Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 03 Macchiato versus Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick Buff .
Last updated on October 16, 2023. Published on November 15, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Bronzer
A liquid, cream, or powder used to help give a 'sun-kissed' color to the face.
Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
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Ingredient Info
Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 21 ingredients
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick 26 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 21 ingredients
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick 26 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 21 ingredients
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick 26 ingredients
Octyldodecanol • Isononyl Isononanoate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate • Dicalcium Phosphate • Synthetic Wax • Polyethylene • Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 • Silica Silylate • Nylon-12 • Mica • Candelilla Cera • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Tocopheryl Acetate • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Talc • BHT • CI 77491 • CI 42090 • CI 77891
Hydrogenated Polydecene • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Octyldodecanol • Silica • Polyethylene • Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Synthetic Wax • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Cera Microcristallina • Sorbitan Isostearate • Pancratium Maritimum Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Dimethicone • Caprylyl Glycol • Propylene Carbonate • Ethylhexylglycerin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Stearalkonium Hectorite • Glycerin • Water • Mica • BHT • CI 77491 • CI 77891
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Ingredients Explained
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Octyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol. It is primarily used to enhance the texture of products.
As an emulsifier, Octyldodecanol helps prevent the oils and waters from separating. It also prevents ingredients from creating foam when shaken.
Octyldodecanol is created by reducing fatty acid to an alcohol.
Due to its high molecular weight, it does not get absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about OctyldodecanolFenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 03 Macchiato contains this as ingredient number 1.
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick Buff contains this as ingredient number 3.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideFenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 03 Macchiato contains this as ingredient number 3.
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick Buff contains this as ingredient number 2.
Synthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxFenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 03 Macchiato contains this as ingredient number 7.
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick Buff contains this as ingredient number 9.
Polyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.
Polyethylene is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.
Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 03 Macchiato contains this as ingredient number 8.
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick Buff contains this as ingredient number 5.
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.
Learn more about MicaFenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 03 Macchiato contains this as ingredient number 12.
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick Buff contains this as ingredient number 23.
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.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateFenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 03 Macchiato contains this as ingredient number 15.
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick Buff contains this as ingredient number 14.
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant. As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
BHT also helps stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Many products are sensitive to air and light. BHT prevents them from breaking down when exposed.
Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 03 Macchiato contains this as ingredient number 18.
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick Buff contains this as ingredient number 24.
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 77491Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 03 Macchiato contains this as ingredient number 19.
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick Buff contains this as ingredient number 25.
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 77891Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 03 Macchiato contains this as ingredient number 21.
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick Buff contains this as ingredient number 26.
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Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 21 ingredients
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick 26 ingredients
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Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 21 ingredients
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick 26 ingredients
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Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer 21 ingredients
Merit Beauty The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick 26 ingredients
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