bareMinerals Gen Nude Powder Blush - On the Mauve Versus Canmake Cream Cheek - 05 Apricot
Updated on September 16, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both blushes. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
bareMinerals Gen Nude Powder Blush 18 ingredients
Canmake Cream Cheek 22 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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bareMinerals Gen Nude Powder Blush 18 ingredients
Canmake Cream Cheek 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate
EmulsifyingDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingSorbitan Sesquiisostearate
Emulsifying
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Silica
Abrasive
Polysilicone-2
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Iron Oxides
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Lauroyl Lysine, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Triethylhexanoin, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Tocopherol, Silica, Polysilicone-2, Chlorphenesin, Iron Oxides, Mica, CI 15850, CI 77891
Isotridecyl Isononanoate
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Methicone Crosspolymer
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate
Emulsifying
PCA Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ProtectingSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningHydrogen Dimethicone
Dimethiconyl Silicate
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Silica
Abrasive
CI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantBarium Sulfate
Cosmetic Colorant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientIsotridecyl Isononanoate, Squalane, Dimethicone, Dextrin Palmitate, Methicone Crosspolymer, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, PCA Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Tocopherol, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Dimethiconyl Silicate, CI 15985, Titanium Dioxide, Mica, Silica, CI 45380, CI 77492, Barium Sulfate, Aluminum Hydroxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeHydrogen Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaSilica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaSorbitan Sesquiisostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolWe don't have a description for Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer yet.
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bareMinerals Gen Nude Powder Blush 18 ingredients
Canmake Cream Cheek 22 ingredients
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