Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Matte Bouncy Blush - Happy Versus Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush - Encourage
Updated on July 11, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe blushes. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
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 oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Matte Bouncy Blush 27 ingredients
Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush 23 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Matte Bouncy Blush 27 ingredients
Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Hexyl Laurate
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientMethicone
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCarica Papaya Seed Oil
Humectant
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
CI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite, Hexyl Laurate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Diisostearyl Malate, Silica, Phenyl Trimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Methicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Carica Papaya Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil, Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, CI 73360, CI 77491, CI 77499, CI 77891, CI 19140
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientHydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Octyldodecanol
EmollientEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Isododecane
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Propylene Carbonate
SolventTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningNymphaea Odorata Root Extract
RefreshingCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Polyisobutene, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Mica, Octyldodecanol, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Isododecane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Propylene Carbonate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Nymphaea Odorata Root Extract, CI 77491, CI 15850, CI 15985, CI 77891, CI 19140, 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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideCI 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 19140Ci 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 77491Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Triethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneIngredient Ratings
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Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Matte Bouncy Blush 27 ingredients
Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush 23 ingredients
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