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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of EX1 Cosmetics Blusher Natural Flush versus Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush .

Last updated on April 23, 2024. Published on April 19, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and cruelty-free blushes. They have a total of 12 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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Blush Italian Brand Italy
Blush Brand

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

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

Exfoliators (3)

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Rosacea
Eczema (4)
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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1
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.

EX1 Cosmetics Blusher Natural Flush contains this as ingredient number 2.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 11.

2
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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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EX1 Cosmetics Blusher Natural Flush contains this as ingredient number 3.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 1.

3
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

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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EX1 Cosmetics Blusher Natural Flush contains this as ingredient number 7.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 19.

4
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Polymethyl Methacrylate.

EX1 Cosmetics Blusher Natural Flush contains this as ingredient number 9.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 5.

We don't have a description for Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer.

EX1 Cosmetics Blusher Natural Flush contains this as ingredient number 10.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 4.

6
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

This silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.

It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.

According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.

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EX1 Cosmetics Blusher Natural Flush contains this as ingredient number 11.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 24.

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.

EX1 Cosmetics Blusher Natural Flush contains this as ingredient number 14.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 23.

8
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.

EX1 Cosmetics Blusher Natural Flush contains this as ingredient number 15.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 15.

9
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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EX1 Cosmetics Blusher Natural Flush contains this as ingredient number 16.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 18.

10
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

This pigment is called Ultramarine blue lazurite. It gives a saturated blue color, but can be used to create other colors as well.

According to the manufacturer, it is usually made from kaolin, sodium sulfate, sodium carbonate, sulfur, and charcoal.

EX1 Cosmetics Blusher Natural Flush contains this as ingredient number 20.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 27.

11
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.

EX1 Cosmetics Blusher Natural Flush contains this as ingredient number 23.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 29.

12
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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EX1 Cosmetics Blusher Natural Flush contains this as ingredient number 25.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 30.

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12% have mixed ratings
64% are disliked or very disliked
20% have no rating yet
10% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
67% are disliked or very disliked
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