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REFY Cream Blush - Malaya Versus e.l.f. cosmetics Luminous Putty Blush - Maui

Updated on December 03, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe blushes. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates

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

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REFY Cream Blush

Blush

American Brand United States

e.l.f. cosmetics Luminous Putty Blush

Blush

American Brand United States

Ingredient Info

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REFY Cream Blush 11 ingredients

e.l.f. cosmetics Luminous Putty Blush 18 ingredients

At a glance

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REFY Cream Blush 11 ingredients

e.l.f. cosmetics Luminous Putty Blush 18 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Concerns

Notable Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Cream Blush

Octyldodecanol Emollient, Masking

Octyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol. It is primarily used to enhance the texture of products.

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Silica Abrasive, Absorbent

Exfoliant • 2 Concerns

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

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Synthetic Beeswax Emulsion Stabilising

Not safe for Fungal Acne

Synthetic beeswax is created to be identical in structure to beeswax. It possesses the same occlusive and emulsion properties.

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Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Not safe for Fungal Acne

Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 is lipid-based synthetic skin-conditioning agent. As an emollient, it helps soften and hydrate the skin.

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Silica Dimethyl Silylate Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising

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

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Cera Microcristallina Emulsion Stabilising

Not safe for Fungal Acne

Cera Microcristallina isn't fungal acne safe.

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CI 15850 Cosmetic Colorant

1 / 0

Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.

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CI 15985 Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 15985 is a dye made from petroleum. It is synthetically created and approved by the FDA for use in foods and cosmetics.

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CI 19140 Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.

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CI 77499 Cosmetic Colorant

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.

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CI 77891 Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.

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Octyldodecanol, Silica, Synthetic Beeswax, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Cera Microcristallina, CI 15850, CI 15985, CI 19140, CI 77499, CI 77891

Luminous Putty Blush

Phenyl Trimethicone Skin Conditioning

Silicon

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

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Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate

Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate is made up of calcium, aluminum, and silicates. It is a glass-like material. In cosmetics, it comes in the form of flakes or microspheres.

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Microcrystalline Wax Emulsion Stabilising

Not safe for Fungal Acne

Microcrystalline Wax is created by de-oiling petroleum. It is highly refined and purified before being added to cosmetics.

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Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate Absorbent

We don't have a description for Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate.

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Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.

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Synthetic Wax Abrasive, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking

Exfoliant • 2 Concerns

Synthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.

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Silica Abrasive, Absorbent

Exfoliant • 2 Concerns

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Polyisobutene

Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer made from isobutene.

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Silica Dimethyl Silylate Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising

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

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Polyhydroxystearic Acid Emulsifying

Not safe for Fungal Acne

Polyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.

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Phenoxyethanol Preservative

Preservative

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.

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Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate Skin Protecting

We don't have a description for Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate.

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Tin Oxide Abrasive

Exfoliant

Tin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.

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Tocopheryl Acetate Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning

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Vitamin E • Antioxidant • Helps brighten skin

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.

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Caprylyl Glycol Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

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Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Oil • Helps hydrate Dry Skin • Not safe for Fungal Acne

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is derived from the kernels of the argania spinosa tree. You may know it as argan oil.

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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Masking, Skin Conditioning

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

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Glycerin Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

0 / 0

2 Benefits

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

0 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Phenyl Trimethicone, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Microcrystalline Wax, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Synthetic Wax, Silica, Polyisobutene, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Tin Oxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Silica

Abrasive, Absorbent

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Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.

Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.

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Silica Dimethyl Silylate

Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising

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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.

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