Comparison between TheBalm Balm Desert vs. Rare Beauty By Selena Gomez Stay Vulnerable Melting Blush - Nearly Mauve

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20 Ingredients 22

1
Mica
1
Isodecyl Isononanoate
2
Dimethicone
2
Silica
3
Synthetic Wax
3
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
4
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
5
Boron Nitride
5
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
6
Ptfe (Teflon)
6
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
7
Kaolin
7
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
8
Sodium Dehydroacetate
8
Polyethylene
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Uniqueness17 out of 20
85.0%
Uniqueness19 out of 22
86.4%

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
6 out of 20
30%
chemical
7 out of 20
35%
natural
3 out of 22
14%
chemical
12 out of 22
55%

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Components by Skin Type

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Oily skin
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Dry skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
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TheBalm Balm Desert vs. Rare Beauty By Selena Gomez Stay Vulnerable Melting Blush - Nearly Mauve
Position 1

#1Mica

Origin: natural
Role: Colorant
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Mica is a natural mineral used in cosmetics because of its beautiful and shiny appearance. It’s used in powders, highlighters, and other makeup products. It’s absolutely neutral to our skin and will not cause any skin-related problems.

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#1Isodecyl Isononanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 2

#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.

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#2Silica

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Silica is used for improving texture of the product. It helps the product to spread out evenly. Very often it’s used in different exfoliants as an abrasive. It's safe and non-toxic.

Position 3

#3Synthetic Wax

Origin: natural
Role: Antistatic agent, Binding, Emollient, Emulsion stabilizer, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#3C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antimicrobial agent, Emollient
Cleansing
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is mostly used as formulation component. It gives the product a soft and silky but non-greasy feeling. As for the skin benefits, it's an emollient – it makes the skin softer and more hydrated. It also helps to kill bacteria and increase the product’s shelf life.

Position 4

#4Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

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#4Isodecyl Neopentanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
Softening
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 5

#5Boron Nitride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
UV Protection
Anti-aging
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#5Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate

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