Rare Beauty Find Comfort Lip Butter Balm + Overnight Mask Versus NARS Cosmetics Powermatte High-Intensity Lip Pencil
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Pyrus Malus Seed Oil
Emollient
Diglyceryl Sebacate/Isopalmitate
EmollientOctyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientCandida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
AntimicrobialAroma
Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate
Emollient
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Propylene Carbonate
SolventVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Withania Somnifera Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Vanillin
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate, Synthetic Wax, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Microcrystalline Wax, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Pyrus Malus Seed Oil, Diglyceryl Sebacate/Isopalmitate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment, Aroma, Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Propylene Carbonate, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Water, Butylene Glycol, Withania Somnifera Root Extract, Vanillin, Benzyl Benzoate, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 15850
Dimethicone
Emollient
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin Conditioning
Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientPolyethylene
Abrasive
Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Stearyl Heptanoate
Emollient
Stearyl Caprylate
EmollientPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Lecithin
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPropylene Carbonate
SolventCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Caprylyl Methicone, Octyldodecanol, Synthetic Wax, Lauroyl Lysine, Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate, Diisostearyl Malate, Polyethylene, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Stearyl Heptanoate, Stearyl Caprylate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 45410, CI 15850, CI 19140
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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.
This ingredient is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850Ci 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 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.
Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateSynthetic 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.
It has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Learn more about Synthetic Wax
