e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Brow - Taupe Versus Rare Beauty Brow Harmony Shape & Fill Duo - Brown
Updated on October 13, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free eyebrows. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Brow 26 ingredients
Rare Beauty Brow Harmony Shape & Fill Duo 19 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Brow 26 ingredients
Rare Beauty Brow Harmony Shape & Fill Duo 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientCeresin
Emulsion StabilisingMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Quaternium-18 Bentonite
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyisobutene
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientQuartz
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Magnesium Palmitate
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantMethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Alumina
Abrasive
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Silica, Mica, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Synthetic Wax, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Ceresin, Microcrystalline Wax, Quaternium-18 Bentonite, Phenoxyethanol, Polyisobutene, Caprylyl Glycol, Quartz, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Boron Nitride, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Magnesium Palmitate, Magnesium Stearate, Methicone, Dimethicone, Alumina
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Nylon-12
Ethylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningBoron Nitride
AbsorbentLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Calcium Silicate
AbsorbentCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Iron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantIsononyl Isononanoate, Mica, Nylon-12, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Boron Nitride, Lauroyl Lysine, Diisostearyl Malate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Calcium Silicate, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Hexylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Iron Oxides, CI 77891, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is a fatty acid ester.
The fatty acid content of Ethylhexyl Palmitate makes it an emollient. Emollients help soften and hydrate your skin by trapping moisture within.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is also used to help improve the texture of cosmetics. It helps other ingredient dissolve in products and help disperse ingredients more evenly. In fact, it is commonly used to evenly mix sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone and ethylhexyl triazone. It can also help stabilize the fragrances in a product as a fragrance fixative.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate can be used to substitute mineral oil.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateMica 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 MicaPhenoxyethanol 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.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCi 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 77891This ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneBoron 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.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeIngredient Ratings
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