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Clinique Cheek Pop Blush

Common questions

Is Clinique Cheek Pop Blush healthy?

Clinique Cheek Pop Blush scores 42/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a below-average score in Scout's analysis. Clinique Cheek Pop Blush scores 42/100.

How does Clinique Cheek Pop Blush compare to other makeup?

Clinique Cheek Pop Blush ranks #64 of 87 makeup in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Primally Pure Lip Stick SPF 15 Lavender Mint at 100/100.

Which ingredients drive Clinique Cheek Pop Blush's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) — confirmed on label, Phenoxyethanol, Nylon are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Clinique Cheek Pop Blush

42 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 6
Category Makeup
Summary

Clinique Cheek Pop Blush scores 42/100. Contains PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene), a PFAS 'forever chemical,' confirmed on the ingredient label — in a facial blush applied daily. Also contains Phenoxyethanol, Nylon, Dimethicone, colorant concerns, and synthetic fragrance. Powder blush is applied to the cheeks with brushing motions that can aerosolize fine particles for inhalation.

Key ingredients 6

PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) — confirmed on label
Very Bad

PFAS forever chemical listed on the ingredient label. PTFE does not break down in the body or environment. Applied to facial skin daily.

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Phenoxyethanol
Bad

Synthetic preservative that can irritate skin. Applied to facial skin in a daily-use blush.

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Nylon
Bad

Synthetic microplastic polymer that does not biodegrade. Powder application can aerosolize particles for inhalation.

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Dimethicone
Bad

Silicone polymer that creates an occlusive barrier on skin, trapping other chemicals underneath and impeding natural skin function.

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Colorant Concerns
Bad

Certain synthetic colorants in cosmetics may contain trace heavy metals or impurities. Some coal tar-derived dyes are restricted in the EU.

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Synthetic Fragrance
Bad

Undisclosed blend of synthetic chemicals. May contain phthalates, musks, or other endocrine disruptors.

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