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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Milani Baked Powder Blush 05 Luminoso versus Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush .

Last updated on April 04, 2024. Published on January 08, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and cruelty-free blushes. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Blush American Brand United States
Blush Brand

Blush

A liquid, cream, or powder used to help color cheeks and other parts of the face.

Blush

A liquid, cream, or powder used to help color cheeks and other parts of the face.

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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

Exfoliators (3)

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema (5)

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Rosacea
Eczema (4)
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Mica 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.

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Milani Baked Powder Blush 05 Luminoso contains this as ingredient number 2.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush 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.

Milani Baked Powder Blush 05 Luminoso contains this as ingredient number 4.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 11.

3
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Polyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer. It is used to stabilize products and bind ingredients. When hydrated, Polyacrylamide forms a soft gel.

Polyacrylamide is low-toxicity. If source properly, it is deemed safe to use in cosmetics.

It should be noted the precursor to Polyacrylamide is acrylamide. Acrylamide is a carcinogen. Most reputable sources of Polyacrylamide will screen for residual acrylamide to make sure the count is in a safe range. Acrylamide is not able to be absorbed through the skin.

We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.

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Milani Baked Powder Blush 05 Luminoso contains this as ingredient number 7.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 16.

4
What it does: Emollient, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

C13-14 Isoparaffin is created from petroleum-based mineral oils. It is an emollient and helps thicken a product.

As an emollient, it helps keep the skin soft and smooth by creating a barrier on top. This barrier traps moisture in, keeping the skin hydrated.

C13-14 Isoparaffin may not be fungal-acne safe.

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Milani Baked Powder Blush 05 Luminoso contains this as ingredient number 8.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 8.

5
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Laureth-7 is created by the ethoxylation of lauryl alcohol using ethylene oxide. Lauryl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with hydrating properties.

Laureth-7 is an emulsifier and cleansing ingredient. As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps cleanse the skin by gathering dirt, oil, and pollutants to be rinsed away.

Milani Baked Powder Blush 05 Luminoso contains this as ingredient number 9.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 13.

6
What it does: Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Magnesium Aluminum Silicate is a type of silica. It comes from naturally occuring minerals such as silicate ores and clay.

Magnesium aluminum silicate is used for enhancing texture and as an absorbent. Due to its large molecular size, it is unable to be absorbed into the skin.

Like other types of silica, this ingredient can be used to thicken a product. As an absorbent, it may be used to absorb extra water or help prevent clumping.

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Milani Baked Powder Blush 05 Luminoso contains this as ingredient number 13.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 14.

7
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Loved

This ingredient is a preservative with antimicrobial properties. It is the sodium salt of dehydroacetic acid.

It is especially effective at preventing bacterial and fungal growth in low concentrations.

Milani Baked Powder Blush 05 Luminoso contains this as ingredient number 15.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 20.

8
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Silica 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.

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Milani Baked Powder Blush 05 Luminoso contains this as ingredient number 19.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 19.

9
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

Ci 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 77891

Milani Baked Powder Blush 05 Luminoso contains this as ingredient number 23.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 30.

10
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ci 75470 is a bright-red pigment. It is AKA carmine.

Carmine is derived from insects such as the cochineal beetle. This ingredient has been used as a natural dye for over 2000 years.

Milani Baked Powder Blush 05 Luminoso contains this as ingredient number 29.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 26.

11
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

This pigment is called Ultramarine blue lazurite. It gives a saturated blue color, but can be used to create other colors as well.

According to the manufacturer, it is usually made from kaolin, sodium sulfate, sodium carbonate, sulfur, and charcoal.

Milani Baked Powder Blush 05 Luminoso contains this as ingredient number 30.

Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Blush Luminous Flush contains this as ingredient number 27.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

3% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
77% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet
7% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
70% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet

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