Covergirl Trublend Skin Enhancer Balm Contour Stick - Defined Versus Maybelline Lifter Stix - 65
Updated on February 26, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Covergirl Trublend Skin Enhancer Balm Contour Stick 28 ingredients
Maybelline Lifter Stix 27 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Covergirl Trublend Skin Enhancer Balm Contour Stick 28 ingredients
Maybelline Lifter Stix 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Isostearyl Neopentanoate
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Kaolin
Abrasive
Dicalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearalkonium Bentonite
Gel FormingCalcium Sodium Borosilicate
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Silica
Abrasive
Propylene Carbonate
SolventPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Punica Granatum Pericarp Extract
Skin ConditioningTin Oxide
Abrasive
Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningIron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isostearyl Neopentanoate, Mica, Polyethylene, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Kaolin, Dicalcium Phosphate, Synthetic Beeswax, Synthetic Wax, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, Propylene Carbonate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Punica Granatum Pericarp Extract, Tin Oxide, Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Iron Oxides, CI 77891, CI 42090, CI 15985, CI 45410, CI 15850, CI 19140
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientTriethylhexanoin
MaskingBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Candelilla Cera
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientBehenyl Behenate
EmollientVaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract
AstringentTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Prunus Domestica Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Palmitate, Polyethylene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Lauroyl Lysine, Diisostearyl Malate, Triethylhexanoin, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Silica, Ozokerite, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Persea Gratissima Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Candelilla Cera, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Caprylyl Glycol, Behenyl Behenate, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tocopherol, Prunus Domestica Seed Oil, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, Mica, CI 77742
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 77891Mica 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 MicaPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamatePolyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.
It is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidSilica 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 SilicaIngredient Ratings
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