Boots 17. Blush Drops - Pink Candy Versus ciele. Blush & Protect SPF 50+ Liquid Blush - Behati
Updated on February 06, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free blushes. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Boots 17. Blush Drops 25 ingredients
ciele. Blush & Protect SPF 50+ Liquid Blush 33 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Boots 17. Blush Drops 25 ingredients
ciele. Blush & Protect SPF 50+ Liquid Blush 33 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC13-15 Alkane
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Magnesium Sulfate
Shorea Robusta Resin
TonicPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPropylene Carbonate
SolventHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, C13-15 Alkane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Magnesium Sulfate, Shorea Robusta Resin, Phenoxyethanol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propylene Carbonate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopherol, Tin Oxide, CI 15850, CI 16035, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningC26-28 Alkyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Tridecyl Salicylate
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIsohexadecane
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Methylpropanediol
SolventDimethicone
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSodium Chloride
Masking
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Silica
Abrasive
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientIron Oxides
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Carbonate
SolventLecithin
Emollient
Bisabolol
Masking
Phenylpropanol
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Sulfate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, C26-28 Alkyl Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Tridecyl Salicylate, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77891, Isohexadecane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Methylpropanediol, Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Chloride, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 16035, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Silica, Caprylyl Glycol, Iron Oxides, CI 77491, Allantoin, Propylene Carbonate, Lecithin, Bisabolol, Phenylpropanol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, CI 77499, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Sulfate, Sodium Hydroxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 16035 is a synthetic dark-red dye. This dye is created from an acid called Allura red AC, an azo dye.
Azo dyes need to be purified thoroughly before use. This makes them more stable and longer lasting.
This dye is commonly used in foods, approved by both the FDA and EFSA.
Learn more about CI 16035Ci 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 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.
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 77891Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate isn't fungal acne safe.
This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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