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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit Universal versus Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick Nude Peach .

Last updated on December 13, 2023. Published on December 17, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe blushes. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and oily skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Blush Swedish Brand Sweden
Blush Canadian Brand Canada

Blush

A liquid, cream, or powder used to help color cheeks and other parts of the face.

Blush

A liquid, cream, or powder used to help color cheeks and other parts of the face.

Price

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Starts at $35.00

Ingredient Info

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BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit 23 ingredients

Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick 20 ingredients

alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit 23 ingredients

Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick 20 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (4)

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Acne Fighting

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger (2)
Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (4)

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate.

BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit Universal contains this as ingredient number 2.

Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick Nude Peach contains this as ingredient number 11.

2
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Polybutene is used to help control the viscosity of a product. This just means it helps adjusts the texture.

It is a polymer and does not get absorbed into the skin due to its large size.

Studies found this ingredient did not irritate skin in concentrations below 15%.

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BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit Universal contains this as ingredient number 7.

Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick Nude Peach contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit Universal contains this as ingredient number 8.

Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick Nude Peach contains this as ingredient number 2.

4
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit Universal contains this as ingredient number 9.

Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick Nude Peach contains this as ingredient number 15.

5
What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant. Glycols are a class of alcohols. Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant and emulsifier.

As a surfactant, Hexylene Glycol helps gather dirt and oil on your skin to be washed away.

As an emulsifier, Hexylene Glycol helps keep water and oil together. This prevents them from separating in a product. Hexylene Glycol also thins out the texture of a product by lessening viscosity.

Hexylene Glycol has a small molecular weight.

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BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit Universal contains this as ingredient number 13.

Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick Nude Peach contains this as ingredient number 17.

6
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Silica 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.

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BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit Universal contains this as ingredient number 15.

Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick Nude Peach contains this as ingredient number 14.

7
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent, Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Liked

Kaolin is a clay. It is used for oil control and to help minimize pores. Like other clays, kaolin has the ability to absorb excess sebum or oil. This can help clean out pores and mattify the skin.

Some types of kaolin may have exfoliating properties. When water is added to kaolin, it becomes a paste with small abrasive particles.

Most kaolin is a white color, but may be pink/orange/red depending on where it comes from.

The name 'kaolin' comes from a Chinese village named 'Gaoling'. Kaolin clay comes from rocks rich in kaolinite. Kaolinite, the mineral, has a silicate layered structure. Kaolinite is formed from chemical weathering of aluminum siilicate minerals.

Besides skincare, kaolin is commonly used to make glossy paper, in ceramics, toothpaste, and as medicine to soothe stomach issues.

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BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit Universal contains this as ingredient number 16.

Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick Nude Peach contains this as ingredient number 10.

8
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.

Learn more about CI 77491

BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit Universal contains this as ingredient number 17.

Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick Nude Peach contains this as ingredient number 19.

9
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.

Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.

This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.

It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.

Learn more about CI 15850

BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit Universal contains this as ingredient number 18.

Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick Nude Peach contains this as ingredient number 20.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit 23 ingredients

Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick 20 ingredients

13% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
61% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet
20% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
70% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet

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BeautyAct Iconic Blush Kit 23 ingredients

Nudestix Nudies Blush Stick 20 ingredients

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