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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water versus Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty .

Last updated on October 13, 2023. Published on October 08, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free eyeshadows. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, 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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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 (2)

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (3)

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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

Mica • Talc • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Boron Nitride • Silica • Magnesium Stearate • Magnesium Palmitate • Tridecyl Trimellitate • Nylon-12 • Magnesium Myristate • Dimethicone • Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-1 • Phenyl Trimethicone • Polyisobutene • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Tin Oxide • CI 77499 • CI 77491 • CI 77891 • CI 77742 • CI 77492

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Ethyl Macadamiate • Dimethicone • Talc • Boron Nitride • Magnesium Myristate • Silica • Polybutene • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Nylon-12 • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Lauroyl Lysine • Tin Oxide • Hexylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • O-Cymen-5-Ol • Water • Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • Titanium Dioxide • Mica • Blue 1 Lake • CI 77510 • Chromium Oxide Greens

Ingredients Side-by-side

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

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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: 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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e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 1.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 24.

2
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.

Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.

If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 2.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 4.

3
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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e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 3.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 1.

4
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.

e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 5.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 5.

5
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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e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 6.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 7.

6
What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Nylon-12 is a polymer. It is derived from 12-aminododecanoic acid, an omega-amino fatty acid

According to a manufacturer, it is a talc substitute. Like talc, nylon-12 gives products a satin feel. The manufacturer also claims this ingredients does not block pores and has moderate oil absorption.

This ingredient may not be reef-safe.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 10.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 10.

7
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Magnesium Myristate.

e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 11.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 6.

8
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.

e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 12.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 3.

9
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.

e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 16.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 11.

10
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 17.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 12.

11
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 18.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 20.

12
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.

e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 19.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 14.

13
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.

e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 20.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 22.

14
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 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 77492

e.l.f. cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows Rose Water contains this as ingredient number 24.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Single Nutty contains this as ingredient number 21.

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8% are loved or liked
21% have mixed ratings
54% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet
11% are loved or liked
19% have mixed ratings
59% are disliked or very disliked
11% have no rating yet

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