Simihaze Beauty Velvet Blur Matte Lipstick Balm - Windburn Versus Pat McGrath Labs MatteTrance Lipstick - Venus in Furs
Updated on October 27, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free lipsticks. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Simihaze Beauty Velvet Blur Matte Lipstick Balm 26 ingredients
Pat McGrath Labs MatteTrance Lipstick 28 ingredients
About this product
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Simihaze Beauty Velvet Blur Matte Lipstick Balm 26 ingredients
Pat McGrath Labs MatteTrance Lipstick 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyethylene
Abrasive
Octyldodecanol
EmollientAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPolysilicone-11
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSynthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Dicalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyethylene, Octyldodecanol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Polysilicone-11, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Synthetic Wax, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Synthetic Beeswax, Dicalcium Phosphate, Hydrated Silica, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Mica, CI 77891, CI 15850, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 42090, CI 19140
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Polybutene
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Dicalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Paraffin
Perfuming
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Squalane
Emollient
Hydrogenated Soybean Oil
Emollient
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Kaolin
Abrasive
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingPropylene Carbonate
SolventNylon-12
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantIsononyl Isononanoate, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Mica, Polybutene, Polyethylene, Dicalcium Phosphate, Paraffin, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Squalane, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Kaolin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Synthetic Wax, Stearic Acid, Microcrystalline Wax, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Nylon-12, CI 77891, CI 15850, CI 42090, CI 19140, Iron Oxides, CI 45410, CI 15985
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglyceridePolyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.
Polyethylene is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidSynthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxDicalcium Phosphate is an exfoliant.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax comes from a palm tree native to Brazil. This wax is added to help give a thicker texture. It also helps create a film when applied.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax contains aliphatic esters, diesters of cinnamic acid, myricyl cerotate, and small quantities of cerotic acid and myricyl alcohol.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax has the highest melting point of all natural waxes and low solubility.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax has commonly been used in Brazilian Folk medicine.
Learn more about Copernicia Cerifera WaxPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateMica 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 MicaCi 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 77891Ci 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 15850Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
CI 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 19140Ingredient Ratings
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