L'Oreal Voluminous Original Washable Mascara - Blackest Black Versus Maybelline Full ‘N Soft Washable Mascara - Very Black
Updated on November 27, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both mascaras. They have a total of 7 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 harsh alcohols, common allergens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
L'Oreal Voluminous Original Washable Mascara 23 ingredients
Maybelline Full ‘N Soft Washable Mascara 47 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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L'Oreal Voluminous Original Washable Mascara 23 ingredients
Maybelline Full ‘N Soft Washable Mascara 47 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningParaffin
Perfuming
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCera Alba
Emollient
Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG/PPG-17/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Steareth-20
CleansingSilica
Abrasive
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingSodium Polymethacrylate
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Jojoba Oil
Abrasive
Hydrogenated Palm Oil
Emollient
Polyquaternium-10
Disodium EDTA
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
BHT
Antioxidant
Ultramarines
Water, Paraffin, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Cera Alba, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Acacia Senegal Gum, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, PEG/PPG-17/18 Dimethicone, Steareth-20, Silica, Phenethyl Alcohol, Sodium Polymethacrylate, Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil, Hydrogenated Palm Oil, Polyquaternium-10, Disodium EDTA, Tin Oxide, Panthenol, BHT, Ultramarines
Water
Skin ConditioningBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PPG-17
Skin ConditioningCopernicia Cerifera Wax
Paraffin
Perfuming
Nylon-12
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Vp/Eicosene Copolymer
Triethanolamine
BufferingPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingSilica
Abrasive
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
HumectantIsoceteth-20
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingDiazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Simethicone
Emollient
Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
BHT
Antioxidant
Lecithin
EmollientIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Butylparaben
Masking
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
CleansingOleamide
2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol
Skin ConditioningPropylparaben
Preservative
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77289
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Beeswax, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glyceryl Stearate, PPG-17, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Paraffin, Nylon-12, Polyethylene, Butylene Glycol, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Stearic Acid, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Triethanolamine, Palmitic Acid, Pvp, Silica, Synthetic Wax, Panthenol, Dimethiconol, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Isoceteth-20, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Diazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Disodium EDTA, Simethicone, Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, BHT, Lecithin, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Butylparaben, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Oleamide, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Propylparaben, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77491, CI 77007, Mica, CI 77891, CI 75470, CI 77288, CI 77289, CI 77510
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 WaterParaffin is a solid created from petroleum. The term 'paraffin' can also refer to either petroleum jelly or mineral oil.
It has natural occlusive properties which can worsen oily skin. Due to its petrolatum base, this ingredient is not fungal-acne safe.
Hydroxyethylcellulose 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 HydroxyethylcelluloseSilica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAPanthenol 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 PanthenolBHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTIngredient Ratings
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L'Oreal Voluminous Original Washable Mascara 23 ingredients
Maybelline Full ‘N Soft Washable Mascara 47 ingredients
Reviews
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L'Oreal Voluminous Original Washable Mascara 23 ingredients
While the colors are great, green or burgundy, it flakes so easily even with primer. Started to feel heavy when I had it on and turns out I’m allergic to formula. Very irritating and it’s exacerbated by the flakiness.
