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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Urban Decay Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion versus Barry M Cosmetics Lid Lock - Eyeshadow Primer .

Published on November 10, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe eyeshadows. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

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 Brand
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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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 (2)

Concerns

Acne Trigger

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (3)

Benefits

Brightening

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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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: Abrasive, Absorbent, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.

Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.

If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.

Learn more about Talc

Urban Decay Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion contains this as ingredient number 2.

Barry M Cosmetics Lid Lock - Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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

Urban Decay Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion contains this as ingredient number 5.

Barry M Cosmetics Lid Lock - Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 9.

3
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.

Urban Decay Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion contains this as ingredient number 14.

Barry M Cosmetics Lid Lock - Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 11.

4
What it does: Solvent

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.

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Urban Decay Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion contains this as ingredient number 16.

Barry M Cosmetics Lid Lock - Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 13.

5
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

Urban Decay Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion contains this as ingredient number 17.

Barry M Cosmetics Lid Lock - Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 16.

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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

Urban Decay Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion contains this as ingredient number 18.

Barry M Cosmetics Lid Lock - Eyeshadow Primer contains this as ingredient number 14.

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17% have mixed ratings
56% are disliked or very disliked
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Reviews

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Urban Decay Original Eyeshadow Primer Potion 19 ingredients

4.5 /5
from 2 ratings

Barry M Cosmetics Lid Lock - Eyeshadow Primer 18 ingredients

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