H&M (Hennes & Mauritz) Tinted Eyebrow Mascara - Medium Versus Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade - Brown Black
Updated on October 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe eyebrows. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
H&M (Hennes & Mauritz) Tinted Eyebrow Mascara 35 ingredients
Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade 33 ingredients
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H&M (Hennes & Mauritz) Tinted Eyebrow Mascara 35 ingredients
Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade 33 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingCopernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Polybutene
Silica
Abrasive
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentPolyamide-8
EmollientPvp
Emulsion StabilisingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Tromethamine
BufferingHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
Emollient
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG-100 Stearate
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMyristic Acid
Cleansing
Arachidic Acid
Cleansing
Lauric Acid
Cleansing
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Synthetic Beeswax, Butylene Glycol, Palmitic Acid, Acacia Senegal Gum, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Polybutene, Silica, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Polyamide-8, Pvp, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Tromethamine, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Dimethicone, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-100 Stearate, Ceramide AP, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Myristic Acid, Arachidic Acid, Lauric Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Isopropyl Alcohol, CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491
Water
Skin ConditioningMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Polyisobutene
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Polyacrylate-21
Kaolin
Abrasive
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Oleic Acid
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cellulose
AbsorbentChloroxylenol
Antimicrobial
Trideceth-6 Phosphate
EmulsifyingHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingDimethicone
Emollient
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningMyristic Acid
Cleansing
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientQuartz
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Mica, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Polyisobutene, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyacrylate-21, Kaolin, Palmitic Acid, Oleic Acid, Stearic Acid, Synthetic Beeswax, Panthenol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Cellulose, Chloroxylenol, Trideceth-6 Phosphate, Hexylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Lauroyl Lysine, Myristic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dipropylene Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Glyceryl Caprylate, Quartz, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
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 WaterSynthetic 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 BeeswaxButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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.
Learn more about Palmitic AcidCopernicia 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 WaxStearic 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 AcidGlyceryl 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 StearateHydroxyethylcellulose 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.
This ingredient 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 HydroxyethylcelluloseDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPhenoxyethanol 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.
Caprylyl 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 GlycolMyristic Acid is a saturated fatty acid. It is naturally found in milk fat. Other sources include palm oil, coconut oil, and butter fat.
Myristic Acid is an emulsifer and cleanser. As an emulsifer, it stabilizes a product by preventing ingredients from separating. Myristic Acid helps clean your skin by acting as a surfactant. It tends to gather oil and dirt on your skin to be easily rinsed away.
One study from 2021 found Myristic Acid to have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Myristic AcidCi 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.
Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ingredient Ratings
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