Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium versus Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun .
Published on November 17, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both eyeshadows. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette 30 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow 21 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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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
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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette 30 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow 21 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette 30 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow 21 ingredients
Talc • Mica • Zinc Stearate • Dimethicone • Nylon-12 • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Isononyl Isononanoate • Silica • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Caprylyl Glycol • CI 77891 • CI 77492 • Calcium Sodium Borosilicate • Phenyl Trimethicone • Tridecyl Trimellitate • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Tin Oxide • CI 77491 • CI 19140 • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate • Titanium Dioxide • CI 75470 • CI 16035 • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • CI 77742 • CI 77510
Talc • Zinc Stearate • Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate • Isostearyl Neopentanoate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Caprylyl Glycol • Hexylene Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Mica • CI 77891 • CI 77492 • CI 77163 • CI 42090 • CI 75470 • CI 77289 • CI 77288 • CI 77510 • CI 77742 • CI 16035 • CI 77007 • CI 19140
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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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 TalcHuda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 1.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 MicaHuda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 2.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 9.
Zinc Stearate is the metal salt of stearic acid. It is a white solid used to bind, thicken, and lubricate products.
This ingredient is common in powder makeup, where it helps keep the powder together.
Zinc Stearate is hydrophobic and repels water.
Learn more about Zinc StearateHuda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 3.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 10.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 AcetateHuda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 12.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 GlycolHuda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 13.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 6.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 14.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 77492Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 15.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 11.
Ci 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 28.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 21.
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate is created from stearic acid.
It is an emollient and thickens the lipid (oil) portion of a product. Due to its emollient properties, it may not be fungal-acne safe.
Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 34.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 3.
Ci 75470 is a bright-red pigment. It is AKA carmine.
Carmine is derived from insects such as the cochineal beetle. This ingredient has been used as a natural dye for over 2000 years.
Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 42.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 14.
Ci 16035 is a synthetic dark-red dye. This dye is created from an acid called Allura red AC, an azo dye.
Azo dyes need to be purified thoroughly before use. This makes them more stable and longer lasting.
This dye is commonly used in foods, approved by both the FDA and EFSA.
Learn more about CI 16035Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 43.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 19.
This ingredient is used to add a violet color to cosmetics.
It is created by reacting phosphoric acid, ammonium dihydrogen orthophosphate, and manganese dioxide.
Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 83.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 18.
We don't have a description for Ci 77510.
Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette Nude Medium contains this as ingredient number 99.
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow Shade Brun contains this as ingredient number 17.
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Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette 30 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow 21 ingredients
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Huda Beauty Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette 30 ingredients
Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow 21 ingredients
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