W3ll People Expressionist Brow Gel - Clear Versus Kosas Brow Pop Dual-Action Defining Pencil - Black
Updated on February 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe eyebrows. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
W3ll People Expressionist Brow Gel 21 ingredients
Kosas Brow Pop Dual-Action Defining Pencil 9 ingredients
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W3ll People Expressionist Brow Gel 21 ingredients
Kosas Brow Pop Dual-Action Defining Pencil 9 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
C10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
Emollient
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-1
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Lecithin
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
CI 77266
Iron Oxides
Hydrogenated Castor Oil, C10-18 Triglycerides, Synthetic Beeswax, Mica, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-1, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Lecithin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Isostearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, CI 77266, Iron Oxides
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Hydrogenated Castor Oil is created by adding hydrogen to castor oil. This helps stabilize the castor oil and raises the melting point. At room temperature, hydrogenated castor oil is solid.
Castor Oil helps moisturize the skin. It is rich in a fatty acid called ricinoleic acid. This fatty acid helps prevent moisture loss on the skin. This helps keep your skin soft and hydrated. Ricinoleic acid also has anti-inflammatory and pain reducing properties.
As a wax-like substance, Hydrogenated Castor Oil acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin stay soft and smooth by creating a barrier. This barrier helps trap moisture.
Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about Hydrogenated Castor OilMica 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 MicaHydrogenated Coco-Glycerides isn't fungal acne safe.
This oil comes from the seeds of the desert shrub called Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil, a non-comedogenic oil.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient.
It also contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and protects your skin against oxidative damage.
This ingredient humectant properties, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some strains of bacteria.
Studies also show it helps in wound healing. In fact, Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Fun fact: Jojoba oil similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. It is also promising with helping to regulate sebum production.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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