Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base versus Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer .
Last updated on October 26, 2023. Published on November 30, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe eye primers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Eye Primer
Eye primers help make eye makeup last longer.
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Eye primers help make eye makeup last longer.
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Ingredient Info
Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base 29 ingredients
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer 22 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:
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 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base 29 ingredients
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer 22 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base 29 ingredients
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer 22 ingredients
Dimethicone • Isododecane • Talc • Dimethicone Silylate • Trihydroxystearin • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Kaolin • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Polyethylene • Trioctyldodecyl Citrate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Lecithin • Bisabolol • Triethylhexanoin • Silica • Alumina • Propylene Carbonate • Ethylene Oxide • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Caprylyl Glycol • Stearic Acid • Glycyrrhetinic Acid • Peg-40 Stearate • Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Mica • CI 77891 • CI 77499 • CI 77163
Cyclopentasiloxane • Talc • Isododecane • Cyclohexasiloxane • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer • Polyisobutene • Trihydroxystearin • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Propylene Carbonate • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Beeswax • Peg-40 Stearate • Caprylyl Glycol • Dimethicone • Ethylhexylglycerin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Methicone • CI 77015 • CI 77891 • CI 77491
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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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.
Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base contains this as ingredient number 1.
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 IsododecaneMac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base contains this as ingredient number 2.
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 TalcMac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base contains this as ingredient number 3.
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 TrihydroxystearinMac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base contains this as ingredient number 5.
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 HectoriteMac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base contains this as ingredient number 6.
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 CarbonateMac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base contains this as ingredient number 17.
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 SesquioleateMac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base contains this as ingredient number 19.
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 GlycolMac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base contains this as ingredient number 20.
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 15.
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.
Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base contains this as ingredient number 23.
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 77891Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base contains this as ingredient number 27.
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer contains this as ingredient number 21.
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Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base 29 ingredients
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer 22 ingredients
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Mac Cosmetics Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base 29 ingredients
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Eye Primer 22 ingredients
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