Espoir Be Glow Stick Shading - 1C Cool Gray Versus Merythod Double Contour Stick - 02 Toffee Brown
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe contours. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Espoir Be Glow Stick Shading 33 ingredients
Merythod Double Contour Stick 29 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Espoir Be Glow Stick Shading 33 ingredients
Merythod Double Contour Stick 29 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Isodecyl Isononanoate
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialEthylhexyl Isononanoate
EmollientMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Polybutene
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Cuprous Oxide
Skin ConditioningChromium Hydroxide Green
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingFerric Chloride
AstringentCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Propylene Carbonate
SolventLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningArginine/Lysine Polypeptide
Skin Conditioning
BHT
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Isodecyl Isononanoate, Silica, Synthetic Wax, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Microcrystalline Wax, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, CI 77891, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Polybutene, Sorbitan Isostearate, Cuprous Oxide, Chromium Hydroxide Green, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Ferric Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Propylene Carbonate, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Water, Arginine/Lysine Polypeptide, BHT, Tocopherol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbic Acid
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientCI 77015
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantVp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingPropylene Carbonate
SolventDiphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
EmollientOzokerite
Emulsion StabilisingSilica
Abrasive
Polybutene
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Alumina
Abrasive
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
BHT
Antioxidant
Triethylhexanoin, CI 77891, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Isononyl Isononanoate, Synthetic Wax, Ceresin, CI 77492, Diisostearyl Malate, CI 77015, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, CI 77499, CI 77491, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Sorbitan Isostearate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Octyldodecanol, Ozokerite, Silica, Polybutene, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Alumina, Dehydroacetic Acid, BHT
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Learn more about SilicaSynthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxCi 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 77891This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglyceridePolybutene is used to help control the viscosity of a product. This just means it helps adjusts the texture.
It is a polymer and does not get absorbed into the skin due to its large size.
Studies found this ingredient did not irritate skin in concentrations below 15%.
Learn more about PolybuteneSorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, Sorbitan Isostearate prevents oils and water from separating.
Due to its isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Sorbitan IsostearateWe don't have a description for Stearalkonium Hectorite yet.
This 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 CarbonateAluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideBHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTIngredient Ratings
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Espoir Be Glow Stick Shading 33 ingredients
Merythod Double Contour Stick 29 ingredients
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