Wet n Wild Color Icon Blush - Mellow Wine Versus e.l.f. cosmetics Primer-Infused Blush - Always Cheeky
Updated on January 10, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe blushes. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Wet n Wild Color Icon Blush 15 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Primer-Infused Blush 21 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Wet n Wild Color Icon Blush 15 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Primer-Infused Blush 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Magnesium Myristate
Silica
Abrasive
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
Skin ProtectingTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Octyldodecanol
EmollientButylene/Ethylene Copolymer
Talc, Magnesium Myristate, Silica, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lauroyl Lysine, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Octyldodecanol, Butylene/Ethylene Copolymer
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantBoron Nitride
AbsorbentDimethicone
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Bambusa Arundinacea Juice
Abrasive
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantMica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Magnesium Stearate, Boron Nitride, Dimethicone, Silica, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Bambusa Arundinacea Juice, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 16035, CI 77742
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 type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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 SilicaThis oil comes from the seeds of the desert shrub called Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil, a non-comedogenic oil.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient.
It also contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and protects your skin against oxidative damage.
This ingredient humectant properties, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some strains of bacteria.
Studies also show it helps in wound healing. In fact, Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Fun fact: Jojoba oil similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. It is also promising with helping to regulate sebum production.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteIngredient Ratings
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