Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Essence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash versus Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate .
Last updated on October 17, 2023. Published on September 01, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe mascaras. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Essence Lash Princess Mascara 19 ingredients
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara 35 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Essence Lash Princess Mascara 19 ingredients
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara 35 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Essence Lash Princess Mascara 19 ingredients
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara 35 ingredients
Water • Paraffin • Glyceryl Stearate • Synthetic Beeswax • Stearic Acid • Acacia Senegal Gum • Butylene Glycol • Palmitic Acid • Polybutene • Oryza Sativa Bran Wax • Vp/Eicosene Copolymer • Ozokerite • Aminomethyl Propanol • Tropolone • Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil • Stearyl Stearate • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77499
Water • Paraffin • Synthetic Beeswax • Glyceryl Stearate • Acacia Senegal Gum • Butylene Glycol • Stearic Acid • Palmitic Acid • Polybutene • Oryza Sativa Bran Wax • Ozokerite • Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil • Vp/Eicosene Copolymer • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Tocopherol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Glycerin • Stearyl Stearate • Acetyl Hexapeptide-1 • Trimethylpentanediol/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Disodium EDTA • Myristic Acid • Polyester-11 • Lauric Acid • Oleic Acid • Polysorbate 60 • Disodium Phosphate • Aminomethyl Propanol • Sodium Phosphate • Dextran • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77499 • CI 77491 • CI 77492
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterEssence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 1.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 1.
Paraffin is a solid created from petroleum. The term 'paraffin' can also refer to either petroleum Jelly or mineral oil.
It has natural occlusive properties which can worsen oily skin. Due to its petrolatum base, this ingredient is not fungal-acne safe.
Essence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 2.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 2.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate 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. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateEssence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 3.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 4.
Synthetic 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 BeeswaxEssence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 4.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 3.
Stearic 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 AcidEssence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 5.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 7.
We don't have a description for Acacia Senegal Gum.
Essence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 6.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 5.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Essence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 7.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 6.
Palmitic Acid is a fatty acid found in our skin. In cosmetics, it is usually derived from palm oil. It is a cleanser, emollient, and emulsifier.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate the skin. The emulsifying properties keep ingredients together in a product.
Palmitic Acid may not be fungal-acne safe. It can worsen oily skin and cause breakouts due to its emollient nature.
Learn more about Palmitic AcidEssence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 8.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 8.
Polybutene 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 PolybuteneEssence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 9.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 9.
Oryza Sativa Bran Wax is wax from the outer layer of a rice kernel. It is a byproduct of milling rice, or the operation to produce a whole grain rice product.
Oryza Sativa Bran is moisturizing. This is due to its components of polysaccharides and omega-3 fatty acids.
Essence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 10.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 10.
We don't have a description for Vp/Eicosene Copolymer.
Essence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 11.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 13.
Ozokerite 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 OzokeriteEssence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 12.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 11.
Aminomethyl Propanol is used to adjust the pH of products. It is also used as a base to create other organic compounds. Having a balanced pH is important for protecting your skin.
Aminomethyl propanol is safe to use in cosmetics up to 1%. It is soluble in water.
Essence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 13.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 29.
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is created by adding hydrogen to vegetable oil in order to give it more stability. This process also raises the melting point of vegetable oil. In cosmetics, it is an emollient.
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.
The term "Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil" is an umbrella term and can refer to a variety of vegetable oils and blends of: sunflower oil, soybean oil, olive oil, coconut oil, palm oil, and more.
Due to the differences in vegetables, the benefits may vary.
Learn more about Hydrogenated Vegetable OilEssence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 15.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 12.
Stearyl Stearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Essence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 16.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 18.
Hydroxyethylcellulose is used to improve the texture of products. It is created from a chemical reaction involving ethylene oxide and alkali-cellulose. Cellulose is a sugar found in plant cell walls and help give plants structure.
Hydroxyethylcellulose helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating. It can also help thicken the texture of a product.
This ingredient can also be found in pill medicines to help our bodies digest other ingredients.
Learn more about HydroxyethylcelluloseEssence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 17.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 21.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Essence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 18.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 32.
Ci 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.
Essence Lash Princess Mascara False Lash contains this as ingredient number 19.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara Chocolate contains this as ingredient number 33.
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Essence Lash Princess Mascara 19 ingredients
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara 35 ingredients
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Essence Lash Princess Mascara 19 ingredients
Too Faced Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara 35 ingredients
Reviews
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Essence Lash Princess Mascara 19 ingredients
screamadelica
horrible for me, but good for others
my low rating only reflects how horrible this product was for me, because this mascara works amazing on some...
horrible for me, but good for others
my low rating only reflects how horrible this product was for me, because this mascara works amazing on some people. for me, this mascara unfortunately flaked and smudged right after i put it on. however, on others, it works amazingly well. since this product is so cheap, i recommend buying it and seeing if it works for you. if it doesn’t work out, you won’t feel like you wasted your money since it’s only like $4.
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