Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory versus e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium .
Last updated on October 25, 2023. Published on January 29, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free . They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and silicones
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Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
Highlighter
Highlighters emulate the glow of light and help brighten features.
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Ingredient Info
NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation 29 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 36 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation 29 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 36 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation 29 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 36 ingredients
Water • Dimethicone • Isododecane • Cyclopentasiloxane • Phenyl Trimethicone • Titanium Dioxide • Butylene Glycol • Propylene Glycol • Peg-9 Dimethicone • Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Sodium Chloride • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Tribehenin • Talc • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Trimethoxycaprylylsilane • Alcohol Denat. • Disodium EDTA • Panthenol • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Phenoxyethanol • Dehydroacetic Acid • Benzoic Acid • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499
Water • Hydrogenated Didecene • Squalane • Propylene Glycol • Glycerin • Octyldodecanol • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Dimethicone • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Isoamyl Laurate • Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer • Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate • Sodium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Propylene Carbonate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Caprylyl Glycol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Aluminum Hydroxide • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Disodium EDTA • Tocopherol • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Tin Oxide • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • CI 77891 • CI 77492 • CI 77491 • CI 77499 • CI 77163
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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!
Learn more about WaterNYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 1.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 2.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 8.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolNYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 8.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 4.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideNYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 11.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 14.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneNYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 15.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 27.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTANYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 19.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 25.
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.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteNYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 21.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 17.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 22.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 19.
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.
NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 24.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 77491NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 27.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 34.
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 77492NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 28.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 33.
Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 29.
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 3 Light/Medium contains this as ingredient number 35.
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NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation 29 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter 36 ingredients
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