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Last updated on October 17, 2023. Published on June 06, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and cruelty-free foundations. They have a total of 28 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, fragrances, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols, oils and silicones

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

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Foundation

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

Foundation

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

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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

Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation
Brightening

Concerns

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

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation
Brightening

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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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!

Learn more about Water

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 1.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 1.

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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.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 2.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 2.

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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.

Learn more about Isododecane

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 3.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 4.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.

Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.

As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.

Learn more about Phenyl Trimethicone

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 5.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Mixed

Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.

Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.

With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.

Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.

Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.

Learn more about Titanium Dioxide

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 6.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 6.

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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.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 7.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 7.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Glycol

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 8.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

Peg-9 Dimethicone is a type of silicone.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 9.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 9.

10
What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone is a type of silicone.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 10.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 10.

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What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Chloride

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 11.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 11.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

This ingredient is the fixed oil extracted from seeds of the desert shrub Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil. The seed oil is liquid wax ester from the plant. It is non-comedogenic.

Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient. Jojoba contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help protect your skin against free-radical damage. This may help in anti-aging.

Jojoba seed oil is a humectant, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.

While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some bacteria. It has also been shown to help in wound healing. Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns.

It is found to be similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. Jojoba oil may even help with regulating sebum production.

Although jojoba oil is non-comedogenic, we recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have any concerns.

Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

Jojoba is native to the southwestern US.

Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 12.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 12.

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

Tribehenin comes from glycerin and behenic acid.

It is used as an emollient, or moisturizer. Emollients form a thin barrier on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

Learn more about Tribehenin

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 13.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 13.

14
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Talc

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 14.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Triethoxycaprylylsilane

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 15.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

This silica is mainly used to thicken oils and suspend particles in oils. It is not water soluble.

According to the manufacturer, it:

The manufacturer also claims this ingredient to be useful in makeup.

In lipstick formulations, this ingredient improves color payoff, reduces pigment settling, and reduces oil bleeding. This ingredient also improves the grip of powder products such as dry shampoos.

Learn more about Silica Dimethyl Silylate

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 16.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 16.

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What it does: Smoothing

We don't have a description for Trimethoxycaprylylsilane.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 17.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Astringent, Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.

Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.

One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.

Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.

Other types of astringent alcohols include:

Learn more about Alcohol Denat.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 18.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 18.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

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 EDTA

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 19.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

Learn more about Panthenol

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 20.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 20.

21
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.

Learn more about Disteardimonium Hectorite

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 21.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 22.

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

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 23.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 23.

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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.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 24.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 24.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Loved

Dehydroacetic Acid is fungicide and bactericide. It is used as a preservative in cosmetics. Preservatives help elongate the shelf life of a product.

Dehydroacetic Acid is not soluble in water.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 25.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 25.

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What it does: Masking, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Benzoic Acid is used to preserve and adjust the pH of products.

The antimicrobial property of Benzoic Acid helps elongate a product's shelf life. Its main role is to reduce fungi growth and is not found to be effective at fighting bacteria. Therefore Benzoic Acid is always added along with other preservatives.

In its pure form, Benzoic Acid looks like a white crystalline solid. It has slight solubility in water.

The name of Benzoic Acid comes from gum benzoin, which used to be the sole source of deriving this ingredient. Benzoic Acid is the most simple aromatic carboxylic acid.

Benzoic Acid is naturally occuring in strawberries, mustard, cinnamon, and cloves. It has a slight scent but is not considered to be a fragrance.

Learn more about Benzoic Acid

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 26.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 26.

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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

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Ivory contains this as ingredient number 28.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 27.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

NYX Cosmetics Born To Glow Medium Coverage Naturally Radiant Foundation Light Porcelain contains this as ingredient number 28.

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14% are loved or liked
24% have mixed ratings
55% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet
14% are loved or liked
21% have mixed ratings
57% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet

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