Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dewy Flush - Watermelon Flush Versus Summer Fridays Blush Balm Stick Cheek + Lip Stick - Pink Skies
Updated on May 29, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe blushes. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.
Ingredient Info
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dewy Flush 46 ingredients
Summer Fridays Blush Balm Stick Cheek + Lip Stick 45 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
At a glance
Click on any of the items below to learn more
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dewy Flush 46 ingredients
Summer Fridays Blush Balm Stick Cheek + Lip Stick 45 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Isoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
EmollientC10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-20 Olefin)
Abrasive
Magnesium Sulfate
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingDilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer
Polyglycerin-6
HumectantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Propylene Carbonate
SolventTriheptanoin
Skin ConditioningHdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Dodecane
Perfuming
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dicaprylyl Ether, Squalane, Isoamyl Laurate, Octyldodecanol, C10-18 Triglycerides, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Jojoba Esters, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Glyceryl Behenate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-20 Olefin), Magnesium Sulfate, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract, Glycerin, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer, Polyglycerin-6, Mica, Propylene Carbonate, Triheptanoin, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Dodecane, Polyglycerin-3, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbitan Oleate, Phenoxyethanol, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer, Trihydroxystearin, Tocopherol, Parfum, CI 77891, CI 15850, CI 77491, CI 77499, CI 45410, CI 15985, CI 42090
Isododecane
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
C9-12 Alkane
SolventBehenyl Behenate
EmollientPolyethylene
Abrasive
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Isohexadecane
EmollientPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Evodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Propanediol
Solvent
C13-15 Alkane
SolventCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientAlumina
Abrasive
Magnesium Oxide
AbsorbentButylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Linoleate
Emollient
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Propylene Carbonate
SolventMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantRosin
Iron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantIsododecane, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, C9-12 Alkane, Behenyl Behenate, Polyethylene, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Isohexadecane, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Triethylhexanoin, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Hyaluronate, Evodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Propanediol, C13-15 Alkane, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Silica, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Alumina, Magnesium Oxide, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Glyceryl Linoleate, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Trihydroxystearin, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Propylene Carbonate, Mica, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77120, Rosin, Iron Oxides, CI 77891, CI 45410, CI 15850
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ci 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 45410 is a synthetic red-pigment and dye.
It often goes by both Red 28 or Red 27; manufacturers label both ingredients as CI 45410.
This dye is commonly found in makeup because it imparts a vivid color. Some types of this dye change color based on pH level and interaction with moisture:
Your skin has a natural pH of around 4.5 - 5.5.
According to the FDA, CI 45410 is not permitted for use in eye products.
Red 27 is a flourescein dye and commonly used as a fluorescent tracer in medicine.
Learn more about CI 45410Ci 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 77891Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is created from fatty coconut alcohol, caprylic acid, and capric acid.
It is a lightweight emollient. Emollients create a thin barrier on the skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Once applied, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is absorbed quickly and leaves a silky feel.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Coco-Caprylate/CaprateDisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinMica 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 MicaPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateThis ingredient comes from Hydroxystearic Acid, a fatty acid, and glycerin. It is used to thicken oils.
Due to its fatty acid content, it is a natural emollient.
Creating trihydroxystearin involves using a chemical reaction between hydrogen and castor oil.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about TrihydroxystearinIngredient Ratings
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these products.
When to use
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dewy Flush 46 ingredients
Summer Fridays Blush Balm Stick Cheek + Lip Stick 45 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
