NARS Cosmetics Blush - Orgasm X Versus Wet n Wild Color Icon Blush - Mellow Wine
Updated on October 27, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe blushes. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
NARS Cosmetics Blush 11 ingredients
Wet n Wild Color Icon Blush 15 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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NARS Cosmetics Blush 11 ingredients
Wet n Wild Color Icon Blush 15 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Magnesium Myristate
Silica
Abrasive
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
Skin ProtectingTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Octyldodecanol
EmollientButylene/Ethylene Copolymer
Talc, Magnesium Myristate, Silica, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lauroyl Lysine, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Octyldodecanol, Butylene/Ethylene Copolymer
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideDimethicone 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 DimethiconePhenoxyethanol 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.
Talc 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 TalcIngredient Ratings
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