Makeup by Mario Pro Volume Lip Gloss Versus Lawless Forget The Filler Lip Plumping Line Smoothing Gloss
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Polybutene
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Isostearyl Isostearate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate
EmollientHydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dicalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Silica Silylate
EmollientCalcium Sodium Borosilicate
Stearalkonium Bentonite
Gel FormingEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Propylene Carbonate
SolventTribehenin
Emollient
Aluminum Silicate
Abrasive
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Aroma
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Polybutene, Diisostearyl Malate, Synthetic Wax, Isostearyl Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Silica, Silica Silylate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Propylene Carbonate, Tribehenin, Aluminum Silicate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Aroma, Lactic Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Mica, Tin Oxide
Polybutene
Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate
EmollientHydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Isostearyl Isostearate
Emollient
Stearalkonium Bentonite
Gel FormingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientMenthoxypropanediol
Masking
Capsicum Frutescens Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningZingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Aroma
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Nicotinate
Antioxidant
Tribehenin
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Canina Seed Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Lactic Acid
Buffering
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
Polybutene, Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer, Synthetic Beeswax, Isostearyl Isostearate, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Octyldodecanol, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Menthoxypropanediol, Capsicum Frutescens Fruit Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Aroma, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Nicotinate, Tribehenin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Rosa Canina Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tin Oxide, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Phenoxyethanol, Lactic Acid, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891, CI 73360
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aroma refers to an ingredient, or mixture of ingredients, that impart or mask a flavor.
The name is slightly confusing. This is because INCI associates aroma with flavor instead of smell.
Here is the official definition from the The International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary and Handbook:
âAroma is a term for ingredient labeling used to identify that a product contains a material or combination of materials normally added to a cosmetic to produce or to mask a particular flavor.â
INCI shows the only purpose of aroma to be "flavouring".
However, due to regulation differences, some companies may use aroma in place of parfum.
In Canada, this ingredient only has to be listed in concentrations above 1%.
Learn more about AromaThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEthylhexyl Palmitate, also known as octyl palmitate, is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is a fatty acid ester.
The fatty acid content of Ethylhexyl Palmitate makes it an emollient. Emollients help soften and hydrate your skin by trapping moisture within.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is also used to help improve the texture of cosmetics. It helps other ingredient dissolve in products and help disperse ingredients more evenly.
You'll likely find this ingredient in sunscreen, as it is often used to mix UV-blocking ingredients such as avobenzone and ethylhexyl triazone.
It can also help stabilize the fragrances in a product as a fragrance fixative.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate can be used to substitute mineral oil.
Due to its high fatty acid content, it may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateWe don't have a description for Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer yet.
Isostearyl Isostearate comes from Isostearyl Alcohol and Isostearic Acid. It is usually derived from vegetables, such as canola oil.
Isostearyl Isostearate is an emollient and helps soften skin. It can also help thicken a product.
This ingredient isn't fungal acne safe. It can be bad for oily skin.
Learn more about Isostearyl IsostearateLactic Acid is another well-loved alpha hydroxy acid (AHA). It is gentler than glycolic acid but still highly effective.
Its main role is to exfoliate the surface of the skin by loosening the âglueâ that holds dead skin cells together. Shedding those old cells leads to smoother, softer, and more even-toned skin.
Because lactic acid molecules are larger than glycolic acid, they donât penetrate as deeply. This means theyâre less likely to sting or irritate, making it a great choice for beginners or those with sensitive skin.
Like glycolic acid, it can:
Lactic acid also acts as a humectant (like hyaluronic acid). It can draw water into the skin to improve hydration and also plays a role in the skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF) in the form of sodium lactate.
Studies show it can boost ceramide production to strengthen the skin barrier and even help balance the skinâs microbiome.
To get results, choose products with a pH between 3-4.
Lower strengths (5-12%) focus on surface exfoliation; higher strengths (12% and up) can reach deeper in the dermis (deeper, supportive layer) to improve skin texture and firmness over time.
Though it was originally derived from milk, most modern lactic acid used in skincare is vegan. It is made through non-dairy fermentation to create a bio-identical and stable form suitable for all formulations.
When lactic acid shows up near the end of an ingredient list, it usually means the brand added just a tiny amount to adjust the productâs pH.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Lactic acid is truly a gentle multitasker: it exfoliates, hydrates, strengthens, and brightens. It's a great ingredient for giving your skin a smooth, glowing, and healthy look without the harshness of stronger acids.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidPalmitoyl Tripeptide-1 is also known as pal-GHK. It is made up of 3 amino acids and palmitic acid, a fatty acid that helps it absorb into skin more easily.
This peptide is as a signal peptide, meaning it tells the skin to produce more collagen. Collagen is the key protein that helps form the skin's structure and keep it plump, firm, and hydrated.
By boosting collagen production, this ingredient supports a stronger skin barrier and helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
You'll most likely see this ingredient paired with Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 in the well-known Matrixyl 3000 complex. While results from in-house testing should be viewed cautiously, this peptide duo is among the most studied and widely used in modern skincare.
Due to its palmitic acid base, this ingredient may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1Pentaerythrityl 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 HydroxyhydrocinnamatePolybutene is used to help control the viscosity of a product. This just means it helps adjusts the texture.
It is a polymer and does not get absorbed into the skin due to its large size.
Studies found this ingredient did not irritate skin in concentrations below 15%.
Learn more about PolybuteneWe don't have a description for Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate yet.
We don't have a description for Stearalkonium Bentonite yet.
Tin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.
Tin Oxide helps remove translucency in a product, or make it more opaque. Besides adding opacity, tin oxide is used for bulking to add volume.
Tribehenin comes from glycerin and behenic acid.
It is used as an emollient, or moisturizer. Emollients form a thin barrier on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Tribehenin
