e.l.f. cosmetics Volume Plumping Mascara - Black Versus Sephora Collection Size Up Volumizing Mascara
Updated on October 13, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe mascaras. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Volume Plumping Mascara 23 ingredients
Sephora Collection Size Up Volumizing Mascara 24 ingredients
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e.l.f. cosmetics Volume Plumping Mascara 23 ingredients
Sephora Collection Size Up Volumizing Mascara 24 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningStyrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
CI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantTriethanolamine
BufferingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Triacontanyl Pvp
HumectantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
CI 77266
Iron Oxides
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Synthetic Beeswax, Pvp, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ozokerite, Stearic Acid, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Propylene Glycol, CI 77120, Triethanolamine, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Triacontanyl Pvp, Panthenol, Benzyl Alcohol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, CI 77266, Iron Oxides, CI 77492, CI 77499
Water
Skin ConditioningCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantParaffin
Perfuming
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Bran Wax
Skin Conditioning
Polybutene
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Vp/Eicosene Copolymer
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingHydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Stearyl Stearate
Emollient
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCellulose
AbsorbentSodium Nitrate
SoothingSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Silica
Abrasive
Glyoxal
Antimicrobial
Water, CI 77499, Paraffin, Glyceryl Stearate, Synthetic Beeswax, Stearic Acid, Acacia Senegal Gum, Butylene Glycol, Palmitic Acid, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Polybutene, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Ozokerite, Aminomethyl Propanol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Stearyl Stearate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Cellulose, Sodium Nitrate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Silica, Glyoxal
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 WaterSynthetic beeswax is created to be identical in structure to beeswax. It possesses the same occlusive and emulsion properties.
A blend of fatty acid esters, fatty acids, and alcohols are used to create synthetic beeswax. Whether or not this ingredient is vegan depends on the source. Sometimes, lanolin is used for its creation.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic BeeswaxOzokerite is a naturally occuring mineral wax. In cosmetics, ozokerite is used as a texture enhancer.
Ceresin wax is derived from this ingredient.
The melting point of ozokerite is 58-100 C.
Ozokerite is found all over the world including Scotland, the US, and India.
Learn more about OzokeriteStearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateCi 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.
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