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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara versus Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown .

Last updated on October 16, 2023. Published on July 07, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 22 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, sensitive skin and oily skin

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Mascara American Brand United States
Eyebrow American Brand United States

Mascara

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

Eyebrow

Eyebrow makeup helps shape the eyebrows or fill in sparse eyebrow spots.

Price

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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

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Reduces Irritation
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger (2)
Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (3)

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Reduces Irritation
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (2)
Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Water • Mica • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Polyisobutene • Propanediol • Glyceryl Stearate • Polyacrylate-21 • Kaolin • Palmitic Acid • Oleic Acid • Stearic Acid • Synthetic Beeswax • Panthenol • Caprylyl Glycol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Myristic Acid • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Nylon-6 • Butylene Glycol • Trideceth-6 Phosphate • Hexylene Glycol • Lauroyl Lysine • Dimethicone • Dipropylene Glycol • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Glyceryl Caprylate • Silica • Quartz • Potassium Sorbate • Phenoxyethanol • Chloroxylenol • CI 77491

Ingredients Side-by-side

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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.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 1.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer made from isobutene.

It is a film-forming agent and helps bind ingredients together.

Polyisobutene is not absorbed by the skin.

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Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 2.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 4.

3
What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.

Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.

Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

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Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 3.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 11.

4
What it does:

We don't have a description for Polyacrylate-21.

Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 5.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 7.

5
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Oleic Acid is an Omega-9 fatty acid. It can be found in many plant oils such as avocado and marula oils.

Oleic Acid is used to enhance the texture of products. It is also a cleansing agent. As an emollient, it can help hydrate and soften the skin.

Oleic Acid isn't fungal acne safe. It can be bad for oily skin and be bad for acne prone skin.

We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.

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Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 7.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 10.

6
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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Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 8.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 27.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.

Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.

As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.

In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.

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Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 10.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent, Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Liked

Kaolin is a clay. It is used for oil control and to help minimize pores. Like other clays, kaolin has the ability to absorb excess sebum or oil. This can help clean out pores and mattify the skin.

Some types of kaolin may have exfoliating properties. When water is added to kaolin, it becomes a paste with small abrasive particles.

Most kaolin is a white color, but may be pink/orange/red depending on where it comes from.

The name 'kaolin' comes from a Chinese village named 'Gaoling'. Kaolin clay comes from rocks rich in kaolinite. Kaolinite, the mineral, has a silicate layered structure. Kaolinite is formed from chemical weathering of aluminum siilicate minerals.

Besides skincare, kaolin is commonly used to make glossy paper, in ceramics, toothpaste, and as medicine to soothe stomach issues.

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Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 11.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 8.

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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.

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Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 12.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 2.

10
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Synthetic beeswax is created to be identical in structure to beeswax. It possesses the same occlusive and emulsion properties.

A blend of fatty acid esters, fatty acids, and alcohols are used to create synthetic beeswax. Whether or not this ingredient is vegan depends on the source. Sometimes, lanolin is used for its creation.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

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Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 13.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 12.

11
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

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Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 16.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 13.

12
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

Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 17.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 14.

13
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.

Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 19.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 23.

14
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

We don't have a description for Lauroyl Lysine.

Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 20.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 22.

15
What it does: Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.

Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.

As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.

Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.

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Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 21.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 24.

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What it does: Emulsifying

We don't have a description for Trideceth-6 Phosphate.

Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 23.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 20.

17
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 24.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 29.

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What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Myristic Acid is a saturated fatty acid. It is naturally found in milk fat. Other sources include palm oil, coconut oil, and butter fat.

Myristic Acid is an emulsifer and cleanser. As an emulsifer, it stabilizes a product by preventing ingredients from separating. Myristic Acid helps clean your skin by acting as a surfactant. It tends to gather oil and dirt on your skin to be easily rinsed away.

One study from 2021 found Myristic Acid to have anti-inflammatory properties.

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Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 25.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 16.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate

Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 26.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 15.

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

Butylene 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.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 27.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 19.

21
What it does: Antimicrobial, Preservative

Chloroxylenol is a preservative.

Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 33.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 31.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

Patrick Ta Major Volume Mascara contains this as ingredient number 35.

Merit Beauty Brow 1980 Volumizing Eyebrow Pomade Gel Black Brown contains this as ingredient number 30.

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8% have mixed ratings
46% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet
19% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
53% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet

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