Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel - Warm Golden Blonde Versus NYX Cosmetics Thick It Stick It Brow Gel - 01 - Taupe
Updated on May 27, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe eyebrows. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel 25 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Thick It Stick It Brow Gel 27 ingredients
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Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow + Volumising Brow Gel 25 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Thick It Stick It Brow Gel 27 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
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 ConditioningAcrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cellulose
AbsorbentCandelilla Cera
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingGlyceryl Distearate
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Laureth-21
CleansingTristearin
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolybutene
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer, Synthetic Beeswax, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer, Palmitic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Butylene Glycol, Cellulose, Candelilla Cera, Stearic Acid, Aminomethyl Propanol, Glyceryl Distearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Laureth-21, Tristearin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polybutene, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, 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.
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 StearateCellulose is the main component of plant cell walls. It is used as an emulsifier, absorbent, and texture enhancer.
This ingredient has many functions:
Fun fact: Cellulose is the most abundant form of organic polymer on Earth.
Learn more about CellulosePhenoxyethanol 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.
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 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 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 77492Ci 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 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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