Kosas Soulgazer Intensifying Gel Eyeliner - Hypnotize Versus NYX Cosmetics Epic Wear Waterproof Eyeliner Stick - Deepest Brown
Updated on August 27, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free eyeliners. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
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
Kosas Soulgazer Intensifying Gel Eyeliner 17 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Epic Wear Waterproof Eyeliner Stick 30 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Kosas Soulgazer Intensifying Gel Eyeliner 17 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Epic Wear Waterproof Eyeliner Stick 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Silica Silylate
EmollientPolybutene
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantTrimethylsiloxysilicate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Synthetic Wax, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Hydrogenated Polydecene, Mica, Silica Silylate, Polybutene, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Trihydroxystearin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77499, CI 77510
Dimethicone
Emollient
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer
Polyisobutene
Nylon-12
Paraffin
Perfuming
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion Stabilising
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Silica
Abrasive
Alumina
Abrasive
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPolyethylene Terephthalate
Polyurethane-11
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
CI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77000
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77266
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Polyethylene, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, Nylon-12, Paraffin, Cera Microcristallina, Tin Oxide, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Silica, Alumina, Aluminum Hydroxide, Polyethylene Terephthalate, Polyurethane-11, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, CI 75470, CI 77000, CI 77007, CI 77266, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77510, CI 77742, CI 77891, Mica, CI 19140, CI 42090
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 TrimethylsiloxysilicateMica 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 MicaPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateCi 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.
This ingredient is used to impart a blue color. It is not water-soluble.
It goes by two different names: 1. Ferric Ferrocyanide: a synthetic dark blue pigment 2. Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide: a synthetic blue pigment, also called Prussian blue
In the EU, both of these colors must be labeled as 'CI 77510'.
Learn more about CI 77510Ingredient Ratings
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Kosas Soulgazer Intensifying Gel Eyeliner 17 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Epic Wear Waterproof Eyeliner Stick 30 ingredients
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