Wet n Wild Megaslicks Lip Gloss - Crystal Clear Versus Too Faced Lip Injection Maximum Plump Lip Gloss - Clear
Updated on March 18, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe lip glosses. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain peptides and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging and dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Wet n Wild Megaslicks Lip Gloss 20 ingredients
Too Faced Lip Injection Maximum Plump Lip Gloss 30 ingredients
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Wet n Wild Megaslicks Lip Gloss 20 ingredients
Too Faced Lip Injection Maximum Plump Lip Gloss 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Polybutene
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientParfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Cleansing
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTribehenin
Emollient
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
BHT
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Polybutene, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tribehenin, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Sorbitan Isostearate, BHT, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Tetraoleate
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Atelocollagen
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate
Skin Conditioning
Tribehenin
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Benzyl Nicotinate
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Silica
Abrasive
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCapsicum Frutescens Resin
CleansingAroma
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantParaffinum Liquidum, Persea Gratissima Oil, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Polyglyceryl-10 Tetraoleate, Glycine Soja Oil, Atelocollagen, Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate, Tribehenin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Benzyl Nicotinate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Tin Oxide, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Silica, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Capsicum Frutescens Resin, Aroma, Benzyl Benzoate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77891, CI 75470, CI 45410
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is a fatty acid ester.
The fatty acid content of Ethylhexyl Palmitate makes it an emollient. Emollients help soften and hydrate your skin by trapping moisture within.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is also used to help improve the texture of cosmetics. It helps other ingredient dissolve in products and help disperse ingredients more evenly. In fact, it is commonly used to evenly mix sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone and ethylhexyl triazone. It can also help stabilize the fragrances in a product as a fragrance fixative.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate can be used to substitute mineral oil.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateThis silica is mainly used to thicken oils and suspend particles in oils. It is not water soluble.
According to the manufacturer, it:
The manufacturer also claims this ingredient to be useful in makeup.
In lipstick formulations, this ingredient improves color payoff, reduces pigment settling, and reduces oil bleeding. This ingredient also improves the grip of powder products such as dry shampoos.
Learn more about Silica Dimethyl SilylatePhenoxyethanol 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.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateThis 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 OilPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateTribehenin comes from glycerin and behenic acid.
It is used as an emollient, or moisturizer. Emollients form a thin barrier on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about TribeheninWe don't have a description for Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer yet.
We don't have a description for Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer yet.
Sorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, Sorbitan Isostearate prevents oils and water from separating.
Due to its isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Sorbitan IsostearatePalmitoyl Tripeptide-1 is a 3-amino acid peptide. Peptides are building blocks for protein.
This ingredient is a signal peptide, meaning it tells our skin to create collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 can help reduce wrinkles and make the skin look more youthful.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1Ingredient Ratings
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Wet n Wild Megaslicks Lip Gloss 20 ingredients
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Not as good as the extreme version.
