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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent versus The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple .

Last updated on November 20, 2023. Published on January 07, 2023

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances, silicones and sulfates

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Lip Stain French Brand France
Foundation British Brand United Kingdom

Lip Stain

Lip stains color your lips. They are absorbed into your lips, providing a longer-lasting color.

Foundation

A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.

Price

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Starts at $5.95
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Starts at $9.50

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 1.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 2.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Emollient, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.

As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.

Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.

Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.

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L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 4.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 5.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 6.

We don't have a description for Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer.

L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 7.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.

L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 8.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 13.

7
What it does: Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

Disteardimonium 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.

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L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 10.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate isn't fungal acne safe.

L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 11.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 18.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.

In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.

You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.

One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.

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L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 12.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 13.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.

It is considered non-irritating on the skin.

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L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 15.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 12.

12
What it does: Cleansing, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate.

L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 18.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 20.

13
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 19.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 28.

14
What it does: Antioxidant
Community Rating: Liked

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.

It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.

As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.

This ingredient is oil-soluble.

Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 21.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 35.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.

Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.

You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.

There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.

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L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 22.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 27.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

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 77491

L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 25.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 36.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77492 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 77492

L'Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain I Represent contains this as ingredient number 26.

The Body Shop Matte Clay Skin Clarifying Foundation 034 Japanese Maple contains this as ingredient number 37.

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9% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
55% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet
24% are loved or liked
19% have mixed ratings
30% are disliked or very disliked
27% have no rating yet

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