Morphe Shapelifter Micro Contour Stick Versus Haus Labs By Lady Gaga Precision Sculpt Shaping Balm Contour Stick
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientTriethylhexanoin
MaskingSilica
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Zea Mays Oil
Emulsifying
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Hybrid Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningQuercus Suber Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Angelica Gigas Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPseudozyma Epicola/Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract Ferment Filtrate Extract
EmollientPseudozyma Epicola/Avocado Oil Ferment Extract
Emollient
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root/Sucrose Ferment Extract Filtrate
Antioxidant
Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate
Humectant
Pseudozyma Epicola/Sunflower Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Stearalkonium Bentonite
Gel FormingCalcium Sodium Borosilicate
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Boron Nitride
Absorbent
Kaolin
Abrasive
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Dicalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Cetearyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Synthetic Wax, Silica, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Caprylyl Methicone, Diisostearyl Malate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Zea Mays Oil, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Rosa Hybrid Flower Extract, Quercus Suber Bark Extract, Squalane, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Angelica Gigas Root Extract, Pseudozyma Epicola/Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract Ferment Filtrate Extract, Pseudozyma Epicola/Avocado Oil Ferment Extract, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root/Sucrose Ferment Extract Filtrate, Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate, Pseudozyma Epicola/Sunflower Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Boron Nitride, Kaolin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Cetearyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77007
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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.
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 77491CI 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 77492Ci 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 77891Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePolyhydroxystearic Acid is a vegetable-derived soft wax made from castor oil. It's an emulsion stabilizer, thickener, and film former.
You'll likely see it in sunscreens because it helps disperse pigments and UV-reflecting minerals like titanium dioxide and zinc oxide evenly.
Depending on the concentration, it can drastically change the texture of a product from pasty solid (like lipstick) to sprayable liquid.
The CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety has concluded this ingredient to be safe in cosmetics. The highest reported use concentration is 14.2% in lipsticks.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaSynthetic Wax is a manufactured hydrocarbon wax. In formulas, it works as an occlusive emollient that helps reduce water loss and improves the spreadability of products.
Research comparing synthetic wax to traditional mineral-derived products found that formulas containing it perform as well for skin hydration.
It is considered non-comedogenic and vegan-friendly.
This ingredient has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Synthetic Waxes are straight/branched-chain hydrocarbons with no ester bond or fatty acids. That means there is nothing for the Malassezia yeast to feed on.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicon-based surface modifier that makes sunscreens feel silky and makeup stay put.
Its main job is to coat mineral particles like titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and color pigments in a thin, oily layer so they spread smoothly, don't clump, and stick to skin better.
This ingredient is typically used at low levels (up to 2.5% in eyeshadow and 1% in lipstick).
Learn more about Triethoxycaprylylsilane
