NYX Cosmetics Buttermelt Blush - 02 Butta Together Versus Essence The Blush - 10 Befitting
Updated on April 23, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe blushes. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
NYX Cosmetics Buttermelt Blush 23 ingredients
Essence The Blush 12 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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NYX Cosmetics Buttermelt Blush 23 ingredients
Essence The Blush 12 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTalc
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningTrimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantOctyldodecanol
EmollientMangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Aroma
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientIsostearyl Isostearate
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Mica, CI 77891, Talc, Silica, Lauroyl Lysine, Trimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Zinc Stearate, CI 15850, CI 45410, Octyldodecanol, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Aroma, Caprylyl Glycol, Isostearyl Isostearate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Linalool, Limonene
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 15850Mica 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 MicaPhenoxyethanol 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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