Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Lumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara versus Lumene Birch Black Mascara .
Published on June 01, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe mascaras. They have a total of 23 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Lumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara 34 ingredients
Lumene Birch Black Mascara 33 ingredients
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
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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 🎉
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 🎉
Contains Oils
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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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Lumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara 34 ingredients
Lumene Birch Black Mascara 33 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Lumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara 34 ingredients
Lumene Birch Black Mascara 33 ingredients
Water • Cera Alba • Euphorbia Cerifera Cera • Polyester-5 • Cetyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Palmitic Acid • Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer • Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Juice • Aminomethyl Propanediol • Caprylyl Glycol • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Glyceryl Dibehenate • Phenoxyethanol • Silica • Ethylhexylglycerin • Propanediol • Xanthan Gum • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Cellulose • Hectorite • Peg-8 • Tocopherol • Ceramide NP • Ceramide AP • Phytosphingosine • Cholesterol • Carbomer • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Ascorbic Acid • Citric Acid • Ceramide EOP • CI 77499
Water • Polyester-5 • Stearic Acid • Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer • Cera Alba • Cetyl Alcohol • Triethanolamine • Charcoal Powder • Euphorbia Cerifera Cera • Octyldodecanol • Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Caprylyl Glycol • Glyceryl Dibehenate • Betula Alba Juice • Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Xanthan Gum • Cellulose • Hectorite • Propanediol • Peg-8 • Disodium EDTA • Tocopherol • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Citric Acid • Ascorbic Acid • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • CI 77007 • CI 77499
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 1.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cera alba is beeswax, or the wax used by bees to make honeycombs. It is a texture-enhancer and emollient. A study from 2003 found beeswax to be a stronger emollient than ingredients such as petroleum jelly.
As an emollient, beeswax helps hydrate the skin by creating a barrier on top. This barrier traps moisture in.
Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating. This helps create consistent texture.
The structure of beeswax is mainly long-chain alcohols and the esters of fatty acids.
There are three types of beeswax: yellow, white, and absolute. Yellow is pure beeswax taken from the honeycomb. White beeswax is created by filtering or bleaching yellow beeswax. Absolute beeswax is created by treating beeswax with alcohol. Beeswax used in cosmetics are purified.
Beeswax has been used throughout history and even in prehistoric times. Some common uses for beeswax still used today are making candles, as a waterproofing agent, and polish for leather.
Learn more about Cera AlbaLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 2.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 5.
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera is AKA as Candelilla wax. It is a natural emollient and helps give products a thick consistency.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia safe.
This wax comes from a shrub native to Mexico. Since it is a plant derived wax, it is considered vegan.
Learn more about Euphorbia Cerifera CeraLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 3.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 9.
We don't have a description for Polyester-5.
Lumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 4.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 2.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Cetyl Alcohol is not related to SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Its main roles are:
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 5.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 6.
Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 6.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 3.
We don't have a description for Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer.
Lumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 8.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 GlycolLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 11.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 13.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax comes from a palm tree native to Brazil. This wax is added to help give a thicker texture. It also helps create a film when applied.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax contains aliphatic esters, diesters of cinnamic acid, myricyl cerotate, and small quantities of cerotic acid and myricyl alcohol.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax has the highest melting point of all natural waxes and low solubility.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax has commonly been used in Brazilian Folk medicine.
Learn more about Copernicia Cerifera WaxLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 12.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 12.
Glyceryl Dibehenate isn't fungal acne safe.
Lumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 13.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 14.
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.
Lumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 14.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 17.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Lumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 16.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 18.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 17.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 22.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 18.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 19.
Disodium 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 EDTALumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 19.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 24.
Cellulose is the main component of plant cell walls. It is used as an emulsifier, absorbent, and texture enhancer.
This ingredient has many functions:
Fun fact: Cellulose is the most abundant form of organic polymer on Earth.
Learn more about CelluloseLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 21.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 20.
We don't have a description for Hectorite.
Lumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 22.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 21.
PEG-8 is a synthetic polymer used as a humectant and solvent.
This ingredient is able to help dissolve active ingredients, including water. This gives it humectant properties.
It is soluble in water. The number '8' stands for the molecular weight of the ingredient.
Learn more about Peg-8Lumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 23.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 23.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 24.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 25.
Ascorbyl Palmitate is created by combining pure Vitamin C and palmitic acid. It is an antioxidant and helps reduce hyperpigmentation.
Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may break down skin cells. Antioxdants help reduce signs of aging.
Ascorbyl Palmitate is a stable version of Vitamin C, meaning it does not disintegrate when exposed to sunlight. However, studies show it does not penetrate skin as well as pure Vitamin C.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Ascorbyl PalmitateLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 30.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 27.
Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C. This form makes up the largest amount of vitamin C found naturally in our skin.
Not only is vitamin C great for your overall health and immune system, it also has plenty of benefits on your skin.
Vitamin C is best used for brightening skin. It improves dark spots, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation. This is because it blocks the process of skin darkening when exposed to UV.
Remember: Vitamin C should not replace sunscreen!
Your skin uses vitamin C to build collagen. Collagen is one key component in having a strong skin barrier and plump skin. Vitamin C also plays a role in regulating collagen, thus making it effective in improving wrinkles and fine lines.
Ascorbic acid shows potent antioxidant activity. As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. These antioxidants also protect skin against UV damage.
The best formulations include Vitamin E and/or ferulic acid. These two ingredients help stabilize and provide a boost in the benefits of ascorbic acid. This is because ascorbic acid becomes unstable when exposed to UV and air. In fact, you can tell your ascorbic acid has oxidized when it turns an orange-yellow color.
Ascorbic acid is generally compatible with other ingredients. However, using ascorbic acid with other active ingredients might cause irritation. Two ingredients: copper ions and benzoyl peroxide, will inactivate ascorbic acid completely.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Foods rich with vitamin C include oranges, strawberries, broccoli, bell peppers, and more. When consuming Vitamin C, your skin receives a portion of the nutrients.
Learn more about Ascorbic AcidLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 31.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 29.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidLumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 32.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 28.
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.
Lumene Blueberry Sensitive Mascara contains this as ingredient number 34.
Lumene Birch Black Mascara contains this as ingredient number 33.
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