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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel Warm Golden Blonde versus Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown .

Last updated on April 07, 2024. Published on October 17, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe eyebrows. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for brightening skin and sensitive skin

Free From

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

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

Eyebrow American Brand United States
Eyebrow American Brand United States

Eyebrow

Eyebrow makeup helps shape the eyebrows or fill in sparse eyebrow spots.

Eyebrow

Eyebrow makeup helps shape the eyebrows or fill in sparse eyebrow spots.

Price

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Starts at $15.00
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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (3)

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Reduces Irritation
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (2)
Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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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.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel Warm Golden Blonde contains this as ingredient number 1.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel Warm Golden Blonde contains this as ingredient number 2.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.

Glyceryl Stearate 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. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.

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Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel Warm Golden Blonde contains this as ingredient number 3.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 6.

4
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel Warm Golden Blonde contains this as ingredient number 8.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 30.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

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Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel Warm Golden Blonde contains this as ingredient number 14.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 13.

6
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel Warm Golden Blonde contains this as ingredient number 20.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 29.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

21% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
58% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet
19% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
53% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel 24 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel 32 ingredients

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