Comparison between Elf Cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter vs. Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer

Find out which product is better for your skin.

36 Ingredients 34

1
Water
1
Water
2
Hydrogenated Didecene
2
Dimethicone
3
Squalane
3
Hydrogenated Polydecene
4
Propylene Glycol
4
Propanediol
5
Glycerin
5
Butylene Glycol
6
Octyldodecanol
6
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
7
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
7
Glycerin
8
Dimethicone
8
Disteardimonium Hectorite
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Uniqueness27 out of 36
75.0%
Uniqueness25 out of 34
73.5%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
9 out of 36
25%
chemical
20 out of 36
56%
natural
7 out of 34
21%
chemical
21 out of 34
62%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Propylene Glycol#4Glycerin#5Sodium Hyaluronate#23Tocopherol#25
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Calendula Officinalis (Pot Marigold) Flower Extract#30
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Titanium Dioxide#32
Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#5Glycerin#7Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract#13Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract#14Tocopherol#16
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Elf Cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter vs. Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2

#2Hydrogenated Didecene

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#2Dimethicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.

Position 3

#3Squalane

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Squalane is a more stable equivalent of Squalene. It is a very important component of our skin. It’s a major part of natural sebum that forms a protection barrier on the skin's surface. If the barrier isn’t strong enough, your skin will become more sensitive. Squalane helps to keep skin hydrated, protects it from the negative impact of the environment, lowers irritation, stimulates regeneration, and removes dryness. It is accepted by our skin very well and will not cause allergic reactions.

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#3Hydrogenated Polydecene

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Solvent
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 4

#4Propylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Propylene Glycol is a useful componet with many positive effects. It’s a very good moisturizer. It helps to deliver ingredients into deeper layers of the skin. It creates a protective layer on the skin preventing water loss. The component is researched very well and doesn’t have notable side effects. It’s used even for making food.

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#4Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

Position 5

#5Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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#5Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

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