Neutrogena Moisturesmooth Color Stick - 110 Almond Nude Versus Clinique Almost Lipstick - Black Honey
Updated on February 03, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both lipsticks. They have a total of 9 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, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Neutrogena Moisturesmooth Color Stick 35 ingredients
Clinique Almost Lipstick 22 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Neutrogena Moisturesmooth Color Stick 35 ingredients
Clinique Almost Lipstick 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPolybutene
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Petrolatum
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lanolin
EmollientOzokerite
Emulsion StabilisingSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Cetyl Lactate
EmollientPolyethylene
Abrasive
Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Stearoxymethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
EmollientMangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Punica Granatum Pericarp Extract
Skin ConditioningSilica Silylate
EmollientPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Tribehenin
Emollient
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
Cleansing
Aroma
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Iron Oxides
Blue 1 Lake
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polybutene, Phenyl Trimethicone, Petrolatum, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Hydrogenated Lanolin, Ozokerite, Synthetic Wax, Cetyl Lactate, Polyethylene, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Myristyl Myristate, Silica, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Stearoxymethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Maltodextrin, Punica Granatum Pericarp Extract, Silica Silylate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Tribehenin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Aroma, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Blue 1 Lake, CI 15985, CI 15850, Mica, CI 19140
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Glyceryl Triacetyl Ricinoleate
Emollient
Cetyl Ricinoleate
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
CI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantRicinus Communis Seed Oil, Glyceryl Triacetyl Ricinoleate, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Polyethylene, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, CI 77120, CI 19140, CI 42090, Iron Oxides, CI 15850, Mica, CI 75470, CI 77891, CI 45380, CI 73360, CI 15985, CI 77163, CI 17200, CI 45410
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 15985 is a dye made from petroleum. It is synthetically created and approved by the FDA for use in foods and cosmetics.
The color of this dye is orange/yellow.
This ingredient can be found in makeup, sun care, and skincare.
Learn more about CI 15985CI 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Copernicia Cerifera Wax comes from a palm tree native to Brazil. This wax is added to help give a thicker texture. It also helps create a film when applied.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax contains aliphatic esters, diesters of cinnamic acid, myricyl cerotate, and small quantities of cerotic acid and myricyl alcohol.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax has the highest melting point of all natural waxes and low solubility.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax has commonly been used in Brazilian Folk medicine.
Learn more about Copernicia Cerifera WaxMica 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 MicaPentaerythrityl 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 HydroxyhydrocinnamatePolyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.
It is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.
Euphorbia Cerifera wax comes from a shrub in Northern Mexico. It is used to stabilize formulations and has emollient properties.
Emollients form a thin layer on top of skin to prevent water from evaporating, keeping skin and lips hydrated.
According to a manufacturer, this wax can range from a yellow/brown color to translucent.
Learn more about Euphorbia Cerifera WaxThis ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
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Neutrogena Moisturesmooth Color Stick 35 ingredients
Clinique Almost Lipstick 22 ingredients
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