Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer - Fenty Glow Versus REFY Lip Gloss - Blush
Updated on December 06, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe lip glosses. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer 37 ingredients
REFY Lip Gloss 16 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer 37 ingredients
REFY Lip Gloss 16 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Polybutene
Octyldodecanol
EmollientBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Tricaprylin
Masking
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientVp/Eicosene Copolymer
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Silica
Abrasive
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables
Skin Conditioning
Aroma
Parfum
Masking
Tribehenin
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Polyethylene Terephthalate
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates Copolymer
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Limonene
Perfuming
Polybutene, Octyldodecanol, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Tricaprylin, Cera Microcristallina, Polyethylene, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Mica, Sorbitan Oleate, Silica, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylyl Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables, Aroma, Parfum, Tribehenin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Lactic Acid, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Polyethylene Terephthalate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Acrylates Copolymer, Tin Oxide, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene
Polyisobutene
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
EmollientCera Microcristallina
Emulsion Stabilising
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPolyisobutene, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Octyldodecanol, Cera Microcristallina, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Caprylyl Glycol, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Glyceryl Behenate, Sodium Hyaluronate, CI 15850, Iron Oxides, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 OctyldodecanolCera Microcristallina isn't fungal acne safe.
This silica is mainly used to thicken oils and suspend particles in oils. It is not water soluble.
According to the manufacturer, it:
The manufacturer also claims this ingredient to be useful in makeup.
In lipstick formulations, this ingredient improves color payoff, reduces pigment settling, and reduces oil bleeding. This ingredient also improves the grip of powder products such as dry shampoos.
Learn more about Silica Dimethyl SilylateButyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterCaprylyl 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 GlycolTocopheryl 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 AcetateCi 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 77891This ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
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Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer 37 ingredients
REFY Lip Gloss 16 ingredients
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Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer 37 ingredients
My favorite lip gloss! I love the color and it's easy to apply, giving a nice glow without being sticky. Also very efficient. Definitely worth spending money on
