Essence The Blush - 10 Befitting Versus Natasha Denona My Mini Dream Glow Blush
Updated on July 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe blushes. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Essence The Blush 12 ingredients
Natasha Denona My Mini Dream Glow Blush 34 ingredients
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Essence The Blush 12 ingredients
Natasha Denona My Mini Dream Glow Blush 34 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentSilica
Abrasive
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Sorbitan Tristearate
EmulsifyingButylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantKaolin
Abrasive
Talc
Abrasive
Alumina
Abrasive
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientHydrogenated Castor Oil Hydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Soybean Glycerides
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables
Skin Conditioning
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantAscorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Mica, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, CI 77891, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, CI 77491, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Silica, CI 77499, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 15850, Lauroyl Lysine, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sorbitan Tristearate, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Tocopherol, CI 77492, CI 77007, Kaolin, Talc, Alumina, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Diisostearyl Malate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Hydroxystearate, Tin Oxide, Soybean Glycerides, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables, Zinc Stearate, Ascorbyl Palmitate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.
Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.
If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.
Learn more about TalcMica 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 MicaAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is a synthetic powder used as an absorbent, thickener, and anti-caking agent.
As an absorbent, it is great at mattifying skin by soaking up the oil. This is why you'll find it in a range of products from makeup to moisturizers.
This ingredient is considered a modified starch. Starch can also be found naturally in plants.
One study from 1991 found that 5% of this ingredient enhanced titanium dioxide SPF by as much as 40%. The study found 1% titanium dioxide had a 5.6 SPF and adding 5% of aluminum starch octenylsuccinate boosted it to an SPF of 8.1
Although “aluminum” in an ingredient name can raise red flags for some consumers, the form and usage context matter significantly. For typical topical applications, there is no substantial evidence of health risks - such as cancer, neurotoxicity, or systemic “aluminum overload.”
Learn more about Aluminum Starch OctenylsuccinateEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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 HydroxideCi 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850Ci 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.
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