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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of e.l.f. cosmetics Monochromatic Multi Stick Glistening Peach versus Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush Nude Burn .

Last updated on October 25, 2023. Published on October 02, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe blushes. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E

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, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Blush American Brand United States
Blush American Brand United States

Blush

A liquid, cream, or powder used to help color cheeks and other parts of the face.

Blush

A liquid, cream, or powder used to help color cheeks and other parts of the face.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

1
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Triethylhexanoin is created from glycerin and 2-ethylhexanoic acid. It is a solvent and emollient.

As a solvent, Triethylhexanoin helps dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.

It is also an emollient and helps condition the skin.

Learn more about Triethylhexanoin

e.l.f. cosmetics Monochromatic Multi Stick Glistening Peach contains this as ingredient number 2.

Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush Nude Burn contains this as ingredient number 7.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Monochromatic Multi Stick Glistening Peach contains this as ingredient number 3.

Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush Nude Burn contains this as ingredient number 4.

3
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.

It is considered non-irritating on the skin.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Monochromatic Multi Stick Glistening Peach contains this as ingredient number 5.

Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush Nude Burn contains this as ingredient number 12.

4
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Monochromatic Multi Stick Glistening Peach contains this as ingredient number 14.

Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush Nude Burn contains this as ingredient number 15.

5
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Monochromatic Multi Stick Glistening Peach contains this as ingredient number 15.

Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush Nude Burn contains this as ingredient number 11.

6
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

Learn more about Caprylyl Glycol

e.l.f. cosmetics Monochromatic Multi Stick Glistening Peach contains this as ingredient number 16.

Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush Nude Burn contains this as ingredient number 16.

7
What it does: Abrasive
Community Rating: Disliked

Tin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.

Tin Oxide helps remove translucency in a product, or make it more opaque. Besides adding opacity, tin oxide is used for bulking to add volume.

e.l.f. cosmetics Monochromatic Multi Stick Glistening Peach contains this as ingredient number 17.

Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush Nude Burn contains this as ingredient number 20.

8
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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 77491

e.l.f. cosmetics Monochromatic Multi Stick Glistening Peach contains this as ingredient number 19.

Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush Nude Burn contains this as ingredient number 27.

9
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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 77492

e.l.f. cosmetics Monochromatic Multi Stick Glistening Peach contains this as ingredient number 20.

Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush Nude Burn contains this as ingredient number 28.

10
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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.

e.l.f. cosmetics Monochromatic Multi Stick Glistening Peach contains this as ingredient number 21.

Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush Nude Burn contains this as ingredient number 29.

11
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ci 45410 is a synthetic red-pigment and dye. It is a flourescein dye and commonly used as a fluorescent tracer in medicine.

e.l.f. cosmetics Monochromatic Multi Stick Glistening Peach contains this as ingredient number 22.

Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush Nude Burn contains this as ingredient number 31.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

13% are loved or liked
30% have mixed ratings
52% are disliked or very disliked
4% have no rating yet
22% are loved or liked
19% have mixed ratings
41% are disliked or very disliked
19% have no rating yet

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e.l.f. cosmetics Monochromatic Multi Stick 23 ingredients

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Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush 32 ingredients

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