Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Maybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black versus L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir .
Last updated on October 16, 2023. Published on February 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both mascaras. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and parabens
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Ingredient Info
Maybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara 31 ingredients
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara 30 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Contains Parabens
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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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
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Contains Parabens
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
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 😥
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Maybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara 31 ingredients
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara 30 ingredients
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Maybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara 31 ingredients
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara 30 ingredients
Petroleum Distillates • C8-9 Isoparaffin • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Cera Alba • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Synthetic Beeswax • Water • Paraffin • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Propylene Carbonate • Oryza Sativa Cera • Polyvinyl Laurate • Sodium Polymethacrylate • Polyquaternium-10 • Methylparaben • Phenoxyethanol • Butylparaben • Isobutylparaben • Ethylparaben • Propylparaben • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • CI 77491 • CI 77007 • CI 77891 • Mica • CI 77742 • CI 75470 • CI 77288 • CI 77289 • CI 77510
Water • Paraffin • Cera Alba • Stearic Acid • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Acacia Seyal Gum • Palmitic Acid • Triethanolamine • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Aminomethyl Propanediol • Peg-40 Stearate • Sodium Polymethacrylate • Methylparaben • Propylparaben • Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil • Hydrogenated Palm Oil • Simethicone • BHT • Polyquaternium-10 • Panthenol • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • CI 77491 • Ultramarines • Chromium Oxide Greens • Chromium Hydroxide Green • Mica • Titanium Dioxide • CI 75470 • Sodium Ferrocyanide
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 AlbaMaybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 4.
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 WaxMaybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 5.
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 WaterMaybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 7.
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir contains this as ingredient number 1.
Paraffin 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.
Maybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 8.
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir contains this as ingredient number 2.
We don't have a description for Sodium Polymethacrylate.
Maybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 13.
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir contains this as ingredient number 12.
Polyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.
For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.
Learn more about Polyquaternium-10Maybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 14.
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir contains this as ingredient number 19.
Methylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenMaybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 15.
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir contains this as ingredient number 13.
Propylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben with antifungal and antimicrobial properties.
This ingredient can be naturally found in plants and insects, but most of it is synthetically manufactured for human use. In cosmetics, it is usually created by reacting para-aminobenzoic acid and propanol (an alcohol).
You can usually find this ingredient in water-based products.
Parabens have come under controversy due to the claim they are hormone disruptors. Studies show conflicting results. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Propylparaben is commonly found in food, medicine, and cosmetics.
Learn more about PropylparabenMaybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 20.
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir contains this as ingredient number 14.
Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Maybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 21.
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir contains this as ingredient number 21.
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.
Maybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 22.
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir contains this as ingredient number 22.
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Maybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 23.
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir contains this as ingredient number 23.
Mica 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 MicaMaybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 26.
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir contains this as ingredient number 27.
Ci 75470 is a bright-red pigment. It is AKA carmine.
Carmine is derived from insects such as the cochineal beetle. This ingredient has been used as a natural dye for over 2000 years.
Maybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 28.
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara Black Noir contains this as ingredient number 29.
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Maybelline Lash Discovery Waterproof Mascara 31 ingredients
L'Oreal Telescopic Original Mascara 30 ingredients
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