Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily versus NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude .
Last updated on October 17, 2023. Published on March 08, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones and sulfates
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Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizer
A liquid, cream, or powder to help give light coverage in creating an even complexion.
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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation 28 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream 28 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
Ingredients in this product that are types of sulfate:
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation 28 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream 28 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation 28 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream 28 ingredients
Water • Dimethicone • Cyclopentasiloxane • Glycerin • Isododecane • Propylene Glycol • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Cyclohexasiloxane • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Tridecyl Trimellitate • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Boron Nitride • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Magnesium Sulfate • Phenoxyethanol • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Peg/Ppg-15/15 Dimethicone • Magnesium Palmitate • Magnesium Stearate • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Caprylyl Glycol • Parfum • Silica • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • CI 77891 • CI 77491
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Propylene Glycol • Glycerin • Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate • Isododecane • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Caprylyl Methicone • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • Bis-Peg/Ppg-14/14 Dimethicone • Propylene Carbonate • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Magnesium Sulfate • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Bis-Isobutyl Peg/Ppg-10/7/Dimethicone Copolymer • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Dimethicone • Dimethiconol • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder • Maltodextrin • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopherol • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77492 • CI 77891
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. 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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Watere.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 1.
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 2.
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude contains this as ingredient number 20.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxanee.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 3.
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude contains this as ingredient number 2.
Glycerin 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 Glycerine.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 4.
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude contains this as ingredient number 4.
Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about Isododecanee.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 5.
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude contains this as ingredient number 6.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene Glycole.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 6.
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude contains this as ingredient number 3.
Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.
In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.
You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.
One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.
Learn more about Magnesium Sulfatee.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 15.
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude contains this as ingredient number 15.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 16.
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude contains this as ingredient number 26.
Disteardimonium 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 Hectoritee.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 17.
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude contains this as ingredient number 13.
This silica is mainly used to thicken oils and suspend particles in oils. It is not water soluble.
According to the manufacturer, it:
The manufacturer also claims this ingredient to be useful in makeup.
In lipstick formulations, this ingredient improves color payoff, reduces pigment settling, and reduces oil bleeding. This ingredient also improves the grip of powder products such as dry shampoos.
Learn more about Silica Dimethyl Silylatee.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 21.
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude contains this as ingredient number 14.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 22.
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude contains this as ingredient number 24.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about Triethoxycaprylylsilanee.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 26.
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude contains this as ingredient number 19.
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 77891e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 27.
NYX Cosmetics Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil Lightweight BB Cream Vanille Nude contains this as ingredient number 28.
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