Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz - Ebony Versus Merit Beauty Brow 1990 Sheer Gel Pencil - Brown Black
Updated on January 09, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe eyebrows. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz 14 ingredients
Merit Beauty Brow 1990 Sheer Gel Pencil 20 ingredients
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Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz 14 ingredients
Merit Beauty Brow 1990 Sheer Gel Pencil 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Polybutene
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sorbitan Tristearate
EmulsifyingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Mica, Synthetic Wax, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Zinc Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polybutene, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Tristearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides isn't fungal acne safe.
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.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaHydrogenated 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.
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 OilZinc Stearate is the metal salt of stearic acid. It is a white solid used to bind, thicken, and lubricate products.
This ingredient is common in powder makeup, where it helps keep the powder together.
Zinc Stearate is hydrophobic and repels water.
Learn more about Zinc StearateCopernicia Cerifera Wax comes from a palm tree native to Brazil. This wax is added to help give a thicker texture. It also helps create a film when applied.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax contains aliphatic esters, diesters of cinnamic acid, myricyl cerotate, and small quantities of cerotic acid and myricyl alcohol.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax has the highest melting point of all natural waxes and low solubility.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax has commonly been used in Brazilian Folk medicine.
Learn more about Copernicia Cerifera WaxThis ingredient is a form of glycerin with emulsifying and emollient properties.
As an emulsifier, this ingredient helps keep products together while adding a thick texture. The manufacturer states this ingredient has emollient properties. Emollients help keep the skin hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is created by reacting diglycerin and isostearic acid. Due to the isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateCi 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Ingredient Ratings
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