KIKO Milano Velvet Touch Creamy Stick Blush - Natural Rose Versus SHEGLAM Color Bloom Liquid Blush - Risky Business
Updated on March 28, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free blushes. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
KIKO Milano Velvet Touch Creamy Stick Blush 24 ingredients
SHEGLAM Color Bloom Liquid Blush 36 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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KIKO Milano Velvet Touch Creamy Stick Blush 24 ingredients
SHEGLAM Color Bloom Liquid Blush 36 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Talc
Abrasive
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ethylene Brassylate
MaskingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil
Emollient
Pistacia Vera Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
BHT
Antioxidant
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
Isononyl Isononanoate, Mica, Polyethylene, Synthetic Wax, Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Talc, Zinc Stearate, Silica, Dimethicone, Ethylene Brassylate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Pistacia Vera Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Tocopherol, BHT, Tin Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77491, CI 15850, CI 19140, CI 45410, CI 73360
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Isohexadecane
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientTridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Glycerin
Humectant
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentSilica
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Propylene Carbonate
SolventAcrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin ConditioningSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAlumina
Abrasive
Parfum
Masking
Methicone
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitol
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 12085
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isohexadecane, Isononyl Isononanoate, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Propylene Glycol, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Boron Nitride, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Mica, Disteardimonium Hectorite, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Propylene Carbonate, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Alumina, Parfum, Methicone, Dimethicone, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Sorbitol, CI 77891, CI 12085, CI 15850, Iron Oxides, CI 73360
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Isononyl Isononanoate is a synthetic skin-conditioner and texture enhancer. It is created from nonanoic acid, a fatty acid found in cocoa and lavender oil.
As an emollient, Isononyl Isononanoate helps keep your skin soft and smooth. This is because emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in.
Isononyl Isononanoate helps give products a velvet feel and improves spreadability.
Learn more about Isononyl IsononanoateMica 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 MicaSilica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
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 DimethiconeCi 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 73360 is a synthetic red-pink dye.
Ingredient Ratings
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KIKO Milano Velvet Touch Creamy Stick Blush 24 ingredients
SHEGLAM Color Bloom Liquid Blush 36 ingredients
Reviews
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KIKO Milano Velvet Touch Creamy Stick Blush 24 ingredients
This is one of my favorite blushes. It’s incredibly easy to apply, lasts for ages, and I adore the natural-looking color. I usually apply it on my cheeks, eyelids, nose, and forehead.
Since I have very light skin and mostly use the lightest makeup shade available, I need a touch of blush to look more “alive,” and this one does the job very well.
SHEGLAM Color Bloom Liquid Blush 36 ingredients
I give this a 2 because it's a beautiful color and applies well but instantly irritated me so I don't want people to use it and have a bad reaction. My skin is not that sensitive. It's not worth it.
