Works for
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
MoisturizingSide benefit · Triethylhexanoin, Cera microcristallina + 6 moreWorks
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: cera microcristallina, dimethicone.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Triethylhexanoin~26–39%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinTitanium dioxide~8–12%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideDiphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help improve the product's texture
More about Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethiconeZinc oxide~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideCeresin~2.4–3.6%
Silica~2.2–3.3%
Candelilla cera~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Paraffin~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinAluminum hydroxide~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxidePentylene glycol~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSorbitan sesquiisostearate~0.85–1.3%
Hydrogen dimethicone~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation
More about Hydrogen dimethiconeCera microcristallina~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency
More about Cera microcristallinaHydrated silica~0.9–1.35%
Dimethicone~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneTocopherol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolSimethicone~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to create nice product texture and is used as an anti-foaming agent
More about SimethiconeMica~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaCi 77891~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77492~0.1–0.35%
Ci 77491~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ci 77499~0.05–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Triethylhexanoin, Titanium dioxide, Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, Zinc oxide, Ceresin, Silica, Candelilla cera, Paraffin, Aluminum hydroxide, Pentylene glycol, Sorbitan sesquiisostearate, Hydrogen dimethicone, Cera microcristallina, Hydrated silica, Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, Simethicone, Mica, Ci 77891, Ci 77492, Ci 77491, Ci 77499
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| CaiaBB-stickYOUR PRODUCT | Josie MaranArgan Enlightenment Illuminizer | Designer Brands CosmeticsFirming Age Revive Foundation | VichyDermablend Colour Corrector | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 25% | 25% | 25% |
| Price | — | — | — | $20.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Agran Oil | Mineral Oil | Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Caia - BB-stick" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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