Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel - Cool Grey Versus e.l.f. cosmetics Wow Brow Gel - Brunette
Updated on April 08, 2024
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These products are both reef safe eyebrows. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
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They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel 25 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Wow Brow Gel 21 ingredients
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Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel 25 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Wow Brow Gel 21 ingredients
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Water
Skin ConditioningMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCellulose
AbsorbentMagnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentPEG-100 Stearate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyacrylamide
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Sodium Stearate
CleansingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Calcium Chloride
AstringentAlthaea Officinalis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Mica, Glyceryl Stearate, Pentylene Glycol, Cellulose, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, PEG-100 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Sodium Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Laureth-7, Panthenol, Glycerin, Ceteareth-20, Calcium Chloride, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
C10-13 Isoparaffin
Solvent
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Kaolin
Abrasive
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentPEG-100 Stearate
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
C9-11 Isoparaffin
Solvent
Nylon-66
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polyacrylate-13
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyisobutene
Sodium Glycerophosphate
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Iron Oxides
Water, Alcohol, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, C10-13 Isoparaffin, Glyceryl Stearate, Kaolin, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, PEG-100 Stearate, Mica, C9-11 Isoparaffin, Nylon-66, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyacrylate-13, Phenoxyethanol, Microcrystalline Wax, Polyisobutene, Sodium Glycerophosphate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 20, Iron Oxides
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterMica 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 MicaGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateMagnesium Aluminum Silicate is a type of silica. It comes from naturally occuring minerals such as silicate ores and clay.
Magnesium aluminum silicate is used for enhancing texture and as an absorbent. Due to its large molecular size, it is unable to be absorbed into the skin.
Like other types of silica, this ingredient can be used to thicken a product. As an absorbent, it may be used to absorb extra water or help prevent clumping.
Although “aluminum” in an ingredient name can raise red flags for some consumers, the form and usage context matter significantly. For typical topical applications, there is no substantial evidence of health risks - such as cancer, neurotoxicity, or systemic “aluminum overload.”
Learn more about Magnesium Aluminum SilicatePeg-100 Stearate is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps keep skin soft by trapping moisture in. On the other hand, emulsifiers help prevent oil and water from separating in a product.
PEGS are a hydrophilic polyether compound . There are 100 ethylene oxide monomers in Peg-100 Stearate. Peg-100 Stearate is polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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