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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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Bronzer

A liquid, cream, or powder used to help give a 'sun-kissed' color to the face.

Bronzer

A liquid, cream, or powder used to help give a 'sun-kissed' color to the face.

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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

Exfoliators (2)

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Rosacea
Eczema (4)
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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Sandstone 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.

2
What it does: Absorbent, Skin Conditioning

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.

3
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.

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.

4
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Sandstone 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.

5
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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Sandstone 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.

6
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Sandstone 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.

7
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.

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Sandstone 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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18% have mixed ratings
59% are disliked or very disliked
18% have no rating yet
7% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
74% are disliked or very disliked
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