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e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Setting Powder - Light Pink Versus Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Translucent Setting Powder

Setting Spray & Powder
Setting Spray & Powder
American Brand United States
American Brand United States

Updated on May 08, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe setting spray & powders. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

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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Ingredient Info

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About this product

About this product

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Key Ingredients

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Concerns

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Cosmetic Colorant

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.

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We don't have a description for Synthetic Sapphire yet.

Cosmetic Colorant

This synthetic powder is used to add a pearly/white color in cosmetics.

Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.

When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.

Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.

If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.

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This ingredient comes as a powder made up of small, porous, microbeads. It is used to add a silky feel to products and also helps absorb oil.

Absorbent, Skin Conditioning

Boron Nitride is compound consisting of boron and nitrogen. It is used to absorb oil and modify adherence/ slip in products.

This means it is often used in makeup products to help them last longer.

Abrasive, Absorbent

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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When to use

8 Routines
88% use in am
13% use in pm
50% use every day
42 Routines
93% use in am
7% use in pm
88% use every day
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e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Setting Powder 13 ingredients

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Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Translucent Setting Powder 12 ingredients

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Dewy (1) Good Color (1) Natural (1)
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cassandre martin

2 months ago
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LOVE IT

#dewy
#natural
#good color