Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Fenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm Black versus af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara Black .
Last updated on October 15, 2023. Published on March 30, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe mascaras. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening 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
Fenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara 25 ingredients
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara 41 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 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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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 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Fenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara 25 ingredients
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara 41 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Fenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara 25 ingredients
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara 41 ingredients
Water • Cera Alba • Paraffin • Glyceryl Stearate • Oryza Sativa Cera • Butylene Glycol • Palmitic Acid • Acacia Senegal Gum • Polybutene • Vp/Eicosene Copolymer • Aminomethyl Propanol • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Stearic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Potassium Sorbate • Hydrolyzed Pea Protein • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein • Ethylhexylglycerin • Polyester-4 • Sodium Benzoate • Disodium Phosphate • Sodium Phosphate • Tocopherol • CI 77499
Water • CI 77492 • Synthetic Beeswax • Pvp • Palmitic Acid • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Microcrystalline Wax • Butylene Glycol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Ricinus Communis Seed Oil • Aminomethyl Propanediol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Polyurethane-35 • Cellulose • Phenoxyethanol • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Vegetable Oil • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Caprylyl Glycol • Acacia Senegal Gum • Arginine • Xanthan Gum • Algin • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hexylene Glycol • Myristic Acid • Stearic Acid • Tocopherol • Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract • Lauric Acid • Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein • Triticum Vulgare Starch • Sodium Acetate • Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract • Isopropyl Alcohol • Panthenol • Benzyl Alcohol • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterFenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm Black contains this as ingredient number 1.
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara Black contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Fenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm Black contains this as ingredient number 6.
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara Black contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 AcidFenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm Black contains this as ingredient number 7.
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara Black contains this as ingredient number 5.
We don't have a description for Acacia Senegal Gum.
Fenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm Black contains this as ingredient number 8.
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara Black contains this as ingredient number 22.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax comes from a palm tree native to Brazil. This wax is added to help give a thicker texture. It also helps create a film when applied.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax contains aliphatic esters, diesters of cinnamic acid, myricyl cerotate, and small quantities of cerotic acid and myricyl alcohol.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax has the highest melting point of all natural waxes and low solubility.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax has commonly been used in Brazilian Folk medicine.
Learn more about Copernicia Cerifera WaxFenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm Black contains this as ingredient number 12.
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara Black contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 AcidFenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm Black contains this as ingredient number 13.
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara Black contains this as ingredient number 29.
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.
Fenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm Black contains this as ingredient number 14.
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara Black contains this as ingredient number 17.
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 HydroxyethylcelluloseFenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm Black contains this as ingredient number 15.
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara Black contains this as ingredient number 20.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateFenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm Black contains this as ingredient number 16.
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara Black contains this as ingredient number 40.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Fenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm Black contains this as ingredient number 19.
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara Black contains this as ingredient number 26.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateFenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm Black contains this as ingredient number 21.
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara Black contains this as ingredient number 41.
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 TocopherolFenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm Black contains this as ingredient number 24.
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara Black contains this as ingredient number 30.
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Fenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara 25 ingredients
af94 Push to Start Volumizing Mascara 41 ingredients
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