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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette versus Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette .

Last updated on November 09, 2023. Published on December 14, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe eyeshadows. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Eyeshadow American Brand United States
Eyeshadow American Brand United States

Eyeshadow

Eyeshadow is primarily used to color the eyelid and eye area.

Eyeshadow

Eyeshadow is primarily used to color the eyelid and eye area.

Price

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Starts at $14.00
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Starts at $54.00

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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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (3)

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (4)

Benefits

Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting

Concerns

Rosacea (2)
Eczema (4)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Dimethicone • Calcium Sodium Borosilicate • Magnesium Myristate • Lauroyl Lysine • Silica • Boron Nitride • Dimethiconol • Phenoxyethanol • Tin Oxide • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hexylene Glycol • CI 75470 • CI 77491 • CI 77742 • CI 77015 • CI 77891 • Zinc Stearate • Talc • Magnesium Stearate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Blue 1 Lake • CI 77499 • CI 16035 • CI 77007 • Silicon/Titanium/Cerium/Iron Oxides • Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate • CI 42090 • Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate • Sodium Ferrocyanide

Zinc Stearate • Lauroyl Lysine • Silica • Dimethicone • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Theobroma Cacao Fruit Powder • Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Aluminum Dimyristate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Parfum • Sorbic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Dehydroacetate • CI 77891 • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • CI 75470 • CI 77742 • Calcium Sodium Borosilicate • Tin Oxide • Mica • CI 77510 • Oryza Sativa Extract • Diisostearyl Malate • Magnesium Myristate • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Boron Nitride • CI 77400 • CI 19140 • Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate • Magnesium Stearate • CI 77163 • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Kaolin

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:
Community Rating: Mixed

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.

It is considered non-irritating on the skin.

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Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 1.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 179.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 2.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 4.

We don't have a description for Calcium Sodium Borosilicate.

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 3.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 24.

4
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Magnesium Myristate.

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 4.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 46.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

This ingredient comes from a fatty acid (lauric acid) and amino acid (lysine). It is used to add a silky feel to cosmetics.

According to a manufacturer, its fatty acid base leaves a silky feeling on the skin. It also has emollient properties because of this. Emollients help soften skin by preventing water from evaporating.

Lauroyl lysine is barely soluble in water.

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Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 5.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 2.

6
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.

Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.

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Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 6.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 3.

7
What it does: Absorbent, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Boron Nitride is compound consisting of boron and nitrogen. It is used to absorb oil and modify adherence/ slip in products.

This means it is often used in makeup products to help them last longer.

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 7.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 48.

8
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.

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 9.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 12.

9
What it does: Abrasive
Community Rating: Disliked

Tin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.

Tin Oxide helps remove translucency in a product, or make it more opaque. Besides adding opacity, tin oxide is used for bulking to add volume.

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 10.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 26.

10
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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

Carmine is derived from insects such as the cochineal beetle. This ingredient has been used as a natural dye for over 2000 years.

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 14.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 18.

11
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: 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

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 15.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 15.

12
What it does: 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.

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 16.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 19.

13
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

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 77891

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 18.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 14.

14
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

Zinc 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 Stearate

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 19.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 1.

15
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, Moisturising
Community Rating: Disliked

Magnesium Stearate is a salt that is 2 parts stearic acid and 1 part magnesium.

It is a white powder that can be used to add bulk and color to products by binding to oil ingredients.

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 24.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 128.

16
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: 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

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 26.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 5.

17
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: 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.

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 34.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 17.

Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate is made up of calcium, aluminum, and silicates. It is a glass-like material. In cosmetics, it comes in the form of flakes or microspheres.

Calcium aluminum borosilicate is a bulking agent, meaning it helps thicken a product.

This ingredient is created by slowly mixing several minerals, including kaolin clay.

Learn more about Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate

Colourpop All Amethyst Shadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 79.

Too Faced Better Than Chocolate Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 80.

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6% are loved or liked
16% have mixed ratings
52% are disliked or very disliked
26% have no rating yet
9% are loved or liked
20% have mixed ratings
46% are disliked or very disliked
26% have no rating yet

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