Milani Highly Rated Lash Extensions Mascara Versus e.l.f. cosmetics Blemish Breakthrough Triple-Acid Resurfacing Serum
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Milani Highly Rated Lash Extensions Mascara 33 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Blemish Breakthrough Triple-Acid Resurfacing Serum 16 ingredients
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Milani Highly Rated Lash Extensions Mascara 33 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Blemish Breakthrough Triple-Acid Resurfacing Serum 16 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Dimethicone
Emollient
Vp/Eicosene Copolymer
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Laureth-50
CleansingJojoba Esters
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract
Polyglycerin-3
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Methylglucamine
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCellulose
AbsorbentHectorite
AbsorbentDisodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Tromethamine
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Dimethicone, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Stearic Acid, Laureth-50, Jojoba Esters, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Synthetic Beeswax, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract, Polyglycerin-3, Tocopherol, Palmitic Acid, Methylglucamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cellulose, Hectorite, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Tromethamine, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77499
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Lactobionic Acid
Buffering
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingPolyglyceryl-3 Cocoate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningIngredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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 EDTAButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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 GumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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Milani Highly Rated Lash Extensions Mascara 33 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Blemish Breakthrough Triple-Acid Resurfacing Serum 16 ingredients
