e.l.f. cosmetics Clear Brow & Lash Mascara - Crystal Versus NYX Cosmetics Control Freak Eyebrow Gel - Clear
Updated on October 25, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and fungal acne (malassezia) safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain parabens
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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Clear Brow & Lash Mascara 8 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Control Freak Eyebrow Gel 9 ingredients
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e.l.f. cosmetics Clear Brow & Lash Mascara 8 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Control Freak Eyebrow Gel 9 ingredients
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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.
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 WaterMethylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenIngredient Ratings
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e.l.f. cosmetics Clear Brow & Lash Mascara 8 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Control Freak Eyebrow Gel 9 ingredients
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