Urban Decay Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion

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Urban Decay Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion Versus Anastasia Beverly Hills Eye Primer

Eyeshadow

Eye Primer

American Brand United States

Updated on January 09, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

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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Ingredient Info

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Urban Decay Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion 21 ingredients

Anastasia Beverly Hills Eye Primer 39 ingredients

What's inside

At a glance

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Urban Decay Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion 21 ingredients

Anastasia Beverly Hills Eye Primer 39 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion

Isododecane

Talc

Cyclopentasiloxane

Disteardimonium Hectorite

Stabilising

Trimethylsiloxysilicate

Trihydroxystearin

Polyethylene

Triethylhexanoin

Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Oleic Polyglycerides

Emollient

Sorbitan Sesquioleate

Emulsifying

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Vp/Eicosene Copolymer

Dimethicone

PEG-40 Stearate

Phenoxyethanol

Synthetic Beeswax

Propylene Carbonate

Water

Mica

CI 77891

CI 77491

CI 77163

Eye Primer

Water

Skin Conditioning

Cyclopentasiloxane

Emollient

Isododecane

Emollient

Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer

Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Trimethylsiloxysilicate

Dimethicone

Phenyl Trimethicone

Glycerin

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Alanine

Arginine

Glycine

Isoleucine

Histidine

Phenylalanine

Proline

Threonine

Serine

Aspartic Acid

Valine

Sodium PCA

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Panthenol

Skin Conditioning

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Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant

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Allantoin

Skin Conditioning

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Sodium Lactate

PCA

Xanthan Gum

Ethylhexylglycerin

Hexyl Laurate

Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate

Emulsifying

Sodium Chloride

Masking

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Skin Conditioning

Tetrasodium EDTA

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone

Emulsifying

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

CI 77163

Cosmetic Colorant

Iron Oxides

CI 77891

Cosmetic Colorant

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

CI 77163

Cosmetic Colorant

This synthetic powder is used to add a pearly/white color in cosmetics.

CI 77891

Cosmetic Colorant

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

Cyclopentasiloxane

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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 Cyclopentasiloxane

Dimethicone

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Dimethicone 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.

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Isododecane

Emollient, Solvent

Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.

As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.

Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.

Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.

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Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

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

Trimethylsiloxysilicate

Emollient, Skin Conditioning

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.

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Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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