e.l.f. cosmetics Lock It Down Eyeshadow Primer Versus Too Faced Shadow Insurance 24-Hour Eyeshadow Primer
Updated on June 02, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe eye primers. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Lock It Down Eyeshadow Primer 19 ingredients
Too Faced Shadow Insurance 24-Hour Eyeshadow Primer 41 ingredients
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e.l.f. cosmetics Lock It Down Eyeshadow Primer 19 ingredients
Too Faced Shadow Insurance 24-Hour Eyeshadow Primer 41 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Isododecane
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Linoleic Polyglycerides
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingTriethylhexanoin
MaskingTrihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Vp/Eicosene Copolymer
C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate
EmollientPropylene Carbonate
SolventEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantIsododecane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Mica, Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Linoleic Polyglycerides, Dimethicone, Synthetic Wax, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Triethylhexanoin, Trihydroxystearin, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate, Propylene Carbonate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491
Isododecane
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentTrihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene
Dimethicone
Emollient
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Terminalia Arjuna Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Germ Extract
EmollientOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Propylene Carbonate
SolventPEG-40 Stearate
Emulsifying
Oleic Acid
Emollient
Lecithin
EmollientSynthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Water
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Citronellol
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
BHT
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantIsododecane, Silica, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Trihydroxystearin, Polyethylene, Triethylhexanoin, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene, Dimethicone, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Oryza Sativa Extract, Terminalia Arjuna Bark Extract, Glycine Soja Oil, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa Germ Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Propylene Carbonate, PEG-40 Stearate, Oleic Acid, Lecithin, Synthetic Beeswax, Water, Parfum, Citronellol, Coumarin, Linalool, Tocopherol, BHT, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, CI 77891, CI 77163, CI 77492, CI 77491, 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.
Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about IsododecaneThis silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about TrimethylsiloxysilicateMica 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 MicaDimethicone 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 DimethiconeDisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteTriethylhexanoin is created from glycerin and 2-ethylhexanoic acid. It is a solvent and emollient.
As a solvent, Triethylhexanoin helps dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
It is also an emollient and helps condition the skin.
Learn more about TriethylhexanoinThis ingredient comes from Hydroxystearic Acid, a fatty acid, and glycerin. It is used to thicken oils.
Due to its fatty acid content, it is a natural emollient.
Creating trihydroxystearin involves using a chemical reaction between hydrogen and castor oil.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about TrihydroxystearinSorbitan Sesquioleate is derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It is an emulsifier and prevents ingredients from separating.
Specifically, this ingredient is a water-in-oil emulsifier, meaning it helps water dissolve into oil.
Some studies suggest this ingredient may cause irritation in some people. If you are unsure, it is best to patch test.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Sorbitan SesquioleateThis ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolCi 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 77891Ci 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 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 77491Ingredient Ratings
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