Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer versus Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer .
Last updated on October 27, 2023. Published on February 15, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe eye primers. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer 23 ingredients
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer 37 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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
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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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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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 🎉
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Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer 23 ingredients
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer 37 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer 23 ingredients
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer 37 ingredients
Isododecane • Talc • Mica • C13-14 Alkane • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax • Trihydroxystearin • Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Oleic Polyglycerides • Triethylhexanoin • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Calcium Carbonate • Vp/Eicosene Copolymer • Dimethicone • Propylene Carbonate • Synthetic Beeswax • Peg-40 Stearate • Phenoxyethanol • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Tocopheryl Acetate • CI 77891 • CI 77163 • CI 77499
Isododecane • Mica • Talc • Triethylhexanoin • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Oryza Sativa Extract • Trihydroxystearin • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Dimethicone • Polyethylene • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Alaria Esculenta Extract • Caffeine • Ceramide Ng • Camellia Sinensis Leaf • Tocopheryl Acetate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Propylene Carbonate • Tribehenin • Hexyl Laurate • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Panthenol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Lactic Acid • Tocopherol • Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Peg-10 Phytosterol • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Peg-40 Stearate • Synthetic Beeswax • Phenoxyethanol • BHT • CI 77499 • CI 77163
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Ingredients Explained
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Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about IsododecaneHourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.
Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.
If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.
Learn more about TalcHourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Mica 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 MicaHourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 2.
This silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about TrimethylsiloxysilicateHourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 5.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 5.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteHourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 8.
This ingredient comes from Hydroxystearic Acid, a fatty acid, and glycerin. It is used to thicken oils.
Due to its fatty acid content, it is a natural emollient.
Creating trihydroxystearin involves using a chemical reaction between hydrogen and castor oil.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about TrihydroxystearinHourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 7.
Triethylhexanoin is created from glycerin and 2-ethylhexanoic acid. It is a solvent and emollient.
As a solvent, Triethylhexanoin helps dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
It is also an emollient and helps condition the skin.
Learn more about TriethylhexanoinHourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 10.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Sorbitan Sesquioleate is derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It is an emulsifier and prevents ingredients from separating.
Specifically, this ingredient is a water-in-oil emulsifier, meaning it helps water dissolve into oil.
Some studies suggest this ingredient may cause irritation in some people. If you are unsure, it is best to patch test.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Sorbitan SesquioleateHourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 11.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 11.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 14.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 9.
This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateHourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 15.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 BeeswaxHourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 33.
Peg-40 Stearate is a waxy solid made up of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid. It is an emulsifier and cleanser. Emulsifiers help oils and water mix.
Stearic acid is a a fatty acid. Therefore, Peg-40 stearate may not be fungal-acne safe.
Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 17.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 32.
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.
Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 18.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 34.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateHourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 20.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 18.
This synthetic powder is used to add a pearly/white color in cosmetics.
Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 22.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 37.
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.
Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 23.
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 36.
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Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer 23 ingredients
Pat McGrath Labs IntensifEYES Longwear Eyeshadow Primer 37 ingredients
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Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer 23 ingredients
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