Glossier Boy Brow - Blond Versus e.l.f. cosmetics Wow Brow Gel - Brunette
Updated on January 30, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe eyebrows. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Glossier Boy Brow 35 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Wow Brow Gel 21 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Glossier Boy Brow 35 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Wow Brow Gel 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Propylene Glycol Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
Emollient
Tromethamine
BufferingMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Oleic Acid
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Polybutene
Lecithin
EmollientCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Laurate
Emollient
Sorbitan Laurate
Emulsifying
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Propylene Glycol Laurate
Skin ConditioningPolymethyl Methacrylate
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Beeswax, Butylene Glycol, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Propylene Glycol Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearic Acid, Isostearic Acid, Pvp, Dimethicone, Tromethamine, Mica, Oleic Acid, Silica, Polybutene, Lecithin, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Laurate, Sorbitan Laurate, Soluble Collagen, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Propylene Glycol Laurate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 77510
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
C10-13 Isoparaffin
Solvent
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Kaolin
Abrasive
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentPEG-100 Stearate
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
C9-11 Isoparaffin
Solvent
Nylon-66
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polyacrylate-13
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyisobutene
Sodium Glycerophosphate
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Iron Oxides
Water, Alcohol, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, C10-13 Isoparaffin, Glyceryl Stearate, Kaolin, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, PEG-100 Stearate, Mica, C9-11 Isoparaffin, Nylon-66, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyacrylate-13, Phenoxyethanol, Microcrystalline Wax, Polyisobutene, Sodium Glycerophosphate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 20, Iron Oxides
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 WaterGlyceryl 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 StearateMica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaMagnesium Aluminum Silicate is a type of silica. It comes from naturally occuring minerals such as silicate ores and clay.
Magnesium aluminum silicate is used for enhancing texture and as an absorbent. Due to its large molecular size, it is unable to be absorbed into the skin.
Like other types of silica, this ingredient can be used to thicken a product. As an absorbent, it may be used to absorb extra water or help prevent clumping.
Although “aluminum” in an ingredient name can raise red flags for some consumers, the form and usage context matter significantly. For typical topical applications, there is no substantial evidence of health risks - such as cancer, neurotoxicity, or systemic “aluminum overload.”
Learn more about Magnesium Aluminum SilicatePolysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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.
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Glossier Boy Brow 35 ingredients
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Glossier Boy Brow 35 ingredients
Didn't work for me
This makes me breakout in my eyebrow area. No, it's not folliculitis -- the skin between the hairs develops whiteheads and pustules.
My eyebrows are very faint and I don't have a lot of them. Boybrow didn't really do enough to make them stand out more, but the color does at least last, as minimal as it is.
