Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Blush Versus Haus Labs By Lady Gaga Color Fuse Glassy Blush Balm Stick
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Octyldodecanol
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientDicalcium Phosphate
AbrasiveSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
EmollientSynthetic Wax
AbrasiveBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
EmollientSilica Silylate
EmollientPolyethylene
AbrasiveNylon-12
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
AstringentDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantTin Oxide
AbrasiveCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantOctyldodecanol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Synthetic Wax, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Silica Silylate, Polyethylene, Nylon-12, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tin Oxide, CI 15850, CI 42090, Iron Oxides, CI 77891
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingSynthetic Wax
AbrasiveCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPropylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Skin ConditioningPolybutene
Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientEuphorbia Cerifera Cera
AstringentEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
EmulsifyingCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
EmollientArnica Montana Flower Extract
MaskingSqualane
EmollientPseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate
HumectantPrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
MaskingPseudozyma Epicola/Apricot Kernel Oil/Olive Fruit Oil/Sunflower Seed Oil/Sweet Almond Oil/(Angelica Gigas/Lithospermum Erythrorhizon) Root Extract Ferment Extract Filtrate
Pseudozyma Epicola/Sunflower Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate
Emulsion StabilisingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantLycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
AstringentCopernicia Cerifera Wax
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric/Succinic Triglyceride
EmollientCastor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer
Propylene Carbonate
SolventSorbitan Sesquioleate
EmulsifyingStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel Forming1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantDiisostearyl Malate, Octyldodecanol, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Synthetic Wax, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Polybutene, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Squalane, Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Pseudozyma Epicola/Apricot Kernel Oil/Olive Fruit Oil/Sunflower Seed Oil/Sweet Almond Oil/(Angelica Gigas/Lithospermum Erythrorhizon) Root Extract Ferment Extract Filtrate, Pseudozyma Epicola/Sunflower Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Caprylic/Capric/Succinic Triglyceride, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer, Propylene Carbonate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, 1,2-Hexanediol, CI 77492, CI 77891, CI 15985, CI 15850, CI 42090
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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.
This ingredient is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 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 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
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 77891Euphorbia Cerifera Cera is AKA as Candelilla wax. It is a natural emollient and helps give products a thick consistency.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia safe.
This wax comes from a shrub native to Mexico. Since it is a plant derived wax, it is considered vegan.
Learn more about Euphorbia Cerifera CeraOctyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol sourced from plant oils like coconut or palm (or made synthetically).
It is:
You'll likely see this in many BHA products because this is the go-to solvent for salicylic acid.
This ingredient is typically used at levels between 2-20%.
Regarding fungal acne:
In 2019, this ingredient was tested against multiple Malassezia species (the yeast that causes fungal acne) and showed no growth.
Synthetic Wax is a manufactured hydrocarbon wax. In formulas, it works as an occlusive emollient that helps reduce water loss and improves the spreadability of products.
Research comparing synthetic wax to traditional mineral-derived products found that formulas containing it perform as well for skin hydration.
It is considered non-comedogenic and vegan-friendly.
It has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxTocopheryl 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.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate