Urban Decay Slick Day Strong-Hold Clear Brow Gel
by Urban Decay · makeup
Editor's Take
Strong hold wins here, but the quick-set finish comes from conventional resin and alcohol chemistry rather than anything especially clever or brow-caring.
Four-pillar formula scores
- Efficacy: 7.4 / 10
- Modern Tech: 4.5 / 10
- Clean Beauty: 2.8 / 10
- Sustainability: 5.9 / 10
The Verdict
Efficacy is Strong: VP/VA Copolymer gives brow hairs durable hold, while Alcohol speeds the set for a clear, quick-drying finish. Clean is Poor, with an ethoxylated Beheneth-30 base and petrochemical-heavy styling chemistry. Technology is Conventional, and sustainability remains Mixed despite the gel's reliable performance. A credible pick for stubborn brows when hold matters more than gentle or greener formulation.
Full INCI list
Aqua/Water/Eau, Beheneth-30, Vp/Va Copolymer, Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum