M.A.C Cosmetics Gently Off Eye and Lip Make-Up Remover
Works for
CleansingIsohexadecane, Hexylene glycol + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Gently Off Eye and Lip Make-Up Remover”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (hexylene glycol, isohexadecane, peg-4 dilaurate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Rosa damascena flower waterMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Cyclopentasiloxane~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneIsohexadecane~7.3–10.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneHexylene glycol~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolRosa damascena flower water~3.4–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterCucumis sativus fruit extract~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractDimethicone~2.4–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeButylene glycol~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolCaprylyl glycol~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSodium chloride~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePeg-4 dilaurate~0.5–1.15%
Lauryl methyl gluceth-10 hydroxypropyldimonium chloride~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing agent
More about Lauryl methyl gluceth-10 hydroxypropyldimonium chloridePotassium phosphate~0.2–0.7%
Dipotassium phosphate~0.1–0.45%
Dipotassium edta~0.05–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Cyclopentasiloxane, Isohexadecane, Hexylene glycol, Rosa damascena flower water, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Dimethicone, Butylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium chloride, Peg-4 dilaurate, Lauryl methyl gluceth-10 hydroxypropyldimonium chloride, Potassium phosphate, Dipotassium phosphate, Dipotassium edta, Phenoxyethanol
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| M.A.C CosmeticsGently Off Eye and Lip Make-Up RemoverYOUR PRODUCT | CliniqueTake The Day Off™ Makeup Remover For Lids, Lashes & Lips | Bobbi BrownInstant Long-Wear Makeup Remover | Elizabeth ArdenAll Gone Eye and Lip Makeup Remover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 40% | 39% |
| Price | — | $12.08 | $24.50 | $15.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | — | — | Urea |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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