Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sandstone Scandinavia Infinite Summer Bronzer 32 Summer Glow versus Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Bronzer Luminous Bronze Light .
Last updated on October 17, 2023. Published on August 12, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe bronzers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Sandstone Scandinavia Infinite Summer Bronzer 17 ingredients
Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Bronzer 27 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
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 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
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 🎉
At a glance
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Sandstone Scandinavia Infinite Summer Bronzer 17 ingredients
Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Bronzer 27 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Sandstone Scandinavia Infinite Summer Bronzer 17 ingredients
Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Bronzer 27 ingredients
Mica • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Boron Nitride • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Octyldodecanol • Benzoic Acid • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Dehydroacetic Acid • Diamond Powder • Dimethicone • Ethylhexylglycerin • Laureth-7 • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • Phenoxyethanol • Polyacrylamide • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Potassium Sorbate • Silica • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Sorbic Acid • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Tin Oxide • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • CI 77163 • CI 77492 • CI 77891
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
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Ingredients Explained
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Mica 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 MicaSandstone Scandinavia Infinite Summer Bronzer 32 Summer Glow contains this as ingredient number 2.
Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Bronzer Luminous Bronze Light contains this as ingredient number 1.
Boron Nitride is compound consisting of boron and nitrogen. It is used to absorb oil and modify adherence/ slip in products.
This means it is often used in makeup products to help them last longer.
Sandstone Scandinavia Infinite Summer Bronzer 32 Summer Glow contains this as ingredient number 6.
Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Bronzer Luminous Bronze Light contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Sandstone Scandinavia Infinite Summer Bronzer 32 Summer Glow contains this as ingredient number 7.
Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Bronzer Luminous Bronze Light contains this as ingredient number 15.
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.
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.
Learn more about SilicaSandstone Scandinavia Infinite Summer Bronzer 32 Summer Glow contains this as ingredient number 10.
Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Bronzer Luminous Bronze Light contains this as ingredient number 19.
Sorbic Acid is a preservative. It is the most commonly used food preservative in the world.
Sorbic Acid is a natural antibiotic and highly effective at preventing the growth of fungus. It is less effective against bacteria.
Potassium Sorbate, another commonly-used preservative, is the potassium salt of Sorbic Acid.
Sorbic Acid may worsen eczema. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Learn more about Sorbic AcidSandstone Scandinavia Infinite Summer Bronzer 32 Summer Glow contains this as ingredient number 12.
Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Bronzer Luminous Bronze Light contains this as ingredient number 21.
Ci 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 77891Sandstone Scandinavia Infinite Summer Bronzer 32 Summer Glow contains this as ingredient number 13.
Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Bronzer Luminous Bronze Light contains this as ingredient number 27.
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 77492Sandstone Scandinavia Infinite Summer Bronzer 32 Summer Glow contains this as ingredient number 15.
Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Bronzer Luminous Bronze Light contains this as ingredient number 26.
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Sandstone Scandinavia Infinite Summer Bronzer 17 ingredients
Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Bronzer 27 ingredients
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Sandstone Scandinavia Infinite Summer Bronzer 17 ingredients
Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Bronzer 27 ingredients
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