Revlon Colorstay Lip Liner - Wine Versus NARS Cosmetics Velvet Matte Lip Pencil - Dolce Vita
Updated on April 26, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Revlon Colorstay Lip Liner 27 ingredients
NARS Cosmetics Velvet Matte Lip Pencil 28 ingredients
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Revlon Colorstay Lip Liner 27 ingredients
NARS Cosmetics Velvet Matte Lip Pencil 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Polypropylsilsesquioxane
C30-50 Alcohols
EmulsifyingPolybutene
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
EmollientBHT
Antioxidant
Benzoic Acid
Masking
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Iron Oxides
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Polyethylene, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, C30-50 Alcohols, Polybutene, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, BHT, Benzoic Acid, CI 77891, CI 45410, Mica, Iron Oxides, CI 15850, CI 19140, CI 42090
C12-13 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientSynthetic Candelilla Wax
EmollientPolyethylene
Abrasive
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPropylene Carbonate
SolventLecithin
EmollientMethylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Aroma
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Dicalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Citric Acid
Buffering
BHT
Antioxidant
Anise Alcohol
Perfuming
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantC12-13 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate, Synthetic Candelilla Wax, Polyethylene, Caprylyl Methicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Silica, Dimethicone, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Lecithin, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Aroma, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Citric Acid, BHT, Anise Alcohol, Mica, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 15850, CI 19140
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
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 DimethiconePolyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.
Polyethylene is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.
We don't have a description for Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate yet.
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTCi 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 77891Mica 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 MicaCi 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 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 19140Ingredient Ratings
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