Ben Nye Powder Blush - DR-21 Dusty Pink Versus NARS Cosmetics Blush - Amour
Updated on April 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both blushes. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Ben Nye Powder Blush 31 ingredients
NARS Cosmetics Blush 19 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Ben Nye Powder Blush 31 ingredients
NARS Cosmetics Blush 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
BHT
Antioxidant
CI 77015
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 45370
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 12085
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Iron Oxides
Ultramarines
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
CI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Zinc Stearate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Octyldodecanol, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, BHT, CI 77015, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77007, CI 77742, CI 19140, CI 77288, CI 75470, CI 15985, CI 45410, CI 73360, CI 45370, CI 15850, CI 12085, CI 45380, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Ultramarines, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, CI 77510
Talc
Abrasive
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantOctyldodecyl Stearate
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15880
Cosmetic ColorantCI 12085
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantIngredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.
Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.
If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.
Learn more about TalcZinc Stearate is the metal salt of stearic acid. It is a white solid used to bind, thicken, and lubricate products.
This ingredient is common in powder makeup, where it helps keep the powder together.
Zinc Stearate is hydrophobic and repels water.
Learn more about Zinc StearateOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate is created from stearic acid.
It is an emollient and thickens the lipid (oil) portion of a product. Due to its emollient properties, it may not be fungal-acne safe.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Ci 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 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 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 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
This ingredient is used to add a violet color to cosmetics.
It is created by reacting phosphoric acid, ammonium dihydrogen orthophosphate, and manganese dioxide.
CI 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Ci 73360 is a synthetic red-pink dye.
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 15850Ci 12085 is a synthetic reddish dye.
It is a type of azo dye. Azo dyes must be extensively purified before use. This makes them more stable and long-lasting.
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 MicaIngredient Ratings
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