Haus Labs By Lady Gaga Clear Cut Liquid Eyeliner - Black Onyx Versus NYX Cosmetics Epic Ink Liner Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner - Black
Updated on September 16, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe eyeliners. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
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 silicones
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Ingredient Info
Haus Labs By Lady Gaga Clear Cut Liquid Eyeliner 15 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Epic Ink Liner Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner 17 ingredients
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What's inside (and what isn't)
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Haus Labs By Lady Gaga Clear Cut Liquid Eyeliner 15 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Epic Ink Liner Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Water
Skin ConditioningCharcoal Powder
Abrasive
Ammonium Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Campsis Grandiflora Flower Extract
Antioxidant
Eclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantIodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Water, Charcoal Powder, Ammonium Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Campsis Grandiflora Flower Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Panthenol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer
Laureth-21
CleansingAcrylates/Dimethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
C11-15 Pareth-7
EmulsifyingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Sodium Laureth-12 Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Ammonium Acrylates Copolymer
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77266
Water, Propylene Glycol, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer, Laureth-21, Acrylates/Dimethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, C11-15 Pareth-7, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Laureth-12 Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Ammonium Acrylates Copolymer, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77266
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCaprylyl 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 GlycolWater. 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!
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Haus Labs By Lady Gaga Clear Cut Liquid Eyeliner 15 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Epic Ink Liner Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner 17 ingredients
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