rhode Pocket Blush Versus Summer Fridays Blush Butter Balm

rhode Pocket Blush Versus Summer Fridays Blush Butter Balm

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Key Ingredients

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Octyldodecanol

Synthetic Wax

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate

Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)

Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2

Kaolin

Silica

Magnesium/Potassium/Silicon/Fluoride/Hydroxide/Oxide

Glycerin

Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5

Caprylyl Glycol

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Glyceryl Caprylate

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate

Aluminum Hydroxide

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Water

Propylene Carbonate

Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

Stearalkonium Hectorite

Ethylhexylglycerin

CI 77891

Iron Oxides

CI 45410

CI 42090

Octyldodecanol, Synthetic Wax, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Kaolin, Silica, Magnesium/Potassium/Silicon/Fluoride/Hydroxide/Oxide, Glycerin, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Caprylate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water, Propylene Carbonate, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 45410, CI 42090

Tridecyl Trimellitate

Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride

Diisostearyl Malate

Polyhydroxystearic Acid

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

C10-18 Triglycerides

Sorbitan Olivate

Polyethylene

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Mangifera Indica Seed Butter

Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Ceramide NP

Tocopherol

Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate

Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil

Silica Silylate

Lecithin

Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate

Isostearic Acid

Glyceryl Behenate

Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate

Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate

Titanium Dioxide

CI 77491

CI 77492

CI 77499

CI 15850

CI 15985

CI 19140

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Octyldodecanol, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride, Silica, Diisostearyl Malate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, C10-18 Triglycerides, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Sorbitan Olivate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Synthetic Wax, Polyethylene, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Ceramide NP, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Propylene Carbonate, Silica Silylate, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Isostearic Acid, Glyceryl Behenate, Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate, Water, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 42090, CI 15850, CI 15985, CI 45410, CI 19140

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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.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (aka MCT Oil) is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping to prevent moisture loss.

Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. One perk of this ingredient is that it is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid.

In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.

While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Just patch test if you have concerns.

Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.

This ingredient is treated as the gold standard fungal acne safe oil. Even though it is coconut derived, the problematic lauric acid is stripped out.

This leaves just caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) acid. These chain lengths actually trend antifungal; a 2020 study found caprylic acid was enough to disrupt Malassezia furfur cell membrane, with a caprylic acid derivative damaging membrane structures at concentrations as low as 0.2%.

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient ester. It comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to skin without being greasy or oily. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.

CI 45410 is a synthetic red-pigment and dye.

It often goes by both Red 28 or Red 27; manufacturers label both ingredients as CI 45410.

This dye is commonly found in makeup because it imparts a vivid color. Some types of this dye change color based on pH level and interaction with moisture:

Your skin has a natural pH of around 4.5 - 5.5.

According to the FDA, CI 45410 is not permitted for use in eye products.

Red 27 is a flourescein dye and commonly used as a fluorescent tracer in medicine.

Octyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol sourced from plant oils like coconut or palm (or made synthetically).

It is:

You'll likely see this in many BHA products because this is the go-to solvent for salicylic acid.

This ingredient is typically used at levels between 2-20%.

Regarding fungal acne: In 2019, this ingredient was tested against multiple Malassezia species (the yeast that causes fungal acne) and showed no growth.

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate is a synthetic emollient and "skin-feel" ingredient that spreads well and leaves a non-sticky finish with high gloss.

In makeup, it also doubles as a pigment-wetting agent for better color payoff.

It's a well-vetted ingredient for safety and does not penetrate into skin due to its large molecule size.

Because it's a long-chain fatty acid ester, this ingredient may not be fungal acne or Malassezia safe.

Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is a plant-derived emulsifier and pigment-dispersing agent with a non-sticky skin feel.

It helps products glide on smoothly and prevents oil and water from separating in a formula, making it suitable for sunscreen and makeup formulations.

The EU inventory of cosmetics has no use restrictions on this ingredient and it is considered well-tolerated.

This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is derived from isostearic acid.

This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.

Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.

Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.

Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.

Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.

Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.

The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.

It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.

In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.

Stearalkonium Hectorite is a clay-derived ingredient used to thicken a product and help create a gel-like texture.

Synthetic Wax is a manufactured hydrocarbon wax. In formulas, it works as an occlusive emollient that helps reduce water loss and improves the spreadability of products.

Research comparing synthetic wax to traditional mineral-derived products found that formulas containing it perform as well for skin hydration.

It is considered non-comedogenic and vegan-friendly.

This ingredient has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.

Synthetic Waxes are straight/branched-chain hydrocarbons with no ester bond or fatty acids. That means there is nothing for the Malassezia yeast to feed on.

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!

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