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Mac Cosmetics Lip Pencil - Dervish Versus Laura Mercier Longwear Lip Liner - Plumberry

Updated on October 17, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both lip liners. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.

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Mac Cosmetics Lip Pencil

Lip Liner

American Brand United States

Laura Mercier Longwear Lip Liner

Lip Liner

Brand

Ingredient Info

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Mac Cosmetics Lip Pencil 21 ingredients

Laura Mercier Longwear Lip Liner 15 ingredients

At a glance

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Mac Cosmetics Lip Pencil 21 ingredients

Laura Mercier Longwear Lip Liner 15 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Notable Ingredients

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Lip Pencil

C10-18 Triglycerides Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Not safe for Fungal Acne

C10-18 Triglycerides is a skin conditioning and texture-enhancer.

Mixed Full details ->

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Emollient, Skin Conditioning

3 / 0

Oil • 2 Concerns

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is created by adding hydrogen to vegetable oil in order to give it more stability. This process also raises the melting point of vegetable oil. In cosmetics, it is an emollient.

3 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Masking, Skin Conditioning

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

Mixed Full details ->

Talc Abrasive, Absorbent, Skin Protecting

1 / 0

Exfoliant

Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Synthetic Japan Wax Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising

Not safe for Fungal Acne

Synthetic Japan Wax isn't fungal acne safe.

Unknown Full details ->

Tocopherol Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

0-3 / 0-3

Vitamin E • Antioxidant • 4 Benefits • May cause irritation

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

0-3 Com. / 0-3 Irr.

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Ascorbyl Palmitate Antioxidant, Masking

2 / 0

Vitamin C • Antioxidant • 6 Benefits • Not safe for Fungal Acne

Ascorbyl Palmitate is created by combining pure Vitamin C and palmitic acid. It is an antioxidant and helps reduce hyperpigmentation.

2 Com. / 0 Irr.

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CI 77891 Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.

Disliked Full details ->

CI 77491 Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.

Mixed Full details ->

CI 77492 Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.

Mixed Full details ->

CI 77499 Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.

Mixed Full details ->

CI 77163 Cosmetic Colorant

This synthetic powder is used to add a pearly/white color in cosmetics.

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CI 42090 Cosmetic Colorant

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

Unknown Full details ->

CI 75470 Cosmetic Colorant, Masking

0 / 0

Ci 75470 is a bright-red pigment. It is AKA carmine.

0 Com. / 0 Irr.

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CI 77742 Cosmetic Colorant

This ingredient is used to add a violet color to cosmetics.

Unknown Full details ->

CI 15850 Cosmetic Colorant

1 / 0

Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.

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CI 45380 Cosmetic Colorant

2 / 0

Ci 45380 is a synthetic dye that comes from coal or tar sources. It gives products a reddish color.

2 Com. / 0 Irr.

Unknown Full details ->

CI 45410 Cosmetic Colorant

2 / 0

Ci 45410 is a synthetic red-pigment and dye. It is a flourescein dye and commonly used as a fluorescent tracer in medicine.

2 Com. / 0 Irr.

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CI 73360 Cosmetic Colorant

3 / 0

Ci 73360 is a synthetic red-pink dye.

3 Com. / 0 Irr.

Unknown Full details ->

CI 19140 Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.

Unknown Full details ->

CI 15985 Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 15985 is a dye made from petroleum. It is synthetically created and approved by the FDA for use in foods and cosmetics.

Unknown Full details ->

Longwear Lip Liner

C10-18 Triglycerides Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Not safe for Fungal Acne

C10-18 Triglycerides is a skin conditioning and texture-enhancer.

Mixed Full details ->

Talc Abrasive, Absorbent, Skin Protecting

1 / 0

Exfoliant

1 Com. / 0 Irr.

Very Disliked Full details ->

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Emollient, Skin Conditioning

3 / 0

Oil • 2 Concerns

3 Com. / 0 Irr.

Very Disliked Full details ->

Mica Cosmetic Colorant

May worsen Eczema

Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.

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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Masking, Skin Conditioning

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

Mixed Full details ->

Synthetic Japan Wax Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising

Not safe for Fungal Acne

Synthetic Japan Wax isn't fungal acne safe.

Unknown Full details ->

BHT Antioxidant, Masking

Antioxidant

BHT is a synthetic antioxidant. As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.

Very Disliked Full details ->

Propylparaben Preservative

0 / 0

Preservative • Paraben • 2 Concerns

Propylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben with antifungal and antimicrobial properties.

0 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Methylparaben Preservative

0 / 0

Preservative • Paraben • 2 Concerns

Methylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.

0 Com. / 0 Irr.

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Titanium Dioxide Cosmetic Colorant, UV Absorber, UV Filter

0 / 0

Mineral UV Filter • Non-Reef-Safe

Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.

0 Com. / 0 Irr.

Mixed Full details ->

CI 77491 Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.

Mixed Full details ->

CI 77499 Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.

Mixed Full details ->

CI 77742 Cosmetic Colorant

This ingredient is used to add a violet color to cosmetics.

Unknown Full details ->

CI 15850 Cosmetic Colorant

1 / 0

Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.

Very Disliked Full details ->

CI 19140 Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.

Unknown Full details ->

C10-18 Triglycerides, Talc, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Mica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Synthetic Japan Wax, BHT, Propylparaben, Methylparaben, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77491, CI 77499, CI 77742, CI 15850, CI 19140

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

C10-18 Triglycerides

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Mixed

C10-18 Triglycerides is a skin conditioning and texture-enhancer.

It is created from glycerin and a mixture of C10-18 fatty acids.

This ingredient improves spreadability and helps thicken a product.

According to manufacturers, it usually comes from vegetable-based saturated fatty acids. Common bases for this ingredient are coconut oil, palm kernel oil, or both.

Due to the melting point being close to skin temperature, it is usually used in lip products.

Triglycerides are a main component of fat in the human body.

Learn more about C10-18 Triglycerides

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Very Disliked

Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.

The term "Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil" is an umbrella term and can refer to a variety of vegetable oils and blends of: sunflower oil, soybean oil, olive oil, coconut oil, palm oil, and more.

Due to the differences in vegetables, the benefits may vary.

Learn more about Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking, Skin Conditioning

Mixed

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.

Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.

While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.

Learn more about Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Talc

Abrasive, Absorbent, Skin Protecting

Very Disliked

Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.

If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.

Learn more about Talc

Synthetic Japan Wax

Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising

Synthetic Japan Wax isn't fungal acne safe.

CI 77491

Cosmetic Colorant

Mixed

Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.

Learn more about CI 77491

CI 77499

Cosmetic Colorant

Mixed

Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

CI 77742

Cosmetic Colorant

This ingredient is used to add a violet color to cosmetics.

It is created by reacting phosphoric acid, ammonium dihydrogen orthophosphate, and manganese dioxide.

CI 15850

Cosmetic Colorant