Flower Knows Butterfly Cloud Collar Rouge Box Highlighting & Blush Duo Powder Versus Flower Knows Swan Ballet Embossed Blush
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantPolyethylene
Abrasive
Boron Nitride
Absorbent
Silica
Abrasive
Diphenyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Diphenyl Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Petrolatum
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
Emollient
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Nylon-12
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Methylparaben
Preservative
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientParfum
Masking
Propylparaben
Preservative
CI 73360
Cosmetic ColorantBenzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantMethicone
Emollient
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Mica, Polyethylene, Boron Nitride, Silica, Diphenyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Diphenyl Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Paraffinum Liquidum, Petrolatum, CI 77891, Dimethicone, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Magnesium Stearate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Lauroyl Lysine, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Nylon-12, Sorbitan Isostearate, Methylparaben, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 77742, Aluminum Hydroxide, Parfum, Propylparaben, CI 73360, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, CI 15850, Methicone, CI 77491
Water
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Talc
Abrasive
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientNylon-12
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Silica
Abrasive
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPotassium Chloride
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
CI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 73360
Cosmetic ColorantChondrus Crispus
Masking
Alumina
Abrasive
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantPEG-26-PPG-30 Phosphate
CleansingCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantKaolin
Abrasive
Water, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Talc, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, CI 77891, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Nylon-12, Lauroyl Lysine, Polysorbate 60, Silica, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Squalane, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, CI 77492, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Chloride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Chlorphenesin, CI 77007, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 73360, Chondrus Crispus, Alumina, CI 77491, PEG-26-PPG-30 Phosphate, CI 77499, Kaolin
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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.
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 73360 is a synthetic red-pink dye.
It is soluble in water and remains chemically stable across a range of pH levels typically used in cosmetics. This helps manufacturers maintain uniform color throughout a product’s shelf life.
Because this ingredient is a regulated cosmetic colorant, its purity, manufacturing standards, and allowed uses are defined by cosmetic regulations in major markets.
Learn more about CI 73360Ci 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 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 77891Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeThis ingredient comes from a fatty acid (lauric acid) and amino acid (lysine). It is used to add a silky feel to cosmetics.
According to a manufacturer, its fatty acid base leaves a silky feeling on the skin. It also has emollient properties because of this. Emollients help soften skin by preventing water from evaporating.
Lauroyl lysine is barely soluble in water.
Learn more about Lauroyl LysineNylon-12 is a polymer. It is derived from 12-aminododecanoic acid, an omega-amino fatty acid
According to a manufacturer, it is a talc substitute. Like talc, nylon-12 gives products a satin feel. The manufacturer also claims this ingredients does not block pores and has moderate oil absorption.
This ingredient may not be reef-safe.
Learn more about Nylon-12Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaTalc 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 Talc
