AcidA globally approved preservative ingredient. It is a powerful fungicide and a moderate bactericide, which makes it a broad-spectrum preservative. Because it is mildly effective against bacteria, it is often paired with stronger bactericides.
Benzoic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzoic AcidA preservative effective against fungi, yeast, and some bacteria. It is commonly paired with phenoxyethanol to create a broad spectrum preservation system. Benzoic acid can also serve as a pH adjuster, fragrance, and bulking agent.
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.
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.
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)A black colorant also known as black iron oxide used in a wide range of skincare products.