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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black versus Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black .

Last updated on October 15, 2023. Published on May 08, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe mascaras. They have a total of 19 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or silicones

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols and fragrances

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Mascara American Brand United States
Mascara American Brand United States

Mascara

Mascara is used to elongate, darken, or define the eyelashes.

Mascara

Mascara is used to elongate, darken, or define the eyelashes.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators
Ceramides

Benefits

Hydrating
Anti-Aging
Brightening

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (4)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (4)

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (3)

Benefits

Anti-Aging

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Alba

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 5.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 2.

Ethylenediamine/Stearyl Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer isn't fungal acne safe.

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 10.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Copernicia Cerifera Cera isn't fungal acne safe.

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 11.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Astringent, Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.

Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.

One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.

Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.

Other types of astringent alcohols include:

Learn more about Alcohol Denat.

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 15.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 16.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 9.

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What it does:

We don't have a description for Rayon.

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 23.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.

Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.

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 Triglyceride

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 25.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Antioxidant
Community Rating: Liked

Pentaerythrityl 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 Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 30.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Silica 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.

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Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 32.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 20.

10
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Bambusa Vulgaris Extract comes from bamboo plant. Bamboo extract is skin conditioning and soothing.

Bamboo extract has antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution. The antioxidant property of bamboo also makes it great at healing wounds.

Bamboos are rich in Vitamin E, Vitamin B6, and copper.

A recent study found bamboo extract might interrupt the process of hyperpigmentation.

Learn more about Bambusa Vulgaris Extract

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 34.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

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 77492

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 36.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 24.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

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 Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 37.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 25.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

This pigment is called Ultramarine blue lazurite. It gives a saturated blue color, but can be used to create other colors as well.

According to the manufacturer, it is usually made from kaolin, sodium sulfate, sodium carbonate, sulfur, and charcoal.

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 38.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 26.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Mica

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 39.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 27.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

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 77891

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 40.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 28.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 41.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 29.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 77288 is used to add green pigment to products.

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 42.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 30.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

This ingredient is used to add a violet color to cosmetics.

It is created by reacting phosphoric acid, ammonium dihydrogen orthophosphate, and manganese dioxide.

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 43.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 31.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

We don't have a description for Ci 77510.

Maybelline Sky High Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 44.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara Very Black contains this as ingredient number 32.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

16% are loved or liked
16% have mixed ratings
42% are disliked or very disliked
27% have no rating yet
13% are loved or liked
9% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
41% have no rating yet

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Maybelline Sky High Mascara 45 ingredients

3.5 /5
from 4 ratings
Long Lasting (2) Buildable (1) Good Color (1)
kaya02's avatar

kaya02

3 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

it's a great mascara but it smudges under my brows 😭 the cosmic black version doesn't.

rinaballerina's avatar

rinaballerina

1 month ago · Unsure Skin
Review

Does the job, no issues. Have the True Brown version.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara 32 ingredients

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