e.l.f. cosmetics Waterproof Eyeliner Pen - Black Versus Wet n Wild Megaliner Liquid Eyeliner - Black
Updated on March 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free eyeliners. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Waterproof Eyeliner Pen 19 ingredients
Wet n Wild Megaliner Liquid Eyeliner 36 ingredients
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e.l.f. cosmetics Waterproof Eyeliner Pen 19 ingredients
Wet n Wild Megaliner Liquid Eyeliner 36 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningStyrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
CI 77266
Iron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77289
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Polysorbate 20, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Xanthan Gum, Benzyl Alcohol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, CI 77266, Iron Oxides, CI 77891, CI 77742, CI 77007, CI 77289, CI 19140, CI 77510, CI 42090, CI 16035
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingSteareth-2
EmulsifyingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Steareth-21
CleansingSodium Polymethacrylate
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Laureth-21
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Arginine
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Simethicone
Emollient
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Citrate
BufferingCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Acrylates Copolymer
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningMicrocrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentIron Oxides
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantUltramarines
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77266
CI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantChromium Oxide Greens
CI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Propylene Glycol, Pvp, Steareth-2, Stearic Acid, Steareth-21, Sodium Polymethacrylate, Glyceryl Stearate, Laureth-21, Phenoxyethanol, Arginine, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Simethicone, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Cellulose Gum, Chlorphenesin, Acrylates Copolymer, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Iron Oxides, CI 77492, CI 77499, Ultramarines, Titanium Dioxide, Mica, CI 77266, CI 75470, Chromium Oxide Greens, CI 77510
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 WaterPeg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumWe don't have a description for CI 77266 yet.
This 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.
This ingredient is used to impart a blue color. It is not water-soluble.
It goes by two different names: 1. Ferric Ferrocyanide: a synthetic dark blue pigment 2. Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide: a synthetic blue pigment, also called Prussian blue
In the EU, both of these colors must be labeled as 'CI 77510'.
Learn more about CI 77510Ingredient Ratings
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