Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of theBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert versus L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer Light .
Last updated on February 06, 2024. Published on March 19, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both bronzers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
theBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert 18 ingredients
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer 27 ingredients
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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not 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:
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Contains Parabens
Ingredients in this product that are types of parabens:
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
At a glance
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theBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert 18 ingredients
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer 27 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
theBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert 18 ingredients
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer 27 ingredients
Mica • Dimethicone • Synthetic Wax • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Boron Nitride • Ptfe • Kaolin • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Isoeicosane • Polyethylene • Silica • Hydrogenated Lecithin • CI 77891 • CI 77163 • CI 77492 • CI 75470 • CI 77742 • CI 15850
Talc • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Silica • Nylon-12 • Magnesium Stearate • Boron Nitride • Dimethicone • Isostearyl Alcohol • Calcium Sodium Borosilicate • Paraffinum Liquidum • Methylparaben • Ethylparaben • Paraffin • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Sorbitan Isostearate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Cera Microcristallina • Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer • Serica Powder • Tin Oxide • Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • CI 77891 • CI 77742 • CI 77007
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
theBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert contains this as ingredient number 2.
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer Light contains this as ingredient number 7.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
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 TriglyceridetheBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert contains this as ingredient number 4.
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer Light contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
theBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert contains this as ingredient number 5.
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer Light contains this as ingredient number 6.
This ingredient is a preservative with antimicrobial properties. It is the sodium salt of dehydroacetic acid.
It is especially effective at preventing bacterial and fungal growth in low concentrations.
theBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert contains this as ingredient number 8.
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer Light contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 SilicatheBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert contains this as ingredient number 11.
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer Light contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 77891theBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert contains this as ingredient number 13.
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer Light contains this as ingredient number 25.
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 77492theBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert contains this as ingredient number 15.
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer Light contains this as ingredient number 23.
This ingredient is used to add a violet color to cosmetics.
It is created by reacting phosphoric acid, ammonium dihydrogen orthophosphate, and manganese dioxide.
theBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert contains this as ingredient number 17.
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer Light contains this as ingredient number 26.
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theBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert 18 ingredients
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer 27 ingredients
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theBalm Cosmetics Balm Desert 18 ingredients
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer 27 ingredients
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