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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette versus Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette .

Last updated on November 28, 2023. Published on December 07, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free eyeshadows. They have a total of 23 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Eyeshadow Italian Brand Italy
Eyeshadow British Brand United Kingdom

Eyeshadow

Eyeshadow is primarily used to color the eyelid and eye area.

Eyeshadow

Eyeshadow is primarily used to color the eyelid and eye area.

Price

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Buy Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette

Starts at $27.00
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Buy Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette

Starts at $128.00

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 (3)

Benefits

Hydrating

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (6)

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Brightening

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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

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What it does:
Community Rating: Mixed

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.

It is considered non-irritating on the skin.

Learn more about Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 1.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 17.

2
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

Zinc Stearate is the metal salt of stearic acid. It is a white solid used to bind, thicken, and lubricate products.

This ingredient is common in powder makeup, where it helps keep the powder together.

Zinc Stearate is hydrophobic and repels water.

Learn more about Zinc Stearate

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 2.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 3.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 5.

4
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.

As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.

Learn more about Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 4.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 18.

5
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

Learn more about Caprylyl Glycol

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 5.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 20.

6
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (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.

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 6.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 21.

We don't have a description for Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer.

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 7.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 19.

8
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.

Learn more about Silica

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 8.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 22.

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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

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 9.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 11.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

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 77491

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 10.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 57.

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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

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 11.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 12.

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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.

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 12.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 40.

13
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.

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 13.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 25.

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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

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 16.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 2.

15
What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate is created from stearic acid.

It is an emollient and thickens the lipid (oil) portion of a product. Due to its emollient properties, it may not be fungal-acne safe.

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 31.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Abrasive

Calcium Titanium Borosilicate is an exfoliant.

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 36.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 135.

17
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.

Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 39.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 47.

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What it does: Abrasive
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 43.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 8.

19
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.

Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.

Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.

Learn more about CI 19140

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 65.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 93.

20
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.

Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.

Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.

Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).

In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.

The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.

Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.

Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.

Read more about squalene with an "e".

Learn more about Squalane

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 68.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 28.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

This silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.

It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.

According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.

Learn more about Trimethylsiloxysilicate

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 70.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 37.

We don't have a description for Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer.

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 71.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 32.

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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

Natasha Denona Mini Biba Eyeshadow Palette contains this as ingredient number 78.

Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Artistry Palette Huetopian Dream Eye Palette contains this as ingredient number 39.

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12% are loved or liked
18% have mixed ratings
36% are disliked or very disliked
33% have no rating yet
12% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
51% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet

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